Club

West Ham United are one of the biggest clubs in the UK and thus the Premier League.

They possess passionate fans, have had the privilege of watching some of the world’s greatest players and have a rich history deeply ingrained in the football club.

West Ham club name

West Ham United Football Club is named after the area of London where they were founded.

A group of workers from the Thames Ironworks and Shipbuilding Company, which was based in the West Ham district of east London, founded the club.

Initially, the team were known as ‘Thames Ironworks FC’. But when the club turned professional in 1898, they actually changed the name to ‘West Ham United’ to reflect their connection to the area.

The name ‘West Ham’ comes from the two nearby geographical landmarks, which are the River Thames and the village of Ham.

The club adopted their nickname, ‘The Hammers’, in reference to the ironworks that were once a huge industry in the area.

The club’s badge also features two crossed hammers, which is a symbol of the club’s heritage.

Founded as: Thames Ironworks FC (1895-1898)

Named changed to: West Ham United (1898 – present)

Nicknames: The Irons, The Hammers

West Ham founding year

The club were founded in 1895 and were originally known as ‘”‘Thames Ironworks FC’.

West Ham home stadium

West Ham has called three stadiums their home over the years with London Stadium becoming the club’s permanent residence in 2016.

First stadium: Memorial Ground (1895-1904)

Previous stadium: Boleyn Ground (1904-2016)

Current stadium: London Stadium (2016-present)

London Stadium’s Capacity: 62,500

West Ham training ground

West Ham United Football Club currently train at the Rush Green Training Ground.

The facility has been the club’s training base since 2015 and it includes multiple training pitches, a gymnasium and a medical and rehabilitation centre, as well as administrative offices.

Previous training ground: Chadwell Heath (1963 – 2007)

Location: Havering, England

West Ham current league

West Ham have played in the Premier League for a total of 25 seasons. They have been relegated twice, in 2002-03 and 2010-11, and promoted to the Premier League three times, in 1993, 2005 and 2012.

Current league: Premier League (2012-present)

Previous league: Championship (2011-2012)

West Ham current manager

Julen Lopetegui is the current manager of West Ham United, under the official title of head coach. He took over at London Stadium in May 2024 after the Irons opted to let David Moyes leave at the end of his contract.

Current manager: Julen Lopegegui (May 2024 – June 2026 expected)

Previous manager: David Moyes (December 2019 – May 2024)

West Ham contact details

Accessibility:

Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0) 333 030 0174

Commercial and Sponsorship:

Email: [email protected]

Corporate Hospitality:

Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0) 20 8114 2442

Mascots:

Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0)208 548 2748

Retail:

Website: officialwesthamstore.com
Email: [email protected]

Stadium Store, London Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, E20 2ST

West Ham tickets

Email: [email protected] (Mon-Fri, 9 am-5 pm)
Address: West Ham United FC Ticket Office, London Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London, E20 2ST
Telephone: 0333 030 1966 (Mon-Fri, 9 am-5 pm)
Online bookings: Click here
Online ticket information: Click here