Leatherhead are based at Fetcham Grove and are one of Surrey’s traditional non-league clubs. The Tanners are famous for FA Cup runs, a long Isthmian League history and a loyal local following. Their return to the Premier Division restores a familiar name to Step 3 football.
Leatherhead play at Fetcham Grove on Guildford Road, a traditional Surrey non-league ground with a long history and a proper old-fashioned feel. The club has played at Fetcham Grove since the post-war merger that formed the modern Leatherhead FC, and the ground remains central to the identity of the Tanners.
The ground is a classic compact non-league venue rather than a modern stadium. The main side, close to where supporters enter, has covered accommodation with a mix of seating and standing. There is also covered terracing behind one goal, while the rest of the ground is mainly open hard standing and pitchside viewing. Home supporters are often associated with the Shed End, which is the livelier part of Fetcham Grove when the crowd is in good voice.
Capacity figures vary between sources, with older ground listings commonly giving around 3,400 and some newer listings lower, but the ground is clearly more than adequate for Isthmian Premier football. It is a good ground for traditionalists: close to the pitch, easy to move around, and with a clubhouse/bar forming a major part of the matchday.
A Mole Valley rivalry with non-league roots, sharpened by Dorking’s rapid ascent past established nearby clubs.
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Segregation is not normally expected at Leatherhead league fixtures. Most away supporters should expect a shared non-league matchday, entering through the standard turnstiles and mixing with home supporters around the ground.
For unsegregated matches, visiting fans can usually choose between the covered main-side accommodation, the covered end, open hard standing and pitchside rail. The Shed End is more strongly associated with the home support, so away fans or neutrals who want a quieter view may prefer the side areas or the opposite open standing.
If a high-profile fixture, cup tie or local game requires segregation, Leatherhead or the visiting club will normally publish match-specific information. In that case, away supporters should follow the advertised entry and stewarding instructions rather than assuming free movement around Fetcham Grove.
Use the M25 to Junction 9 and follow Leatherhead signs, then head for Fetcham Grove. This is the best motorway approach and keeps you out of smaller Surrey lanes.
Come north on the A24 or A246 towards Leatherhead, then follow local signs for Fetcham. The final roads are residential, so arrive early for parking.
Use the M25 westbound to Junction 9 or the A246 from Guildford side. Avoid cutting across minor commons roads if traffic is poor.
Use the A24/A246 from Dorking or Guildford, then enter Leatherhead on the main routes. Fetcham Grove is tucked away, so check the final turn before setting off.
Leatherhead is the station to use for Leatherhead. South Western Railway and Southern services from London, Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Wimbledon-side connections make this the railhead.
This entry is for rail planning only; the detailed walking route from the station is listed separately under the same station title.
Leave Leatherhead station and head towards Fetcham Grove. The route is a suburban walk through Leatherhead towards Fetcham Grove.
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 Leatherhead, this airport makes most sense because Gatwick is the closest major airport and fits Surrey travel well. From the airport, aim for Dorking, Epsom or Leatherhead. Take rail north/west via Redhill, Dorking or Clapham Junction depending on the timetable, then continue to Leatherhead. A taxi from Gatwick is viable for groups.
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 Leatherhead, this airport makes most sense because Heathrow is also close enough to be realistic for central Surrey. From the airport, aim for Woking, Epsom or Leatherhead. Use RailAir coach to Woking or rail/Underground across south-west London, then connect to Leatherhead. This works best for long-haul flights where Heathrow is much better.
Falcon Buses 408 is one of the specific routes to check for Leatherhead, Fetcham and Fetcham Grove. It is included because it serves the town, nearby station corridor or the side of the town used for the ground, making it more useful than a vague 'local bus' recommendation.
Check the operator's live timetable before travelling, especially for evening fixtures, bank holidays and Sunday games.
Falcon Buses 479 is one of the specific routes to check for Leatherhead, Fetcham and Fetcham Grove. It is included because it serves the town, nearby station corridor or the side of the town used for the ground, making it more useful than a vague 'local bus' recommendation.
Check the operator's live timetable before travelling, especially for evening fixtures, bank holidays and Sunday games.
Leatherhead Taxis is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Leatherhead, Fetcham and Fetcham Grove. It is useful for station transfers, hotel pickups and the final leg where the nearest rail stop is not right beside the ground.
Pre-booking is sensible for midweek matches and for grounds in villages or residential areas where taxis may not be waiting outside at full-time.
Station Cars Leatherhead is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Leatherhead, Fetcham and Fetcham Grove. It is useful for station transfers, hotel pickups and the final leg where the nearest rail stop is not right beside the ground.
Pre-booking is sensible for midweek matches and for grounds in villages or residential areas where taxis may not be waiting outside at full-time.
There is limited parking around Fetcham Grove, and it should be treated as a small non-league ground rather than a large stadium site. Follow club instructions and avoid blocking residential access.
Where parking is available, expect a low or no charge, but it can fill quickly. Arrive early if you want to park close.
Leatherhead station car park is a sensible organised option if you are happy with the walk or short taxi to Fetcham Grove. It gives a clear landmark and avoids residential parking stress.
Expect normal station charges. Check evening access before leaving the car for night fixtures.
The Penny Black is a named pub option for Leatherhead, 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 Running Horse is a named pub option for Leatherhead, 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.
Piazza Firenze is a named food option around Leatherhead, 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.
Zen Garden Leatherhead is a named food option around Leatherhead, 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.
Travelodge Leatherhead is a practical overnight base for an away trip to Leatherhead. 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.
Fetcham Grove is one of the easier non-league grounds to reach by rail. Leatherhead station is roughly half a mile away and around a 10-minute walk from the ground, making it practical for supporters travelling by train.
Drivers should be aware that parking at the ground itself can be limited. Supporters are often directed towards the large Leatherhead Leisure Centre car parks beyond the entrance to the Grove, with town-centre car parks also within walking distance if the leisure centre is full. Arrive early for bigger fixtures and do not block local access.
Inside the ground, the best view is usually from the covered main side, while the Shed End gives more atmosphere. The clubhouse and food provision are useful, but turnstile payment arrangements can vary by fixture, so bring a card and some cash. For a neutral, Fetcham Grove is best enjoyed by arriving early, using the bar, then choosing a side-on view before the ground fills.
Leatherhead have published 2026/27 men’s admission prices as Adults £14, Concessions £10, Under-16s £6 and Under-12s free when accompanying an Adult or Concession. The club also sells season tickets and uses an online ticketing platform for match tickets.
Pay on the gate is still common at this level, but payment method can vary by match. Some visiting-club guides have reported cash-only turnstiles for certain fixtures, even where card is accepted elsewhere in the stadium, so it is sensible to bring both cash and card.
Away supporters normally buy in the same way as home fans unless a special allocation or segregated fixture is announced. Neutrals wanting the best view should use the covered side, while supporters looking for atmosphere should head towards the busier end, bearing in mind that the Shed End is usually the home-support area.
Supporters should follow Leatherhead’s stewarding instructions and the usual football ground rules: no pyrotechnics, no pitch encroachment, no throwing objects, no discriminatory behaviour and no items likely to cause danger or disruption.
The club’s visitor notice reminds all supporters to take care around the ground and club buildings, and to keep children supervised. Fetcham Grove is a traditional ground with older stands, hard standing and busy clubhouse areas, so visitors should use common sense around steps, barriers and crowded areas.
If segregation is used, supporters must remain in the area allocated to them. Parking should be in permitted areas only, particularly around the leisure centre and local roads. Supporters should also respect residents when arriving and leaving the ground.
Leatherhead do not publish a highly detailed matchday accessibility guide, so supporters with specific needs should contact the club before travelling. The club’s ticketing information treats disabled customers within the concession category, and the ground has hard standing around parts of the pitch that may be suitable for wheelchair users.
Fetcham Grove is an older non-league ground, so some seating and terraced areas may involve steps or tighter access. Wheelchair users are likely to find pitchside hard standing the most practical option, but the best location may depend on crowd size and weather.
Parking close to the stadium can be limited, so disabled supporters should ask the club in advance about the best drop-off point or parking option. Leatherhead station is within walking distance, but supporters with mobility needs should check the route and station access before travelling.
Leatherhead do not advertise regular public stadium tours of Fetcham Grove. The ground is a working non-league football venue with clubhouse and community use rather than a stadium-tour attraction.
Supporters wanting to see the ground should arrive early on matchday when the turnstiles, clubhouse and spectator areas are open. Any special access for community groups, sponsors, media or private visits should be arranged directly with Leatherhead FC.
Box Hill is a worthwhile extra stop around Leatherhead 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.
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