Because of the sloped land on which Oakwell Stadium is built , the rear of the East Stand is much taller than it is from the pitch side , meaning that a climb to the upper-tier seating area requires many more steps than a spectator may anticipate ; however , several lifts are available .
Due to the sloped land on which Oakwell Stadium is built , the rear of the East Stand is much taller than it is from the pitchside .