
Woking are based at Kingfield Stadium and are one of the best-known clubs in modern non-league football. The Cards became famous for FA Trophy success and strong National League campaigns, with a loyal Surrey fanbase and a traditional ground close to Woking town centre.
The Laithwaite Community Stadium, still widely known as Kingfield, is a traditional compact ground in Woking with a mixture of older non-league character and more developed modern stands. It sits around a mile from Woking railway station and is close to Woking Park, giving it a more town-based feel than many edge-of-town grounds.
The most recognisable part of the stadium is the large Leslie Gosden Stand, which dominates one side and provides the main seated accommodation. Other areas include terraces and lower stands around the ground, with the Chris Lane Terrace on the east side having been used for travelling supporters. The ground is close to the pitch and can generate good noise when the crowd is strong.
For neutrals, the main seated stand gives the best view and comfort. The terraces offer the traditional Woking experience, but standing and seated pricing are separate, so supporters should choose carefully. Away arrangements have developed in recent seasons, including the use of the Chris Lane Terrace and a dedicated away fan zone for some fixtures.
A fierce non-league rivalry between Aldershot and Woking, fuelled by close travel, big away followings and repeated National League meetings.
Away supporters at Woking are commonly allocated the Chris Lane Terrace on the east side of the ground, with the club advising travelling supporters to select Chris Lane Terrace East for relevant fixtures. Woking have also introduced an away fan zone adjacent to this terrace, offering food, soft drinks and alcoholic drinks before the match and at half time for selected fixtures.
Because Woking can vary arrangements depending on the opposition and expected following, away fans should check the fixture-specific information before travelling. The away section is usually a terrace rather than a large seated stand, so supporters who require seating or accessible arrangements should contact the club early.
The away experience is a traditional close-to-the-pitch terrace rather than a modern concourse-style away end. It can be a good place to watch from in terms of atmosphere, but facilities and access depend on the matchday plan and whether the away fan zone is operating.
Use the M25 and A3 or M3 depending on your route, then follow signs into Woking. Kingfield is south of the town centre.
Use the A3 northbound or A322/A320, then approach Woking on main roads. parking around the ground is limited.
Use the M25/A3 corridor, then follow the A320 into Woking. residential roads around Kingfield can be restricted.
Use the M3/A331/A320 from Hampshire and Berkshire, then head into Woking. town-centre parking and walking may be easiest.
Woking station is the best station for Kingfield Stadium. It has frequent South Western Railway services from London Waterloo, Portsmouth, Southampton, Basingstoke and Guildford, making it a strong rail option from both north via London and the south coast.
The ground is south of the town centre, so the station is the right place to arrive before walking or taking a short taxi.
Leave Woking station on the town-centre side and head south towards the Kingfield area. The route takes you away from the main shopping area and towards the residential roads near the stadium.
The walk is around 20 to 30 minutes. It is manageable, but if you are short on time or the weather is poor, a taxi from the station is a sensible alternative.
Heathrow is usually the best airport for Woking. Coach and rail connections towards Woking are practical, and a taxi is also realistic for groups.
Once at Woking station, Kingfield Stadium is a walk or short taxi south of the town centre. This is the airport to check first.
Gatwick is also viable for Woking, particularly if it has better flight options. Travel by rail via Guildford, Clapham Junction or other south-east connections towards Woking.
It is a little less direct than Heathrow but still a sensible south-east airport choice.
Falcon Buses route 436 is a useful Woking local service to check for the Kingfield side of town. Woking station is the main arrival point, but local buses can help if you do not want the walk south.
Check the current timetable and nearest stop to Kingfield before travelling.
White Bus route 91 is useful around Woking and surrounding villages, depending on where you are staying. It is a local connector rather than a direct away-fan service.
For most rail arrivals, walking or a short taxi from Woking station will be simpler.
Woking Taxis are a local option for the short run from Woking station or hotels to Kingfield Stadium. A taxi is helpful in poor weather or if you are short on time.
After the match, heading back towards the town centre before booking can make collection easier.
Pro Cars cover Woking and nearby Surrey towns, useful for journeys from hotels, business parks or surrounding villages to the ground.
Pre-book for evening games or airport transfers.
Heathside Crescent car park is a useful Woking town-centre option for Kingfield Stadium. It puts you south of the centre and leaves a manageable walk towards the ground.
Use normal Woking Borough tariffs and check evening rules. It is usually better than trying to park in the residential streets immediately by Kingfield.
Woking station parking is useful if you want a clear signed car park and are happy with the longer walk or short taxi to Kingfield. It is also useful if you are meeting people arriving by train.
Expect station parking charges, which may be higher than council options. Check evening access before leaving the car.
A central Woking Wetherspoons, useful for rail arrivals before heading south towards Kingfield.
A large town-centre pub, useful as a predictable meeting point before walking or taking a taxi to Kingfield.
A well-regarded Woking restaurant, useful for a proper meal before the match.
A popular Woking restaurant option, good for early arrivals looking for something more interesting than fast food.
A central hotel close to Woking station, with Kingfield reachable by walk or short taxi.
Woking is one of the better National League trips by rail. Woking station is around a 20-minute walk from the ground and has strong links to London Waterloo. The walk is straightforward enough, but supporters should allow extra time on busy matchdays.
There is no supporter parking at the stadium itself. Woking advise disabled supporters and general visitors that parking is not available at the ground, with nearby public car parks such as Woking Park car park and Heathside Crescent often used instead. Drivers should check current charges and restrictions before travelling.
For neutrals, the Leslie Gosden Stand is the best choice for a clear seated view. Away supporters should check whether they are in the Chris Lane Terrace and whether the away fan zone is open. Because the stadium is compact, arriving early helps with queues, terrace positioning and food or drink before kick-off.
Woking tickets are normally sold online, with individual match tickets issued as e-tickets from the club’s ticketing system. These can be scanned from a smartphone or printed at home. Season ticket holders use their season ticket card for National League fixtures.
Ticket prices are separated between standing and seated accommodation, so supporters should make sure they select the correct area. Away supporters should buy the designated away ticket, such as the Chris Lane Terrace East allocation when advertised.
For home or neutral supporters, seating in the main stand gives the best overall view and comfort. Standing areas are better for supporters wanting the traditional terrace feel. Away supporters who need seating or accessibility support should not rely on the standard away terrace and should contact the club before buying.
The Laithwaite Community Stadium operates formal ground rules and regulations. Woking state that they expect high standards of behaviour from home and away supporters and will not tolerate conduct that compromises the reputation of the club.
Supporters should expect ticket checks, stewarding and possible searches. Flares, smoke devices, fireworks, alcohol brought into the ground, glass bottles, weapons and other dangerous items are not permitted. Supporters should not enter the pitch, throw objects, block gangways or use discriminatory, threatening or abusive behaviour.
Large flags, banners, drums or musical instruments should be checked with Woking before travelling. Away supporters should remain in the designated away section and follow steward instructions around segregation and access to the away fan zone.
Woking provide specific disabled supporter information. Wheelchair spaces are limited to 15 in total, while easy-access seating is limited to 28 seats in the home sections, subject to availability. These tickets should be booked as early as possible through the ticketing office.
There is no parking available at the stadium itself, so disabled supporters should plan drop-off and parking arrangements in advance. Woking Park car park is close to the stadium, while Heathside Crescent is also used as a designated car park option.
Away disabled supporters should contact Woking before travelling because the ordinary away allocation may be terrace-based and may not be suitable for every supporter. The club can advise on the best available viewing position, companion ticket arrangements and entry route.
There does not appear to be a regular public stadium tour programme at the Laithwaite Community Stadium. Woking publish matchday, ticketing, accessibility and ground regulation information, but routine bookable tours are not clearly advertised.
Supporters interested in private access, a group visit or a community arrangement should contact Woking directly. For most visitors, the practical way to experience Kingfield is by attending a match rather than booking a formal stadium tour.
A gallery and museum in central Woking, useful for early arrivals before heading to Kingfield.
Official club website. Use this for the latest club news, fixture information, tickets, supporter notices and matchday updates.