Blackpool are one of Lancashire’s best-known football clubs, based at Bloomfield Road beside the famous seaside resort. The Seasiders have won the FA Cup, competed in the Premier League and remain closely associated with attacking football, travelling support and a distinctive tangerine identity. Bloomfield Road gives the club a unique coastal matchday setting.
Bloomfield Road is a compact town-centre football ground with a strong seaside setting, sitting close to Blackpool promenade and the main resort area. It has been Blackpool's long-term home since the early 20th century and has been rebuilt in stages, which means it now has a mostly modern feel while still retaining a distinctive character because of its location and the layout around Seasiders Way.
The Sir Stanley Matthews West Stand is the main stand and contains much of the club's hospitality, media and principal facilities. The Armfield South Stand is the home end behind one goal and is usually the loudest part of the stadium. The North Stand is at the opposite end, while the East Stand runs along the side nearest the temporary/development side of the ground and has been subject to upgrade work in recent years, including improvements around seating, media positions, lighting, PA and safe-standing style rail installations. Bloomfield Road is not a huge stadium, but it can be noisy, especially when the home support in the South Stand gets going.
A Lancashire rivalry between seaside Blackpool and city-club Preston, carrying long history, short travel and regular EFL intensity.
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Away supporters at Bloomfield Road are normally accommodated in the East Stand side of the stadium. Allocations can vary depending on the match, away demand and any operational work around the East Stand, so visiting fans should always follow the ticket and access instructions issued by their own club and Blackpool before travelling.
The away side of Bloomfield Road is reached from the Seasiders Way / Bloomfield Road area, with the stadium sitting very close to the seafront, car parks, hotels and town-centre streets. The location is convenient, but it also means traffic, pedestrian movement and general resort crowds can all mix on busy Saturdays. The view from the away section is usually fine, although the East Stand has historically felt more functional than the three more permanent-looking sides of the ground. With recent and ongoing improvements to the stand and stadium infrastructure, match-by-match arrangements should be checked rather than relying on older away-day accounts.
Use M6 southbound then M55 westbound into Blackpool, then follow signs for Bloomfield Road and the central Blackpool, close to the seafront area. Use recognised town-centre/seafront car parks; holiday traffic, illuminations and seaside events can make the final approach much slower. Allow extra time for the final local roads around kick-off and check current matchday traffic or parking instructions before setting off.
Use M6 northbound to Junction 32 then M55 westbound, then follow signs for Bloomfield Road and the central Blackpool, close to the seafront area. Use recognised town-centre/seafront car parks; holiday traffic, illuminations and seaside events can make the final approach much slower. Allow extra time for the final local roads around kick-off and check current matchday traffic or parking instructions before setting off.
Use M65/A583 towards Preston then M55 into Blackpool, then follow signs for Bloomfield Road and the central Blackpool, close to the seafront area. Use recognised town-centre/seafront car parks; holiday traffic, illuminations and seaside events can make the final approach much slower. Allow extra time for the final local roads around kick-off and check current matchday traffic or parking instructions before setting off.
Use Promenade, Lytham Road or Seasiders Way from the Fylde coast, then follow signs for Bloomfield Road and the central Blackpool, close to the seafront area. Use recognised town-centre/seafront car parks; holiday traffic, illuminations and seaside events can make the final approach much slower. Allow extra time for the final local roads around kick-off and check current matchday traffic or parking instructions before setting off.
Blackpool South is the closest rail station to Bloomfield Road and is useful if you can connect onto the South Fylde line. It is served by local services from Preston via Lytham and St Annes, so supporters from the north or south normally change at Preston before continuing. It is much nearer the stadium than Blackpool North.
Blackpool North is the main station for longer-distance services and is usually the best arrival point from Manchester, Preston, the West Coast Main Line and wider northern connections. It is further from Bloomfield Road than Blackpool South, but it has better train frequency and more direct services. Use it if your journey is long-distance or if South Fylde connections do not line up.
Leave Blackpool South station and head north-west towards Seasiders Way / Bloomfield Road. The walk is usually around 10 to 15 minutes. The route is straightforward, but seaside traffic and matchday crowds around Bloomfield Road can make the final approach slower.
Walking from Blackpool North to Bloomfield Road usually takes around 25 to 35 minutes. Head towards the town centre and seafront side before continuing south towards Bloomfield Road. A tram, bus or taxi may be better if you are short on time or travelling with children.
Manchester Airport is normally the best airport for Blackpool. Blackpool Airport is not a normal scheduled passenger airport, so Manchester gives the best mix of flight choice and onward travel. Take the train from the airport towards Preston or Manchester Piccadilly, then continue to Blackpool North.
Bloomfield Road is around a 20 to 25 minute walk from Blackpool North. A taxi is easy enough if you have luggage, but after the match walking back into town can be quicker than sitting in traffic near the seafront.
Liverpool John Lennon Airport can work well for Blackpool if the fares or flight times are better. From the airport, get to Liverpool South Parkway or Liverpool city centre, then take the train north via Preston towards Blackpool North.
This is a proper north-west option rather than an airport miles out of the way. Manchester is usually simpler, but Liverpool is worth checking if you are making a weekend of it.
Blackpool Transport service 5 is one of the useful town routes for supporters moving between Blackpool town centre, the wider resort area and stops close to Bloomfield Road. It is handy if you are staying away from the seafront or arriving from the north side of town.
Bloomfield Road is close enough to walk from central Blackpool, but the bus is useful in poor weather or if you are based further out. Check live departures before travelling, as Blackpool matchdays and seafront events can affect timings.
Blackpool Transport service 7 is another useful route around the Bloomfield Road side of town, especially for supporters coming from or heading towards the south of Blackpool and St Annes direction. It can be a good alternative to walking from the town centre if your accommodation is not central.
For most away fans, buses in Blackpool are most useful before the match. After full-time, walking back towards the promenade or town centre may be quicker than waiting in the immediate crowd around the ground.
C Cabs are one of the local private-hire options in Blackpool and can be useful if you are staying outside the town centre or need a direct run to Bloomfield Road. For a group, a taxi can be good value compared with several bus fares, especially from hotels further up the coast.
Do not rely on being picked up right outside the ground after full-time. It is usually better to walk towards the promenade, town centre or a quieter side street before booking.
Premier Taxis cover Blackpool and the Fylde Coast, making them useful for trips from Bispham, St Annes, Lytham, Cleveleys or Blackpool North to Bloomfield Road. This is a good company to check if you are making a weekend of the match and staying outside the centre.
Pre-booking is worthwhile for late-night returns or airport-style onward journeys.
There are paid parking areas close to Bloomfield Road around Seasiders Way and the stadium side of town, but they fill quickly for bigger fixtures and can be slow to exit. Approach from the Promenade or Yeadon Way side depending on traffic and follow local signs.
Expect a matchday-style charge rather than free parking, usually in the region of a few pounds to around £10 depending on the car park and event demand. Arrive early if you want to stay near the ground.
Blackpool's large Central Car Park is a useful option if you are making a day of it on the seafront. It is not right beside Bloomfield Road, but it gives plenty of capacity and leaves you with a walk of around 15 to 25 minutes depending on where you park.
This is often less stressful than hunting for a residential space near the ground. Prices are normal council/seafront tariffs and can vary by season, so check the pay machine or app before leaving the car.
A large and lively pub on the Promenade, often used by football crowds because it is within a reasonable walk of Bloomfield Road. It is best for supporters who want a seaside matchday atmosphere rather than a quiet pint.
A pub and brewhouse close to Bloomfield Road, useful if you want to stay near the ground. Because of its location it can get busy quickly on matchdays, so arrive early and be sensible with colours if advice changes for a particular fixture.
One of Blackpool's best-known fish and chip shops, ideal if you want something traditional before or after the match. It is closer to the town centre than the stadium, but worth considering if you are making a day of it.
A seafront food option on the Promenade, better suited to supporters making a weekend of Blackpool than those dashing straight to the ground. It is useful for a more relaxed meal with sea views before heading down towards Bloomfield Road.
A seafront hotel south of the town centre, useful for away fans staying over and wanting easier access to Bloomfield Road without being right in the busiest nightlife area.
Bloomfield Road is a good away day because the ground is close to the promenade, town centre, hotels, food and pubs. That convenience is also the main thing to plan around: Blackpool can be busy for reasons completely unrelated to football, especially during holiday periods, events, illuminations and warm-weather weekends. Do not judge travel time only by the fixture crowd.
Blackpool South is the closest rail station, while Blackpool North has more services and is walkable for many supporters or a short taxi/tram-and-walk away. If driving, use town-centre or seafront parking plans rather than expecting easy street parking next to the ground. The South Stand is usually the main home atmosphere area. Neutrals wanting a central view should look to the side stands, while away supporters should follow the East Stand instructions issued for their fixture.
Blackpool sell home tickets through the club's official ticketing platform and ticket office. The Armfield South Stand is usually the liveliest home area and is best for supporters wanting atmosphere. The West Stand is the main stand and gives a more central, traditional view, while other areas may suit families or supporters wanting a calmer matchday experience.
Away tickets are normally sold by the visiting club from the allocation issued for the East Stand. Because Bloomfield Road's away arrangements can depend on fixture demand and stadium operations, visiting supporters should follow their own club's sales notice for block details, entry instructions and collection information. Digital ticketing is part of Blackpool's ticketing setup, but away delivery methods can still vary by club, so check before travelling.
Bloomfield Road follows standard EFL stadium regulations. Supporters should expect bag checks, searches and steward instructions at the turnstiles. Pyrotechnics, smoke bombs, alcohol brought into the stadium, offensive weapons, discriminatory abuse, missile throwing and entering the pitch are prohibited. Blackpool is also a busy resort town, so police and stewards may pay particular attention to supporter movement around the seafront and town-centre drinking areas for higher-risk fixtures.
Inside the ground, fans should use the stand, block and seat shown on their ticket. Away supporters should remain in the allocated visiting section and should follow any fixture-specific instructions for entry and exit. Smoking and vaping are not generally allowed in seated stadium areas unless the club identifies a specific permitted zone.
Blackpool provide disabled supporter information through the Visiting Bloomfield Road section of the club website. Accessible seating, wheelchair positions and companion arrangements should be booked in advance through the relevant ticketing route. Away disabled supporters should normally arrange tickets via their own club, which will have been given the accessible allocation and any instructions for the fixture.
Bloomfield Road is close to the seafront and town centre, which is useful for transport and hotels, but the surrounding area can become very busy. Disabled supporters should allow extra time for parking, drop-off and movement around Seasiders Way. Anyone needing step-free access, accessible toilets, audio support or specific assistance should check directly with Blackpool before matchday.
Blackpool advertise stadium tours for Bloomfield Road through the club's Fan Zone section. These tours are intended to give supporters a behind-the-scenes look at the ground, with access depending on the schedule and operational requirements at the stadium.
Because Bloomfield Road also hosts hospitality, conferences and other events, tour dates may not be constant throughout the year. Supporters should check Blackpool's official stadium tour information or ticketing channels before making plans. It is worth doing for visitors who want to see more than the matchday view, especially given the ground's history and its links to the 1953 FA Cup-winning side.
The obvious Blackpool landmark and a strong option if you are building a day or weekend around the fixture. It is central, easy to find and fits well with pubs, food and seafront walks before heading towards Bloomfield Road.
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