Where is the padang field in Singapore located?

In modern times, Esplanade refers to the cultural centre known as Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay and before that the Esplanade Park. Today, the Padang is a field located between two clubs in front of City Hall.

When did the Padang become a recreational area?

The Padang became a major recreational area when two clubs, the Singapore Cricket Club in 1870 and the Singapore Recreation Club in 1883 were established at both ends of the field. It was used for exercising horses in the 1920s and became the scene for the New Year sporting activities.

What kind of rugby is played in Singapore?

Club Rugby in Singapore is played in three divisions – the Premiership, the Championship, and the Conference. School Rugby is also hotly contested over three age groups – the C division (under 14), the B division (under 17) and the A division (under 19).

What kind of sports can be played at Padang Field?

The Padang field (grass field) can hold Football, Rugby, Hockey, Cricket, and Frisbee International tournaments as well as other international marathons and community activities For booking enquiries, please contact Sports Manager, Wendy Foo at 6338 9271 ext 369 or complete the form below.

When was the Supreme Court building in Padang built?

During the 1820s, there were four houses that faced the Padang, what is now the Old Supreme Court Building were two houses built in 1823 houses of Edward Boustead, and the site of the City Hall formerly the houses of Resident Councillor Thomas Church and William Montgomerie who was Residency Surgeon.

Where did Padang and co get their name?

Padang means green, open field in Malay. It is also the name of an important historical landmark in the heart of Singapore, our home base. The Padang & Co story started with Singapore’s first major public hackathon, UP Singapore, in 2012.