Plymouth Parkway are based at Bolitho Park and have become one of Devon’s stronger non-league clubs. Parkway rose from the South West Peninsula League into the Southern League, backed by growing crowds and a clear Plymouth football identity outside the EFL.
Bolitho Park is Plymouth Parkway's home in Manadon, Plymouth, and has developed into a substantial non-league stadium since opening in 2003. The ground has a capacity of around 3,500, with seating for roughly 250, and has hosted both Parkway and, for a period, Truro City while they ground-shared in Plymouth.
The stadium has a practical enclosed layout with a clubhouse, floodlights, seated accommodation and standing around the pitch. It is not a city-centre ground, but sits within the Manadon area and shares the wider access setting with nearby sports facilities. Bolitho Park has a proper Step 3 feel: compact, close to the pitch, busy around the clubhouse side and capable of holding a strong atmosphere when Parkway draw a good crowd.
Segregation is not normally expected for routine Southern League fixtures at Bolitho Park, so away supporters will usually enter through the standard spectator access and choose their own position around the ground. For larger fixtures, cup ties or local matches, segregation or specific away entry may be introduced and supporters should check match information before travelling.
When unsegregated, visiting fans can usually use the same clubhouse, food and toilet facilities as home supporters. A travelling group wanting atmosphere will normally gather behind a goal or along one side, depending on where the crowd settles. If segregation is announced, follow the entry and stewarding instructions issued by Plymouth Parkway and the visiting club.
Use the A38 westbound into Plymouth, then follow signs for the Manadon/Ernesettle side. Bolitho Park is on the northern side of the city, so avoid the waterfront if heading straight there.
Use the A38 eastbound from Cornwall or city routes northwards, then follow Manadon/Ernesettle signs. The A38 junctions are the easiest way in.
Use the A38 from Exeter/Torbay direction and stay on it until the Plymouth north-side junctions. City traffic can be heavy, so do not cut through the centre.
Use the Tamar Bridge/A38 from Cornwall, then follow Plymouth north-side signs. Bridge traffic can be the main delay.
Plymouth is the station to use for Plymouth Parkway. Great Western and CrossCountry services from London, Bristol, Exeter, Cornwall, Birmingham and the north make this the main railhead.
This entry is for rail planning only; the detailed walking route from the station is listed separately under the same station title.
Leave Plymouth station and head towards Bolitho Park. The route is a long uphill route to the north side of Plymouth; bus or taxi is strongly recommended.
Allow around 60 to 75 minutes on foot. Check the latest club or steward information for the correct entrance before travelling, especially for segregated fixtures or evening games.
Exeter Airport is a useful regional option for Devon and Somerset fixtures. Public transport is more limited than Bristol, so use a taxi or bus into Exeter for rail connections.
For Plymouth Parkway, this airport makes most sense because Exeter is the nearest practical airport to Plymouth. From the airport, aim for Exeter St David's, then Plymouth. Use bus/taxi from Exeter Airport to Exeter St David's, then rail to Plymouth. From Plymouth, take a taxi or bus to Bolitho Park.
Bristol Airport is the main airport for Bath, Gloucestershire, Somerset and the west. There is no rail station at the airport, so the Airport Flyer or a taxi to Bristol Temple Meads is usually the first move.
For Plymouth Parkway, this airport makes most sense because Bristol is a bigger airport with strong rail connections to Devon. From the airport, aim for Bristol Temple Meads, then Plymouth. Use the Airport Flyer to Bristol Temple Meads, then Great Western/CrossCountry services to Plymouth. It is longer but has more flight choice.
Plymouth Citybus 61 is one of the specific routes to check for Plymouth station, Manadon and Bolitho 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.
Plymouth Citybus 42 / 42C is one of the specific routes to check for Plymouth station, Manadon and Bolitho 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.
Need-A-Cab Plymouth is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Plymouth station, Manadon and Bolitho 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.
Tower Cabs Plymouth is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Plymouth station, Manadon and Bolitho 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.
Bolitho Park has matchday parking around the ground and is normally the most practical target because it sits on the north side of Plymouth. Follow club and steward directions.
Expect free or low-cost parking where available. Arrive early for larger fixtures because nearby estate roads can get busy.
George Park & Ride can be useful if you want to avoid driving deeper into Plymouth and are happy to connect by bus or taxi towards Bolitho Park. It is not a stadium car park, so check bus times carefully.
Expect normal Park & Ride arrangements. This is useful for Saturday fixtures where Plymouth traffic is heavy.
The Hyde Park is a named pub option for Plymouth, 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 Mannamead is a named pub option for Plymouth, 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.
The Greedy Goose is a named food option around Plymouth, 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.
Supha's Street Food Emporium is a named food option around Plymouth, 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.
Future Inn Plymouth is a practical overnight base for an away trip to Plymouth. 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.
Parking is the main issue to plan at Bolitho Park. Plymouth Parkway have warned that parking in the main car park is limited and that surrounding areas are home to local residents, so supporters are asked to consider alternative transport and park responsibly if they do drive. The club has specifically reminded visitors not to obstruct emergency services or local residents.
Plymouth Citybus routes serve the area, including services that stop close to Bolitho Park or at nearby Crownhill. If driving, arrive early and be prepared for a walk from approved or suitable parking areas. Inside the ground, covered seating and the best sheltered views are limited, so arrive early for comfort, especially in poor weather or for matches expected to draw a larger crowd.
Plymouth Parkway have an official online ticket centre for home match tickets and season tickets. Pay-on-the-gate has also been used for some fixtures, but supporters should check the club's match information because ticket arrangements can vary by competition, crowd size and opponent.
Away fans should check whether the fixture is segregated before travelling. For ordinary league matches, visiting supporters are likely to buy the same general admission as home supporters, while higher-profile games may involve specific allocation or entrance details. Neutral supporters wanting a seat should arrive early because seated accommodation is limited compared with the overall ground capacity.
Standard football ground rules apply at Bolitho Park. Supporters should not enter the pitch, use pyrotechnics, throw objects, bring glass into spectator areas or ignore steward instructions. If segregation is introduced for a particular fixture, supporters must use the correct entry point and remain in the allocated section.
Parking rules and consideration for local residents are especially important here. Supporters should not block driveways, local roads, emergency access or the approaches to the wider sports hub.
Bolitho Park has seated accommodation and a relatively open non-league layout, but disabled supporters should contact Plymouth Parkway before travelling if they need accessible parking, step-free access, toilet information or a suitable viewing position. Parking is limited, so advance planning is particularly important for anyone who needs to be close to the entrance.
Because arrangements may differ for larger or segregated fixtures, away supporters with mobility needs should confirm access and entry details with the club before matchday.
Regular public stadium tours are not advertised for Bolitho Park. It is a working non-league football ground rather than a stadium-tour attraction.
Supporters wanting to see Bolitho Park should attend a Plymouth Parkway fixture. Any special access outside matchdays would need to be arranged directly with the club.
The Box Plymouth is a worthwhile extra stop around Plymouth 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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