Oxford City are based at Marsh Lane and have grown from local non-league football into a regular Step 2 presence. The Hoops reached the National League and remain one of Oxfordshire’s leading non-league clubs, with a compact ground in Marston and a strong community focus.
The MGroup Stadium, still often known by its long-standing name Court Place Farm, is Oxford City's home in Marston, north-east Oxford. It is a compact non-league ground that has developed around a wider sports and community complex rather than a traditional town-centre football site.
The stadium has a practical Step 2 layout, with the main seated stand and club facilities on one side and a mixture of covered and open standing around the rest of the pitch. It is not a large enclosed bowl, but it is tidy, functional and close enough to the pitch to give a good view from most areas.
Oxford City have played at higher levels recently, so the ground is used to more formal ticketing and matchday operation than some smaller non-league venues. The site is also served by local buses from Oxford station and the city centre, which makes it more accessible by public transport than many grounds outside a city centre.
A rare same-city fixture, with Oxford City carrying non-league tradition against the professional club that dominates the city’s football profile.
No upcoming rivalry fixture currently listed.
Away segregation at Oxford City is fixture dependent. For some matches at the MGroup Stadium, segregation is in place and visiting supporters are allocated a specific section of the ground, with stewards directing fans to the correct away area.
Recent away information for segregated fixtures has stated that away tickets can be bought online in advance and that away fans may also be able to pay by cash or card at the turnstiles, although advance online purchase is cheaper. That suggests Oxford can operate both formal away sections and flexible non-league-style admission depending on the fixture.
For lower-risk games, supporters may find the ground is less restricted, but away fans should not assume this. Always check whether the match is segregated before travelling, especially for clubs expected to bring a larger following.
Use the A34 south then A40/A44, then head towards Marston and Marsh Lane. avoid central Oxford if possible.
Use the A34 north then the Oxford ring road, then follow signs for Marston. city traffic can be slow at peak times.
Use the A40 west then Oxford ring road, then head for Marston rather than the city centre. park carefully around local streets.
Use the A40 east from Witney, then use the ring road for Marsh Lane. do not cut through central Oxford unless necessary.
Oxford Parkway is the best rail option for Oxford City. It has Chiltern services from London Marylebone and connections from Oxford, making it useful for Marsh Lane.
The ground is not directly beside the station, so plan the final walk, bus or taxi.
Leave Oxford Parkway station and follow the main pedestrian route towards Marsh Lane. Head south-east towards Marston, using main pedestrian routes and avoiding fast-road shortcuts. A taxi is often better for evening matches.
Allow around 35 to 45 minutes on foot. Check the exact ground entrance before travelling, especially where segregation or matchday access changes.
Heathrow is the best airport for Oxford City because of the coach and rail options towards Oxford. Once in Oxford, use Oxford Parkway or local buses/taxis for Marsh Lane.
This avoids having to cross central London and is usually the first airport to check.
Birmingham Airport is also realistic, especially for Midlands or international routes. Use Birmingham International, then rail via Birmingham New Street to Oxford or Oxford Parkway.
It can be easier than Heathrow if you want to stay on the rail network from the airport.
Oxford Bus Company routes 14 and 14A are useful for the Marston and Northway side of Oxford, which is the area to check for Marsh Lane. They can help if you arrive at Oxford or Oxford Parkway and do not want the longer walk.
Check the latest Oxford Bus Company timetable before travelling.
Stagecoach S5 connects Oxford with Bicester and can be useful if you are approaching from Oxford Parkway or north Oxford. It is not a stadium shuttle, but it can help with the right side of the city.
For Marsh Lane, confirm the nearest stop before setting off.
001 Taxis are a major Oxford taxi operator and are useful for journeys from Oxford station, Oxford Parkway or city hotels to Marsh Lane.
Oxford traffic can be slow, so leave time even for short trips.
Royal Cars are another Oxford private-hire option for station, hotel and evening match journeys to Oxford City.
Pre-booking is sensible for Oxford Parkway and late returns.
Oxford City have parking around Court Place Farm and Marsh Lane, but capacity can be limited and should be checked before travelling. Follow club signs and stewards rather than parking on nearby residential streets.
Expect a small matchday charge if spaces are managed. Arrive early because Marsh Lane is not in the city centre and late arrivals can struggle.
Oxford Parkway can work as a park-and-transfer option if you want to avoid driving across Oxford. Park at the station/Park & Ride area, then use a bus or taxi towards Marsh Lane.
Check Park & Ride tariffs and return times before travelling. It is especially useful for supporters approaching from the north.
The Masons Arms is a useful pub option for Oxford / Marston, giving travelling supporters a named place to aim for rather than just drifting around the stadium streets. It works best if you arrive early enough to check matchday entry and move on to the ground without rushing.
As with all pubs at this level, access can change by fixture, police advice or crowd size, so it is worth checking the latest reviews or the pub's own channels before travelling.
The White Hart Wolvercote is a useful pub option for Oxford / Marston, giving travelling supporters a named place to aim for rather than just drifting around the stadium streets. It works best if you arrive early enough to check matchday entry and move on to the ground without rushing.
As with all pubs at this level, access can change by fixture, police advice or crowd size, so it is worth checking the latest reviews or the pub's own channels before travelling.
Jacobs & Field is a good food option around Oxford / Marston, useful for supporters who want something more reliable than a random takeaway close to kick-off. It is best suited to early arrivals or overnight trips where you have time to sit down properly.
Book ahead for evening or Saturday fixtures where the place is restaurant-style rather than a quick-service stop.
Mamma Mia Pizzeria is a good food option around Oxford / Marston, useful for supporters who want something more reliable than a random takeaway close to kick-off. It is best suited to early arrivals or overnight trips where you have time to sit down properly.
Book ahead for evening or Saturday fixtures where the place is restaurant-style rather than a quick-service stop.
Holiday Inn Oxford is a practical hotel option for an away trip to Oxford / Marston. It works well as a base if you are staying overnight and using a taxi, local bus or walk to reach the ground depending on distance.
Prices can move sharply around weekends and events, so compare rates before booking.
Oxford City is a good public-transport ground compared with many non-league venues. The Number 14 bus runs from Oxford station towards Marston, with Marston Horseman Close listed as the closest stop to the stadium, directly opposite the entrance to Court Place Farm.
Parking close to the stadium can be limited on busy matchdays, so supporters driving should arrive early and follow club instructions. Oxford's city traffic can also be slow, especially around hospital and ring-road routes, so allow more time than the mileage suggests.
For neutral supporters, the seated stand gives the most comfortable view, while standing areas around the pitch offer a more traditional non-league feel. Away fans should check whether segregation is in place, because this will decide whether you can move around the ground or must stay in a designated section.
Oxford City sell tickets online in advance, and recent away information has shown that advance online prices can be cheaper than paying at the turnstiles. Cash and card turnstile payment may be available for some fixtures, but this should always be checked match by match.
For segregated matches, away supporters should buy the correct away ticket and follow the stewarded route into the away section. Buying the wrong home ticket may cause problems if segregation is enforced.
For neutral supporters, seated tickets are the best choice for comfort, while standing tickets suit those happy with a more traditional view around the pitch. For bigger fixtures, online advance purchase is the safest option.
Oxford City operate standard football ground regulations. Supporters should use the correct entrance, follow steward instructions and remain in the correct home or away section where segregation is in place.
For fixtures where segregation is enforced, away supporters should not purchase home tickets or attempt to enter home areas. Ticketing and turnstile rules can change depending on the opposition and expected attendance.
Disabled parking spaces near Main Reception must be booked in advance on matchdays, so supporters should not assume these spaces are available without contacting the club.
Oxford City provide specific marked bays for disabled supporters close to Main Reception at the MGroup Stadium. On home matchdays, these spaces must be booked in advance by contacting the club.
The club has also stated that disabled supporters can claim a free carer ticket, but these tickets need to be manually released by the club. Supporters may need to provide proof of carer status when arranging this.
Because segregation can affect access routes and viewing areas, disabled away supporters should contact Oxford City before travelling to confirm parking, entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating and carer-ticket arrangements.
Regular public stadium tours are not normally advertised at the MGroup Stadium. Oxford City operate a working football and community sports venue rather than a stadium with a formal public tour product.
Supporters interested in a group visit, community access or special arrangement should contact Oxford City directly, but the normal way to experience the ground is on a matchday.
Oxford University Museum of Natural History is one of the better things to do around Oxford / Marston if you are making more of the away day than just the match. It is best for early arrivals, families, or supporters staying overnight.
Check opening times before travelling, especially outside the main tourist season or for evening fixtures.
Official club website. Use this for the latest club news, fixture information, tickets, supporter notices and matchday updates.