Billericay Town are based at New Lodge and are one of Essex non-league football’s best-known clubs. The Blues have a long Isthmian League history, FA Vase success and periods of high-profile investment and ambition. Their return to Step 2 places them back among the leading clubs in the south.
New Lodge is Billericay Town's home on Blunts Wall Road and is one of the more recognisable non-league grounds in Essex. It has been upgraded over time and now has a smart, compact feel, with supporters close to the pitch and a good mix of seating, covered areas and terracing.
The main stand provides the principal seated accommodation and the best protected view. Behind the goals and along the sides there are traditional standing areas, giving the ground a more familiar non-league feel than a modern stadium bowl.
New Lodge can feel lively when Billericay are well backed, especially for local games or important fixtures. Neutral supporters who want comfort should look towards the main stand, while those wanting atmosphere may prefer the terraces near the home support and clubhouse side.
Away segregation at New Lodge depends on the fixture. Many matches at this level may be unsegregated, allowing away supporters to enter normally and move around the ground. For larger matches or games where the club expects a bigger away following, Billericay can operate segregation and may issue away-specific ticketing or entry instructions.
When segregation is in place, away supporters should follow the visiting club's guidance and any signage at New Lodge. The away area can vary by fixture, but the compact layout means away fans are usually placed in a defined terrace or end section rather than a large, separate stand.
If the match is unsegregated, away fans can usually use the same facilities as home supporters. If it is segregated, do not assume you will be able to access the clubhouse, change ends at half-time or use every part of the ground.
Use the M25 Junction 29 then A127/A176, then follow signs for Billericay. New Lodge is on local suburban roads.
Use the A12/M25 north then A127, then head for Billericay. check Essex traffic before travelling.
Use the A127 west from Southend/Basildon, then leave for Billericay. the A127 can queue on Saturdays.
Use the A12/A127 east from London, then follow Billericay signs. parking near the ground should be planned.
Billericay is the best rail option for Billericay Town. It is on the Greater Anglia route between London Liverpool Street and Southend Victoria.
The ground is within walking distance.
Leave Billericay station and follow the main pedestrian route towards New Lodge. Head towards the town centre and Blunts Wall Road/New Lodge side. The ground is tucked away in suburban streets.
Allow around 15 to 20 minutes on foot. Check the exact ground entrance before travelling, especially where segregation or matchday access changes.
Stansted is the best airport for Billericay Town. Travel by rail or coach towards London Liverpool Street or Shenfield, then connect onto the Greater Anglia line for Billericay.
It is a sensible Essex airport route, and New Lodge is then the local final walk.
London City can also be useful, especially for short European routes. Use DLR/Underground connections towards Stratford or Liverpool Street, then rail to Billericay.
It keeps you on the east side of London and avoids the Heathrow cross-city slog.
First Essex route 100 is useful on the Chelmsford, Billericay and Basildon corridor, making it a good option if you are approaching from another Essex town rather than by rail.
For New Lodge, use the bus to get into Billericay, then finish on foot or by short taxi.
First Essex route 9 is useful around Billericay and nearby areas, depending on current routing. It can help supporters staying away from the station side of town.
Check live First Essex times before travelling, especially for midweek matches.
Billericay Cars are a local private-hire option for short trips from Billericay station, hotels or surrounding villages to New Lodge.
The ground is walkable from the station, but a taxi helps with bags or poor weather.
Mayflower Taxis cover Billericay and nearby Essex towns, useful for local station pickups and late returns.
Pre-booking is recommended if travelling after an evening fixture.
Billericay station parking is practical for New Lodge, leaving a manageable walk through town. It is a clear signed option and avoids the tighter residential streets near the ground.
Expect normal station parking charges. Check the tariff and access for evening fixtures.
Lake Meadows parking can be useful if you arrive early and want to avoid the immediate ground-side streets. It leaves a walk to New Lodge and can work well for daytime fixtures.
Check local signs and any park closing rules before leaving the car. It is not a stadium car park, so do not assume matchday arrangements.
The Railway is a useful pub option for Billericay, 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.
Chequers is a useful pub option for Billericay, 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.
Felix Seafood Grill is a good food option around Billericay, 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.
Giggling Squid Billericay is a good food option around Billericay, 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.
The Harvard Inn is a practical hotel option for an away trip to Billericay. 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.
New Lodge sits in a residential-edge location, so arriving early is sensible, particularly for evening matches or fixtures expected to draw a bigger crowd. Parking close to the ground can be limited, and supporters should check club advice before travelling rather than relying on turning up late and finding a space nearby.
The ground is compact and easy to navigate once inside. The best covered and seated positions can fill quickly, so arrive in good time if shelter matters to you. Billericay have used mostly cashless arrangements at New Lodge, so supporters should take a card even if one cash turnstile is available for a particular match.
For neutral supporters, this is a good traditional non-league visit with a close view of the pitch. For away fans, the most important thing is to check whether the match is segregated, because ticketing, entry and access to facilities can change.
Billericay Town generally encourage supporters to buy tickets online in advance. Recent away supporter guidance has described New Lodge as mostly cashless, while noting that one turnstile may accept cash on the day for certain fixtures.
Pay on the gate may still be available for some matches, but supporters should check the official ticket information before travelling. Larger fixtures, play-off matches or games with segregation may have stricter ticket arrangements.
For neutral supporters, the main stand is the best choice for seating and cover. Terracing gives the more traditional experience. Away supporters should use any away-specific ticket link if one is issued and should avoid buying a home/general ticket for a segregated fixture unless the club clearly says the match is unsegregated.
New Lodge operates normal football ground rules, including ticket checks, steward instructions, restrictions on alcohol, bans on pyrotechnics and no pitch encroachment. Supporters should also expect cashless or mostly cashless payment rules to apply at some fixtures.
If segregation is in operation, supporters must use the correct entrance and remain in their allocated section. Access to bars, food outlets, toilets or the club shop may be different for home and away supporters depending on the fixture.
As with most non-league grounds, the atmosphere can be relaxed for routine matches but rules may be applied more strictly for local derbies, large away followings or higher-profile cup games.
New Lodge has wheelchair access and a disabled section in the main stand for wheelchair users. This is likely to be the most suitable area for supporters who need step-free access, shelter or a seated position.
Because the ground is compact and segregation can change the layout for certain fixtures, disabled supporters should contact Billericay Town before travelling if they require a wheelchair space, carer ticket, parking help or specific access advice.
Away disabled supporters should check arrangements in advance rather than assuming the away terrace will be suitable, especially if the match is segregated.
Billericay Town do not appear to offer regular public stadium tours of New Lodge. The ground is primarily used as a football and club facility rather than as a visitor attraction.
Supporters interested in group visits or non-matchday access should contact the club directly. For most fans, attending a match is the practical way to see New Lodge.
Lake Meadows is one of the better things to do around Billericay 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.