If you are making the journey to the Amex this Saturday (19th February), please read the below information.
In line with the latest Government guidance, COVID-19 passports will no longer be enforced as a condition of entry to games.
As COVID-19 restrictions ease, it is vital supporters continue to do all they can to minimise the risk of passing on COVID-19. There are some simple ways fans can help keep each other safe on a matchday:
Be responsible and do not travel if you have COVID-19 symptoms
Wear face coverings in indoor and crowded areas
Continue to regularly wash your hands
If possible, take a COVID-19 test on a matchday to check there is no risk of passing on the virus
The best way to protect yourself and others from COVID-19 is to get vaccinated
Brighton will be operating their Travel Scheme, where supporters can use public transport within their Travel Zone on production of a match ticket as displayed digitally on your mobile phone, so please read the following information carefully.
All supporters are asked to plan their journey carefully and arrive early.
Trains: For supporters travelling by rail, please be aware that Southern Railway will be running rail replacement services running between Three Bridges (Crawley), Lewes and Brighton train stations. Further information about this can be found here. Additional buses have been allocated to support the additional footfall, but please allow extra time with your journey, and check Southern Railway’s website prior to travelling.
Post-match: Trains departing Falmer to Brighton will not be stopping at Moulescoomb or London Road.
Park & Ride: There will be two park and rides open: Mill Road (BN1 8ZF) and Brighton Racecourse (BN2 9XZ). All sites will be open from 12pm and supporters are strongly advised to arrive early, as parking spaces will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Buses: Brighton & Hove Buses and Stagecoach, will be operating a normal Saturday service across the dedicated Travel Zone.
Drop-off and pick-up point: There are no pick-up or drop-off points along Village Way or on Woollard Way. Supporters are advised to use Brighton's official drop-off and pick-up point located at University of Sussex in Car Park 5, located by the Sports Hall.
This drop-off/pick-up point is a short walk through the underpass to the Amex Stadium.
Please note: There is no local street parking available for football supporters, as all areas close to the Amex have a residents parking scheme in operation, and enforcement officers will be on patrol.
Village Way will be extremely busy and congested, and supporters are advised to avoid this area both pre and post-match, unless they have pre-booked parking.
Bag Policy: Bags must be A4 in size or smaller. Please note suitcases and large bags are not permitted into the stadium and Brighton do not have a dedicated storage area on site.
Bottle Policy: Solid containers and flasks are not permitted into the stadium. Only clear plastic water bottles of 500ml or lower will be permitted with bottle tops being confiscated on entry.
Food and Drink: Refreshments are available from the on-site catering units outside the stadium in the FanZone, which welcomes visiting supporters, as well as from the kiosks inside the concourses. The FanZone is located on the North exterior concourse.
Cashless Stadium: The Amex is a full cashless stadium.
Opening Times: Turnstiles open 2 hours before kick-off.
Smoking: The Amex stadium is a smoke-free Stadium. Smoking (including electronic cigarettes) is prohibited in ALL areas.
Banners / Flags: Banners over 150cm x 150cm, you will be required to obtain authorisation from Brighton & Hove Albion FC in advance. For enquiries, please email supporter.services@bhafc.co.uk Travel Guide – Brighton's travel guide is available to view here. Accessible Information: Please be advised all accessible toilets are RADAR key operated. Further accessible information can be viewed here. Kindly note the updated travel information as above.
Away fan pubs: Yates and Weatherspoons are the two recommended away-friendly pubs in the city centre located on West Street. As mentioned, visiting supporters are welcome to drink at the stadium in the FanZone pre-match.