Tens of thousands of Elton John fans will be making plans this week to flock to the Stadium of Light as the singer visits Sunderland for the first and only time.
The Rocketman star will treat concert-goers to his biggest hits from across the decades as he makes a stop in Wearside on his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour. But visitors are being urged to brush up on the Stadium’s security policy when it comes to what they can take in with them on the day.
Most stadiums have rules around what is and isn’t allowed to be brought into the venue for a concert, and the Stadium of Light is no exception. If you’re planning to bring a bag when you come to see Elton, here’s what you need to know first.