Planning a visit to AFC Bournemouth’s Vitality Stadium? Here are the key things to know before matchday, based on current official guidance from AFC Bournemouth 2026.
13th August 2026
Planning a visit to AFC Bournemouth’s Vitality Stadium? Here are the key things to know before matchday, based on current official guidance from AFC Bournemouth.
Vitality Stadium is located at Dean Court, Kings Park, Bournemouth, BH7 7AF. The stadium sits within Kings Park, around 3.2 miles from Bournemouth town centre.
Pokesdown is the nearest railway station, approximately one mile from Vitality Stadium and around a 15 minute walk from the ground.
Many services instead arrive at Bournemouth station. AFC Bournemouth advises that the walk from Bournemouth station to the stadium takes around 25 minutes via Holdenhurst Road and Kings Park Drive.
Parking around the stadium is limited and arrangements can change on matchdays, particularly while redevelopment work is taking place.
AFC Bournemouth advises supporters to be aware of parking restrictions on residential roads surrounding the ground and warns that enforcement officers are active on matchdays. The club currently lists the Sovereign Shopping Centre in Boscombe as an alternative parking option.
AFC Bournemouth encourages supporters to arrive early to allow time for security checks and avoid queues.
Recent official matchday guidance has recommended entering the stadium at least 45 minutes before kick off, with supporters arriving within 20 minutes of kick off warned to expect queues. Exact arrangements can vary by fixture, so check the club's latest matchday information before travelling.
Yes. AFC Bournemouth provides food and drink options around the stadium on matchdays.
Recent club guidance has had the Park Plaza and Great Escape opening three hours before kick off, alongside other food, drink and pre match entertainment around the ground. Exact offerings and opening times can vary by fixture.
Disocver food and drink near the AFC Bournemouth's Vitality Stadium
AFC Bournemouth states that bags larger than A4 size are not permitted inside Vitality Stadium, except for qualifying exemptions such as those required on medical grounds.
Supporters entering the stadium are also subject to security screening.
The club states that flasks and drinks containers that aren't completely transparent are not permitted.
Current guidance says drinks purchased from facilities around the stadium's outer perimeter may be taken in where both the bottle and liquid are clear.
No. AFC Bournemouth's current matchday guidance states that umbrellas of any kind are not permitted inside Vitality Stadium.
Yes. AFC Bournemouth provides accessible facilities including step free routes, lowered ticket office counters, hearing loops and accessible stadium facilities.
The club also provides dedicated guidance for disabled supporters and recommends contacting its disability team for individual requirements before visiting.
Yes. AFC Bournemouth is undertaking a major phased redevelopment of Vitality Stadium.
The plans include a new South Stand, additional corner seating, a larger outer concourse and changes to parking, cycling and circulation around the stadium.
Want to know what's changing? Read our guide to AFC Bournemouth's Vitality Stadium transformation.
Because details such as opening times, parking, entry arrangements and entertainment can change between fixtures, supporters should always check AFC Bournemouth's official website before travelling.
Last updated: August 2026
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