Chichester City are based at Oaklands Park and have built a strong modern profile in Sussex non-league football. The Lillywhites gained attention for their FA Cup run and promotion through the Isthmian system, with their 2026/27 move placing them in the Southern League Premier South.
Oaklands Park is Chichester City's home ground and sits in a very convenient location close to Chichester city centre. It is a compact, practical non-league ground with the matchday layout based around the clubhouse, seated/covered accommodation and hard-standing close to the pitch.
The ground has a neat community-club feel rather than a large stadium feel. Sightlines are generally good because supporters are close to the playing area, and the ground's location makes it one of the easier Southern League away days for supporters arriving by train or spending time in the city before the match. Oaklands Park is also helped by the nearby pay-and-display parking, although spaces can be busier when other city-centre activity is taking place.
Away arrangements at Oaklands Park will depend on the fixture. For many league matches at this level, full segregation may not be in place and visiting supporters should expect to enter through the normal spectator access and choose their place around the ground. For bigger matches, local fixtures or cup ties, Chichester City may put specific away-supporter arrangements in place.
When unsegregated, away supporters can usually make use of the same general viewing areas as home fans. If a designated away area is used, supporters should follow the matchday information rather than assuming a fixed away end, because allocations at grounds of this size can vary depending on the expected crowd.
Use the A27 south-coast road to Chichester, then follow city and Oaklands Park signs. The A27 around Chichester can queue badly, so allow time.
Come up from the Witterings/Selsey side using the A286/A27 links, then head into Chichester. Avoid the city centre if you are going straight to the ground.
Use the A27 westbound from Arundel/Worthing, then follow Chichester signs. The bypass and roundabouts are the key delay points.
Use the A27 eastbound from Havant/Portsmouth, then enter Chichester. Watch for racecourse and city-centre event traffic.
Chichester is the station to use for Chichester City. West Coastway services from Brighton, Worthing, Portsmouth, Southampton and London connections make this the station to use.
This entry is for rail planning only; the detailed walking route from the station is listed separately under the same station title.
Leave Chichester station and head towards Oaklands Park. The route is a walk north through the city towards Oaklands Park.
Allow around 15 to 20 minutes on foot. Check the latest club or steward information for the correct entrance before travelling, especially for segregated fixtures or evening games.
Southampton Airport works well for Hampshire, Portsmouth, Gosport and some Dorset fixtures because Southampton Airport Parkway station is next to the terminal.
For Chichester City, this airport makes most sense because Southampton is the best airport for Chichester by public transport. From the airport, aim for Chichester. Use Southampton Airport Parkway and West Coastway rail services via Fareham/Havant towards Chichester. This is the cleanest air-to-rail route.
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 Chichester City, this airport makes most sense because Gatwick gives wider flight choice and workable rail. From the airport, aim for Chichester via Brighton or Horsham. Use rail from Gatwick to Brighton/Three Bridges/Horsham, then south-coast services to Chichester. It is longer but offers more flights.
Stagecoach 700 is one of the specific routes to check for Chichester station, city centre and Oaklands Park. 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.
Stagecoach 60 is one of the specific routes to check for Chichester station, city centre and Oaklands Park. 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.
Starline Taxis Chichester is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Chichester station, city centre and Oaklands Park. 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.
Chichester Cars is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Chichester station, city centre and Oaklands Park. 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.
Northgate is a practical Chichester car park for Oaklands Park because it is on the north side of the city and avoids some of the tighter central streets. It leaves a manageable walk to the ground.
Expect normal Chichester District tariffs. It can be busy on shopping and tourist days, so arrive early.
The Festival Theatre/Oaklands Park area can be useful if spaces are available and no event restrictions apply. It puts you close to the ground, but check signs carefully.
Charges and availability can change with theatre events. Do not assume spaces are free for football unless signs allow it.
The Park Tavern is a named pub option for Chichester, 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 Hole in the Wall Chichester is a named pub option for Chichester, 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.
Purchases Restaurant is a named food option around Chichester, 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.
The Fat Fig is a named food option around Chichester, 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.
The Chichester Inn is a practical overnight base for an away trip to Chichester. 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.
Oaklands Park is a good ground for supporters who want an easy city-based away day. Chichester railway station is within walking distance, usually around 10 to 15 minutes, and there is a large pay-and-display car park next to the ground. That makes it practical for both train and car travellers, although arriving early is still sensible for better-attended fixtures.
The ground is compact, so if you want a seat or covered view, do not leave arrival until close to kick-off. The city-centre location also gives supporters more pre-match food and drink options than more isolated grounds, but always check club guidance for any match-specific restrictions or segregation arrangements.
Chichester City have used Fanbase for match ticket sales, and visiting club information has directed supporters to pre-purchase tickets online for Oaklands Park fixtures. Pay-on-the-gate may be available for some fixtures, but supporters should check the individual match information rather than assume it.
For normal league fixtures, away fans may simply buy general admission unless the match is segregated. Neutral supporters are best advised to buy in advance where possible and arrive early for the better viewing positions. If the match is expected to attract a larger crowd, check whether away supporters have a specific ticket category or entry point before travelling.
Standard stadium rules apply at Oaklands Park: no pyrotechnics, no pitch incursions, no throwing objects, no discriminatory behaviour and no alcohol taken into pitchside areas where prohibited. Supporters should follow stewarding and any segregation instructions issued for the specific match.
Because the ground sits close to public parking and city-centre routes, supporters should also respect local parking rules, avoid obstructing neighbouring access and use the pay-and-display areas properly.
Oaklands Park is a relatively straightforward ground to visit compared with many older non-league sites, with nearby parking and a city-centre location. However, disabled supporters should still contact Chichester City before travelling if they need accessible viewing, toilet information, seating or specific parking guidance.
The best entrance or viewing area may depend on crowd size and whether segregation is in operation, so advance contact is particularly useful for supporters with mobility needs.
Regular public stadium tours are not advertised for Oaklands Park. The ground is a working community football venue rather than a tour attraction.
Supporters interested in seeing Oaklands Park should attend a Chichester City match. Any access outside matchdays would need to be arranged directly with the club.
Chichester Cathedral is a worthwhile extra stop around Chichester 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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