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Important information for travelling supporters

2023-01-05T15:00:00.000Z

SUPPORTER INFORMATION: AFC BOURNEMOUTH v BURNLEY

Important information for travelling supporters

2023-01-05T15:00:00.000Z

Important information for travelling supporters

Burnley are in FA Cup action on Saturday as they take on AFC Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium.

Address: Vitality Stadium, Dean Court, Kings Park, Bournemouth, BH7 7AF

By Car

The postcode for Vitality Stadium is BH7 7AF. Following a satellite navigation (satnav) will lead you to the stadium. When driving to the stadium, follow the brown road signs with a football icon on. Please note, some of these signs may refer to the stadium as Dean Court. All supporters are advised to travel in plenty of time for the match.

Directions from the North:

Follow the M6, exiting onto the M42 towards London, Warwick and Solihull, exiting at junction 3a onto the M40. Leave the M40 at junction 9, taking the A31 / A34 exit. At the Wendlebury Interchange, take the 3rd exit onto the A34 towards Oxford / Newbury. At the roundabout, take the third exit onto the M3. Follow the M27 and A31, exiting onto the A338 towards Bournemouth. Take the exit towards Boscombe, taking the second exit at the roundabout, into Kings Park Drive. The stadium is on the left.

Directions from the South East:

Follow the A27, M27 and A31, exiting onto the A338 towards Bournemouth. Take the exit towards Boscombe, taking the second exit at the roundabout into Kings Park Drive. The stadium is on the left.

Directions from the South West:

Follow the A35 to the A338. On the A338 take the slip road to the Springbourne Roundabout signposted Kings Park. Take the third exit off the roundabout and at the fire station stay in the left-hand lane and turn left onto Holdenhurst Road. Stay to the left and go straight through at the traffic lights (the Queens Park Pub should be on your right). Take the third exit at the small roundabout and into Kings Park itself.

By Train

Pokesdown Station

The nearest train station to the stadium is Pokesdown, which is roughly a mile from the ground and around a 15-minute walk away. This station is not currently accessible for wheelchair users. There is no step-free access or staff assistance currently at Pokesdown Station. Exit the station and turn right down the main Christchurch Road (A35) for 400m and turn right into Gloucester Road. Follow signs for Kings Park to arrive at Vitality Stadium.

Bournemouth Station

A large majority of trains arrive at Bournemouth Station, which is 1.3 miles from the stadium and a 30-minute walk. Bournemouth Station is accessible and offers step-free access and ramp access onto trains. Wheelchairs are available and the station is staffed 24 hours a day, they also have a fitted induction loop.

To get to the stadium, leave the station by the south exit, (facing Asda) and turn left to head towards the main road. Turn left again and walk straight up Holdenhurst Road for around 25 minutes, until you reach a roundabout at which you turn right into Kings Park Drive. The stadium is on the left.

By Bus

The M1/M2 More Bus service runs from Pokesdown Station and brings supporters closer to the stadium via Boscombe. Day tickets can be purchased for unlimited travel between Bournemouth and Boscombe.

To plan your journey or for more information go to: www.morebus.co.uk/plan-your-journey

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The X3 service from Salisbury or Bournemouth runs every 30 minutes and can be caught at St Swithuns Roundabout, St Swithuns Road (and many other stops along the route), after a total of 7 stops you can get off at Kings Park.

Their m2 buses run every 7-10 minutes, so never too long to wait and drop off in Boscombe which is just a short walk to the stadium. If you ask for a dayrider you can save £1 on their regular prices.

Parking

For free parking just a 10-minute walk from the ground, Avonbourne Academies (Formerly Harewood College) are open 3 hours prior to kick off. If you are using a SatNav, please refrain from using the postcode and instead use ‘Harewood Avenue’. Please note this car park is locked 30 minutes after the full-time whistle.

Those traveling on official club coaches will arrive in the car park behind the Ted MacDougall South Stand. Please be aware that congestion can cause delays when leaving the ground after the game.

Parking is also available to the south of the ground for just £1. When driving to the ground, follow the brown road signs with a football logo to get to Vitality Stadium. Supporters wishing to park at the ground are advised to arrive early as the car park usually reaches capacity around 75 minutes before kick-off. Supporters are likely to experience delays in leaving the car park after the final whistle. You can now leave via the south of the car park to exit the park along Gloucester Road and so miss the traffic along Kings Park Drive.

Alternatively, the Sovereign Shopping Centre on Christchurch Road, BH1 4SX, which is approximately a 15-minute walk from the ground - highlighted on the map - offers low-cost easy parking (£2 for 4 hours), with 600 spaces. This parking facility has the advantage of being away from congestion and has cafés for food and snacks around the stadium.

Residential roads adjacent to the stadium have parking restrictions and the club asks supporters to please be mindful of existing drive entrances and avoid parking illegally as this can cause particular problems for residents and is a safety hazard. Parking enforcement officers and police will respond to residents’ complaints and take action.

Please be aware specific sections of Kings Park are no longer available for Blue Badge holders, please look out for matchday signage to this affect.

Turnstiles

Visiting Supporters are seated in Vitality East Stand Blocks 21-24 (Shown in Blue) and are accessed via Turnstile F. Please bear in mind that for supporters’ own safety, there will be 100% searches of every single supporter as well as bag searching/tagging. Please don’t bring a bag unless you absolutely need to. Turnstiles at Vitality Stadium open 1.5 hours before kick-off and supporters are asked to ensure they arrive at least 45 minutes prior to kick-off to avoid delays.

Toilets

Prior to turnstiles opening, there are public toilets available to use in Kings Park. Alternatively, there are a number of public toilets in Boscombe (10 minute walk).

Payment Options

Supporters are advised that Vitality Stadium is cashless.

Matchday Programme

Remember to pick up your copy of the matchday programme to take home. These are on sale in the Superstore and around the stadium priced at £3.50.

Pre-Match Food Kiosk

Located midway on the outside of the Vitality Steve Fletcher North Stand, the food kiosk's are usually open from 3 hours before kick-off and stock a full range of hot food and drinks.

Own Recipe Burger/Cheeseburger £4.50

Homemade Pies (Steak and Ale, Chicken, Bacon & Leek, Curried Sweet Potato, Butternut Squash and Spinach (V) £4.25

Hot Dog £4.50

Meal deal is a pie, burger or hot dog, chocolate bar and a pint for £8 (not available in the Ted McDougall Stand). You can have a hot/soft drink instead for £7 for the bundle and both are available at any time during the game.

Smoking

Vitality Stadium is a smoke free venue. Use of Cigarettes, Vaporizers or E-Cigarettes is not permitted inside the stadium. Supporters are not able to exit and re-enter the stadium for any reason.

Accessible Parking

Car parking is available to visiting disabled supporters upon request. Visiting supporters will need to contact the Disability Access Officer in advance of the matchday should they wish to book a car parking space, by emailing disability@afcb.co.uk

The matchday parking attendants do allow for disabled supporters without parking to be dropped off in the main car park. Thistlebarrow Road is also recognised as a main pick-up point, providing it is not within the coned areas.

Food Areas

There are low counters available at kiosks and concourses within the visiting supporters concourse.

Hearing Loops

Portable hearing loops are situated in concourse areas, ticket offices, superstore, reception, 1910 bar and in the hospitality area.

Audio Headsets

Visually impaired supporters are able to order a headset in advance of the game. Headsets can be booked in advance (free of charge) through contacting the AFC Bournemouth ticket office, via phone by calling 01202 726300 or by e-mailing disability@afcb.co.uk

Sensory Packs

AFC Bournemouth and the Community Sports Trust are delighted to be able to offer sensory packs for supporters with disabilities. The packs have been designed for supporters, particularly those with Autism who attend matches to make the matchday experience more accessible, comfortable and enjoyable for them.

Sensory packs need to be pre-ordered prior to matchday. This can be done by completing the following application form - https://forms.office.com/r/SkZcbfKKy0

Once ordered supporters will receive a confirmation e-mail, with the pack available for collection two hours prior to kick-off from the DC Lounge at Vitality Stadium.

For further accessibility information please visit: www.afcb.co.uk/for-fans/disabled-access-guide

Accessible Toilets

There are 15 accessible toilets at the Vitality Stadium. There is one situated close to each of the areas provided for disabled supporters. All have level access and are clearly signed with tactile and braille signage. Accessible toilets have additional signage, mirrors, coat hooks and colour contrast. All accessible toilets are fitted with an alarm. For full details on accessible toilet facilities within each stand, please visit www.afcb.co.uk/for-fans/disabled-access-guide

DC Lounge

The DC Lounge is open pre-match to both home and visiting disabled supporters, free of charge. The DC Lounge is based on the ground floor and first floor in the east stand for the use of disabled supporters and their PAs.

The lounge offers screens showing live televised matches, a refreshment service of complimentary hot drinks and a matchday quiz to test your footballing knowledge. There are two accessible toilets, located on the first floor and a lift service is available. The DC Lounge has proved a popular place for disabled supporters to meet and socialise.

Accessible Entrance to Stadium

Entrance 2: South-east corner of the stadium for blocks; 25, 26, 27, 21, 22, 23, 24.

Matchday Disability Liaison Team

Should you have any questions or require any additional help on matchday, AFC Bournemouth's matchday disability liaison team are available around the ground. If required, they will also be able to contact the disability access officer for you.

If you have any queries ahead of your visit around accessibility please email: disability@afcb.co.uk to contact the Disability Access Officer.

Below is a list of what CANNOT be brought into Vitality Stadium:

· Flares

· Bottles, glass vessels, cans and flasks

· Dangerous or hazardous items

· Illegal substances

· Explosives, ammunition, and fireworks

· Motorbike helmets

· Laptops and tablets (audio and video recording devices)

· Knives, blades or other weapons

· Firearms

· Laser devices

· Smoke cannisters

· Air horns

· Professional cameras and recording devices

· Alcohol

Entry to the Stadium will be refused with any other articles deemed dangerous, hazardous or that compromise public health and safety. Any questions before the event please contact enquiries@afcb.co.uk or telephone 01202 726300.

Visiting Supporters are seated in Vitality East Stand Blocks 21-24 (Shown in Blue) and are accessed via Turnstile F.

Supporters are required to adhere to the ground regulations. In particular; supporters are reminded that it is a criminal offence to pass beyond the pitch side barriers.

For your own safety standing is not permitted in seated areas. Please be respectful to your fellow supporters and sit in the seat allocated to you. Persistent standing may lead to ejection from the ground and a report to your club.

AFC Bournemouth promotes a welcoming and friendly atmosphere at Vitality Stadium and any incidents of discriminatory or abusive behaviour may result in ejection from the ground.

Please always follow the instructions of the Safety Stewards at all times.

Visiting Supporters in home areas are likely to be ejected from the ground. If you are a visiting supporter with a home ticket, please contact the ticket office 01202 726300 or tickets@afcb.co.uk

AFC Bournemouth strive to make everyone’s matchday inclusive and enjoyable, if you witness any abusive or discriminatory behaviour, please try and speak to a steward on the day. Alternatively use the confidential text line; 07968 980580 during your visit to Vitality Stadium.

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