Burgess Hill Town are based at Leylands Park and are one of Sussex non-league football’s familiar names. The Hillians have a long Isthmian League history, strong community roots and a distinctive green-and-black identity. Their return to the Premier Division puts them back among the leading Step 3 clubs in the south east.
Burgess Hill Town play at Leylands Park on Maple Drive, currently known for sponsorship reasons as the Medical Travel Compared Stadium. It is a well-established Sussex non-league ground with a more traditional feel than some of the newer 3G venues in the division.
The ground is laid out with a mix of seated and standing accommodation. There are covered seated stands, a covered terrace and hard standing around the pitch. The Ashley Carr Terrace is one of the best-known areas of the ground and is associated with the more vocal Hillians support. The main clubhouse/bar facilities sit within the stadium set-up and are an important part of the matchday experience.
Capacity is usually given at around 2,500 with just over 400 seats. Recent works have included the move to a 3G pitch and upgrades around fencing, floodlights and the wider stadium infrastructure, making Leylands Park a traditional ground that has been modernised rather than replaced.
A local Sussex fixture where Burgess Hill and Three Bridges carry commuter-belt pride and regular non-league familiarity.
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Segregation is not normally expected for most Burgess Hill Town league matches at Leylands Park. Visiting supporters should usually expect a shared non-league environment, entering through the standard turnstiles and choosing their viewing position around the ground.
For unsegregated games, away fans can use the seated stands, pitchside rail and standing areas. The Ashley Carr Terrace is more strongly associated with the home support, so away fans or neutrals wanting a quieter experience may prefer the seated areas or the opposite side of the ground.
For larger fixtures, local derbies or games where segregation is required, Burgess Hill Town will normally issue specific match information. In those cases, away fans should follow the announced entry route and stewarding instructions rather than assuming the usual freedom to move around the ground.
Use the M23 south to the A23, then leave towards Burgess Hill via the A2300 or local signed routes. The town-centre section is slower than the dual carriageway miles suggest.
Come north from Brighton or Hove via the A23/A273 into Burgess Hill. Keep to the main approach roads because the South Downs edge lanes can be awkward in traffic.
Use the A27/A26/A272 corridor as appropriate, then head into Burgess Hill from Haywards Heath or Lewes side. Watch for commuter traffic around the Mid Sussex towns.
Approach via the A272 or A23 from Horsham/Crawley direction, then follow Burgess Hill signs. The final residential roads near the ground need a little patience.
Burgess Hill is the station to use for Burgess Hill Town. Brighton Main Line services from Brighton, Gatwick, Haywards Heath, East Croydon and London make this the correct station.
This entry is for rail planning only; the detailed walking route from the station is listed separately under the same station title.
Leave Burgess Hill station and head towards Leylands Park. The route is a residential walk north-west through town towards Leylands Road; check the final entrance before travelling.
Allow around 20 to 30 minutes on foot. Check the latest club or steward information for the correct entrance before travelling, especially for segregated fixtures or evening games.
Gatwick is often the most useful airport for south London, Surrey, Sussex and Kent trips because the airport has its own mainline station with Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express and Great Western Railway connections.
For Burgess Hill Town, this airport makes most sense because Gatwick is on the same rail corridor and is by far the most convenient airport. From the airport, aim for Burgess Hill. Take a direct Brighton Main Line train south from Gatwick towards Burgess Hill, or change at Haywards Heath if needed. From Burgess Hill station, walk or take a short taxi to Leylands Park.
Heathrow is normally the strongest flight option for west London, Surrey, Berkshire and the Thames Valley because of its route choice and Elizabeth line, Piccadilly line, coach and taxi connections.
For Burgess Hill Town, this airport makes most sense because Heathrow gives wider flight choice, but the cross-London transfer adds time. From the airport, aim for London Paddington or Farringdon, then Burgess Hill. Use Elizabeth line into London, then Thameslink south through Farringdon/London Bridge towards Burgess Hill. It is longer than Gatwick but useful for international flights.
Metrobus routes 271 and 272 are useful on the Brighton, Burgess Hill and Crawley/Haywards Heath corridors. They can help if you are staying elsewhere in Mid Sussex or connecting from Haywards Heath.
Use them to reach Burgess Hill town, then finish towards Leylands Park.
Compass Travel 33 is useful for local Mid Sussex journeys around Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks and Burgess Hill. It is more of a local helper than a main away-day route, but it can suit supporters staying nearby.
Check current Compass times before relying on it after an evening fixture.
Station Taxis Burgess Hill are useful for the short move from Burgess Hill station, Haywards Heath or local hotels to Leylands Park. A taxi is helpful if weather is poor or you are arriving close to kick-off.
Roadrunners operate across the Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath area and are useful for station pickups, hotel transfers and later returns from Leylands Park.
Burgess Hill station parking is a useful signed option for Leylands Park, especially if you are meeting people arriving by rail. From the station side, walk or take a short taxi to the ground.
Expect normal station parking charges. It is not the closest possible parking, but it avoids the tightest residential roads around Leylands Park.
The Market Place car park works well if you arrive early and want Burgess Hill town centre before the match. It gives a straightforward base and a manageable walk or taxi onwards.
Check shopping-centre tariffs and opening times for evening fixtures. This is a safer choice than searching for unrestricted street parking near the ground.
The Railway Burgess Hill is a named pub option for Burgess Hill, useful for supporters who want a proper place to aim for before the match rather than just wandering around the ground-side streets. It is a sensible choice for early arrivals who want a town or village pub before moving on to the ground.
Check opening times and any fixture-specific door policy before travelling, especially where the ground sits in a residential area or the fixture is expected to be busy.
The Watermill is a named pub option for Burgess Hill, useful for supporters who want a proper place to aim for before the match rather than just wandering around the ground-side streets. It gives a second named pub option if the first choice is too busy or if you are arriving from a different side of town.
Check opening times and any fixture-specific door policy before travelling, especially where the ground sits in a residential area or the fixture is expected to be busy.
The Oak Barn Restaurant is a named food option around Burgess Hill, useful if you want something more reliable than grabbing whatever is nearest at kick-off time. It works best for supporters arriving with enough time for a proper meal rather than a rushed stop.
For restaurant-style stops, book ahead or arrive early; for smaller cafes and takeaways, check opening hours around evening fixtures.
Buon Appetito Burgess Hill is a named food option around Burgess Hill, useful if you want something more reliable than grabbing whatever is nearest at kick-off time. It gives another named alternative, useful for groups who want a different style of food before or after the match.
For restaurant-style stops, book ahead or arrive early; for smaller cafes and takeaways, check opening hours around evening fixtures.
Premier Inn Burgess Hill is a practical overnight base for an away trip to Burgess Hill. It is included because it is a realistic base for the town or nearby transport corridor rather than a random hotel miles away.
Compare rates before booking because small towns can have limited rooms, while tourist places and larger cities can jump in price around events.
Leylands Park is tucked into a residential part of Burgess Hill, so plan parking and arrival time properly. The club lists car parking and overflow parking at the ground, but spaces can become limited for larger fixtures. Avoid blocking nearby residential streets and follow stewarding if directed to overflow areas.
The nearest railway station is Wivelsfield, not Burgess Hill, which is an important detail for travelling supporters. Wivelsfield is still a walk from the ground, so check the route beforehand or use a taxi if mobility, weather or evening kick-off times are a concern.
Inside the ground, the covered terrace and seated stands give decent options in bad weather. The Ashley Carr Terrace is the liveliest area when Burgess Hill have a vocal home following. Neutrals may prefer the main seated stand or a central pitchside position for the best overall view.
Burgess Hill Town publish admission prices on the club website and normally operate straightforward non-league ticketing. For 2026/27, listed league prices are Adults £12, Concessions £8, 12-17 year olds £3 and Under 11s £1, with season tickets also available.
Pay on the gate is common at this level, but supporters should still check the club’s official admission page and match previews before travelling, particularly for cup matches, local derbies or fixtures where a bigger crowd is expected. Online season-ticket purchases are advertised by the club, while match-by-match arrangements may vary.
Away supporters normally pay in the same way as home fans unless a segregated fixture or advance allocation is announced. For the best view, choose the seated stand or a central standing position. For atmosphere, the Ashley Carr Terrace is the main home-support area, so visitors wanting a quieter spot may want to stand elsewhere.
Supporters should follow standard Leylands Park ground regulations and stewarding instructions. Pyrotechnics, pitch encroachment, throwing objects, discriminatory behaviour and bringing alcohol into the ground are not permitted.
Because the ground sits close to residential areas, supporters should be considerate when arriving and leaving, particularly for evening fixtures. Parking should only be in permitted areas, and visitors should avoid blocking driveways or creating access issues around Maple Drive.
Children should be supervised around the terrace and pitchside rail. Where segregation is in operation, supporters must stay in their allocated area. For normal unsegregated fixtures, movement around the ground is usually relaxed, but standing in gangways or restricted areas should be avoided.
Leylands Park provides the basic accessibility expected of a Step 3 non-league ground, but it is still a traditional stadium with a mix of stands, terraces and hard standing. Supporters with mobility needs should contact Burgess Hill Town before travelling if they require accessible parking, step-free viewing advice or assistance on arrival.
The club lists parking and overflow parking at the ground, which may help disabled supporters, but spaces can be limited on busy matchdays. Arriving early is strongly advised.
Wheelchair users may find pitchside hard standing the most practical viewing option, while the seated stands and terraces may involve steps or tighter access. Public transport users should note that Wivelsfield is the nearest station, not Burgess Hill, so a taxi may be preferable for anyone who cannot comfortably manage the walk.
Burgess Hill Town do not advertise regular public stadium tours of Leylands Park. The ground is a working non-league football venue, and formal tours are unlikely to be available as a standard attraction.
Supporters wanting to see more of the stadium should arrive early on a matchday once the bar and spectator areas are open. Any special requests for community visits, media access or group arrangements should be made directly with the club office.
Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft is a worthwhile extra stop around Burgess Hill if you are making more of the day than just the match. It is one of the more obvious local attractions or landmarks to build into an away day.
Check opening times before travelling, particularly for winter midweek fixtures or attractions with seasonal hours.
Official club website. Use this for club news, fixtures, ticket information, supporter notices and the latest matchday updates.