Supporter Match Pack | Play-Off Final

Match pack

Bolton Wanderers will descend upon Wembley this weekend, with a huge travelling support backing the lads every step of the way. 

It is set to be a day filled with anticipation and excitement, and we want supporters to enjoy the day to the full.

To do this, please read through the information below to help plan your day and be aware of what to expect both en-route and in and around Wembley as Wanderers take on Oxford United in the Play-Off Final...

Tickets

Over 30,000 Wanderers' fans will be making the trip this weekend. 

Anyone without a ticket should not travel to the game. 

All tickets are strictly non-transferable and are not available to distribute to other supporters. 

Fans with tickets are advised to check they are seated in the appropriate area of the stadium. Any supporter who is identified in opposition areas will be ejected from the stadium for breaching the FA’s ground regulations and be subject to each club’s own sanctions process.

Travel Advice

A huge number of official coaches will depart the Toughsheet Community Stadium on Saturday morning. For full information on Official Coach Information, please click here.

By Rail

Fans heading down to London by train have the choice of two routes, with direct trains from both Manchester Piccadilly and Wigan North Western / Warrington Bank Quay to Euston station. 

London Euston is approximately 45 minutes from Wembley, the stadium best reached on the London Underground from Euston Square (Metropolitan Line). 

Those still to buy their tickets are encouraged to check before they travel, and where possible take advantage of the greater number of services on the Manchester route. 

For more details visit – www.avantiwestcoast.co.uk 

Post Match

With the prospect of extra time and penalties, fans should make their way back to London Euston as soon as possible. Any fans able to do so, may wish to consider extending their stay, and return on Sunday morning when trains are less busy.

The last train back to Manchester leaves London Euston at 21:01. The last service for Warrington and Wigan is due to depart at 20:31.

Supporters are encouraged to plan their journeys in advance to avoid disappointment or delay to their travel. 

All those travelling by rail should plan to arrive at Wembley stations no later than one hour prior to kick-off, to allow sufficient time to walk to and enter the stadium. 

Post-match, fans are asked to leave the ground promptly and avoid opting for the last train of the day. Please allow for longer journey times from Wembley Stadium to London Euston station due to crowd safety controls for safe station access. 

London Underground

Wembley Stadium benefits from easy access to three rail / London Underground stations. These are:

  • Wembley Stadium station
  • Wembley Central station
  • Wembley Park station

By Car

Event day parking at Wembley Stadium is limited and must be booked in advance via the Wembley Official Parking website. Please book early to avoid disappointment. Any vehicles which do not pre-book will not be granted access to the stadium car parks. 

Blue badge parking is available for ticketholders with accessibility needs and this can also be booked directly through the Wembley Official Parking website. For any further accessibility requirements, please review Wembley Stadium’s Access Information page, or visit the Guest support portal

Bars

With the club situated in the East End of Wembley Stadium, Wanderers have been asked to utilise the following venues pre-game:

The Blue Check: 12 -13 Empire Way, Wembley, HA9 0RQ (020 8902 8147)

Wembley Tavern: 121 Wembley Park Dr, Wembley Park, HA9 8HG (07956 849648) 020 8903 2955

Stadium Sports Bar: 125 Wembley Park Dr, Wembley Park, HA9 8HQ (07503 000 096)

The Torch: 1-5 Bridge Rd, Wembley Park, HA9 9AB  (02089045794)

Crock of Gold: 23 Bridge Road, Wembley, HA9 9AB (020 8908 6933)

For full information, please click here...

Fan Zone

Both teams have dedicated Fan Zones where supporters have the chance to join fellow fans to enjoy a drink, including alcohol, food and a DJ. They are an ideal place to soak up the pre-match party atmosphere.

Wanderers’ fans have also been allocated the East Village Fan Zone on the outer concourse of the stadium.

Entry to the East Village Fan Zone will require any match ticket in the Wanderers’ side of the stadium, with the Fan Zone open from 11am. 

Food/Drink

Wembley Stadium offers an extensive range of food and drink options inside the stadium – more information is available here.

New for 2024 - On level one the stadium has introduced a new frictionless Tap Bar, allowing guests to access refreshments quicker and more conveniently.

The bar deploys the latest technology to enable customers to simply tap their card on entry, pick up what they need and then walk out – without the need to queue or pay at a dedicated paypoint. 

No-street-drinking zone

Brent Council have enforced a no-street-drinking zone on Olympic Way and the surrounding area for ALL events at Wembley Stadium. 

This is part of the current Public Space Order Protection in place around the stadium on event days. More information on the order can be found here.

Fans drinking on Olympic Way and the surrounding streets will be asked to hand over their alcohol and enforcement action may be considered.

Wanderers' supporters wanting alcohol before the game should head for the pubs the club have been asked to utilise, or make their way to the East Fan Zone Village.

Stadium access

Hospitality doors will open at 13:15 on Saturday, with general admission to the stadium will be an hour later from 14.15. 

Make sure you arrive at the stadium in good time to assist with security protocols.

Please refer to your ticket for your turnstile colour zone. The quickest route to your turnstile entry point is by following the signage for the colour zone. Please ensure you enter via the correct turnstile.

Restricted bag policy

Wembley Stadium operates a restricted bag policy. Each person can only bring one small bag into the stadium, and it must not be bigger than A4 size:

Height – 297mm (11.7 inches) - Width – 210mm (8.27 inches) - Depth – 210mm (8.27 inches)

Please note, this means the overall bag size – bags that are half-full and folded over to reduce their size will not be accepted. Anyone carrying bags that do not meet the criteria above will not be allowed into the stadium. A full list of prohibited items can be found here.

Disabled supporters

Wembley Stadium is a welcoming and inclusive venue for all guests with access requirements. There are 310 places for wheelchair users, each with a personal assistant/companion seat. The stadium also provides a range of services for guests with specialist access requirements including a shuttle service from Wembley Park Station. More information can be found here.

Persistent standing

Persistent standing during a match at Wembley Stadium is strictly forbidden (unless with a ticket for the safe standing area) and may result in ejection from the ground. Persistent standing not only compromises crowd safety, but also affects the matchday experience of fellow spectators, especially children and elderly people.

Pyrotechnics

The use of pyrotechnics, flares and smoke devices inside or outside Wembley Stadium is illegal and prohibited. Anyone caught carrying or using pyrotechnical equipment inside the stadium will be immediately ejected from the stadium, banned from future events and dealt with by police. Those caught using pyrotechnic equipment anywhere outside of the stadium will be in breach of the PSPO order and face enforcement action. More information here.

Anti-social and discriminatory behaviour

Wembley Stadium operates a zero-tolerance policy on any form of anti-social and discriminatory behaviour. If you witness any anti-social or discriminatory behaviour on the day, text HELP to 66566 or contact your nearest steward.

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