Northampton Town are based at Sixfields Stadium and are known as the Cobblers, reflecting the town’s historic shoe industry. The club has moved regularly between League One and League Two, backed by a loyal local fanbase and a clear Northamptonshire identity. Sixfields has been their home since the 1990s.
Sixfields Stadium has been Northampton Town’s home since 1994 and sits in an out-of-town leisure and retail area west of Northampton town centre. It is a practical modern-era ground rather than a tight traditional street-corner stadium, with plenty of nearby restaurants, shops and leisure facilities around the wider Sixfields area.
The stadium is arranged with separate stands around the pitch. The West Stand is the main stand and contains the key club facilities. The South Stand is normally the away end, while the North Stand and East Stand areas are used by home supporters. The East Stand has had a long and complicated redevelopment history, which gives that side of the ground a slightly unfinished or different feel compared with a fully enclosed modern stadium.
Sixfields is generally easy to navigate and offers clear sightlines, especially from the side stands. It does not have the older-town-centre character of the County Ground era, but it is functional, accessible by road and capable of producing a decent atmosphere when Northampton’s home support is strong.
A rivalry along the River Nene, with Northampton and Peterborough often measuring themselves against each other across county lines.
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A local rivalry driven by short travel and frequent league meetings, with both clubs often competing for the same regional bragging rights.
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Away supporters are normally housed in the South Stand behind one goal. This is the standard visiting section at Sixfields and offers covered, all-seater accommodation with generally unobstructed views.
The away end holds just under 1,000 supporters, although allocations can vary depending on the fixture and whether additional or reduced segregation is required. For larger or higher-profile fixtures, away supporters should expect advance ticketing and should follow the information issued by their own club.
The South Stand is straightforward once inside the stadium, but Sixfields itself is spread across a leisure and retail area, so first-time visitors should check the correct approach and car park before travelling. There are several food and drink options nearby, but away pub and bar arrangements can vary by fixture.
Use M1 southbound Junction 16, then follow signs for Sixfields Stadium and the Sixfields, west Northampton area. Sixfields is fairly car-friendly but retail and stadium roundabouts queue; use official/signed parking. Allow extra time for the final local roads around kick-off and check current matchday traffic or parking instructions before setting off.
Use M1 northbound Junction 15A/16, then follow signs for Sixfields Stadium and the Sixfields, west Northampton area. Sixfields is fairly car-friendly but retail and stadium roundabouts queue; use official/signed parking. Allow extra time for the final local roads around kick-off and check current matchday traffic or parking instructions before setting off.
Use A45 westbound towards Sixfields, then follow signs for Sixfields Stadium and the Sixfields, west Northampton area. Sixfields is fairly car-friendly but retail and stadium roundabouts queue; use official/signed parking. Allow extra time for the final local roads around kick-off and check current matchday traffic or parking instructions before setting off.
Use A45 eastbound or M1 routes, then follow signs for Sixfields Stadium and the Sixfields, west Northampton area. Sixfields is fairly car-friendly but retail and stadium roundabouts queue; use official/signed parking. Allow extra time for the final local roads around kick-off and check current matchday traffic or parking instructions before setting off.
Northampton station is the correct station for Sixfields and is served by London Northwestern Railway services from London Euston, Birmingham, Milton Keynes and Rugby. The stadium is west of the town centre, so the station is an interchange for bus/taxi or a longer walk.
Walking from Northampton station to Sixfields usually takes around 30 to 40 minutes. Head west towards the St James / Weedon Road area and follow signs for Sixfields. A bus or taxi is sensible if you are arriving close to kick-off.
Luton Airport is a practical airport for Northampton Town. Use the airport shuttle to Luton Airport Parkway, then continue by rail towards Northampton, usually with a change depending on the route.
Sixfields is west of Northampton town centre and is not beside the railway station. From Northampton station, take a taxi or local bus to the ground. This final leg is worth planning, because walking is longer than many visitors expect.
Birmingham Airport is another good option for Northampton, especially if you want a rail-based journey. From Birmingham International, travel into Birmingham New Street and then south towards Northampton.
It is a little further than Luton, but sometimes easier if the train connections are better. From Northampton station, finish by taxi or bus to Sixfields.
Stagecoach services towards Dallington, Duston and Sixfields are useful for reaching Northampton Town's ground from the town centre. The stadium is west of the centre and not beside the railway station, so buses are worth checking if you do not want a taxi.
For away supporters, start from Northampton town centre or the station area, then use a westbound bus towards Sixfields. Check the return times carefully for evening games.
A taxi from Northampton station to Sixfields is one of the easiest ways to finish the journey. The ground is far enough from the station that walking can feel like a trek, especially in poor weather.
After the match, the retail park roads around Sixfields can be busy. If pre-booking a taxi, choose a clear pick-up point away from the main stadium exits.
Bounds Taxis are a Northampton taxi operator and are useful for the journey from Northampton station, hotels or the town centre to Sixfields. The ground is west of the centre and not beside the railway station, so a cab is often the simplest option.
After the match, the retail park roads can be busy, so arrange a clear pick-up point away from the main stadium exits.
Skyline Taxis operate in Northampton as well as Milton Keynes and are another option for trips to Sixfields. They are useful for group travel, hotels and late-night returns.
Pre-booking is sensible for evening fixtures or if you need to catch a train.
Sixfields has parking around the stadium and retail park area, but drivers should follow matchday signs and check retail restrictions carefully. Some nearby car parks may have customer-only or time-limit rules.
If official match parking is available, expect a small charge. The area can be slow to clear after full-time because stadium traffic mixes with retail and cinema traffic.
Northampton town-centre car parks are a fallback if you do not want to risk the Sixfields area. Park centrally and use a bus or taxi to the stadium, as walking from the station or centre is longer than many expect.
Prices are normal town-centre tariffs. This option is better if you are arriving early and using pubs or food in town.
A pub close to Sixfields and the retail park, useful if you want to stay near the stadium. It is convenient, but can be busy on matchdays.
A straightforward chain restaurant in the Sixfields area, useful for families and groups who want food close to the stadium rather than going into town.
A hotel close to the Sixfields side of Northampton, useful for supporters driving or wanting to stay near the ground rather than the town centre.
Sixfields is one of the more car-friendly away days in the division because of its out-of-town setting, but traffic around the retail and leisure parks can be heavy close to kick-off. Supporters driving should allow time for parking and for congestion around the stadium roads.
Northampton railway station is not directly beside the stadium, so supporters arriving by train should expect a walk, bus or taxi. The walk from the town centre is possible for many fans but takes time, so plan the route rather than leaving it until close to kick-off.
For neutral supporters, the West Stand provides the best main-stand view and facilities. The main home atmosphere can vary depending on fixture and form, while away supporters are normally behind the goal in the South Stand. Families or first-time visitors may prefer quieter home blocks away from the most vocal areas.
Northampton Town tickets are sold through the club’s official ticketing channels, including online sales and the club ticket office. Matchday availability depends on the fixture, and advance purchase is recommended for games with higher demand.
Away supporters should buy through their own club once Northampton issue the allocation. Visiting fans should check their club’s announcement for prices, collection arrangements, disabled tickets, coach travel and whether any pay-on-the-day option exists.
For home neutrals, the West Stand is usually the best choice for comfort and overall view. Families may prefer designated family-friendly areas where available. Away supporters should use the South Stand allocation and should not assume extra tickets will be available on arrival unless confirmed.
Standard EFL ground regulations apply at Sixfields Stadium. Supporters should expect checks around bags, alcohol, pyrotechnics, discriminatory behaviour, offensive chanting and entering the field of play.
Because the stadium sits in a shared leisure and retail area, supporters should park only in permitted areas and avoid causing problems for nearby businesses. Traffic and steward instructions should be followed, especially after full-time when the surrounding roads can become congested.
Away supporters should use the South Stand entrances and follow any segregation routes in place. Ticket collection and matchday sales arrangements can vary, so supporters should check fixture-specific guidance before travelling.
Sixfields Stadium is a relatively practical venue for disabled supporters compared with many older grounds, but arrangements should still be made in advance. Northampton publish visiting supporter information and have also produced sensory guidance to help supporters prepare for a visit.
Wheelchair spaces, companion tickets, accessible parking and step-free access should be confirmed with the club or through the visiting club’s ticket office before matchday. Away disabled supporters should check their South Stand arrangements carefully, especially if the allocation or access route changes for a particular fixture.
The out-of-town setting can be helpful for car travel, but supporters arriving by train should plan the onward journey from Northampton station. A taxi or bus may be more suitable than walking for supporters with mobility needs.
There does not appear to be a regular public stadium tour programme at Sixfields Stadium. Northampton Town may occasionally provide behind-the-scenes access through community activity, hospitality, school visits or special club events, but routine bookable football stadium tours are not clearly advertised as a regular offer.
Supporters interested in a tour-style visit should check directly with Northampton Town for any one-off opportunities rather than assuming tours are available.
A distinctive Charles Rennie Mackintosh-designed house in Northampton, worth visiting if you are arriving early. It is in town, so plan transport to Sixfields afterwards.
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