Everton FC – Hill Dickinson Stadium

Complete Away Day Travel Guide

🔵 ABOUT THE HILL DICKINSON STADIUM

The Hill Dickinson Stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock opened in August 2025, marking a historic new chapter for one of English football’s founding clubs. Located on Liverpool’s stunning UNESCO World Heritage waterfront, this state-of-the-art 52,888-capacity stadium is genuinely breathtaking. Built on the site of a Victorian dock, the stadium incorporates the historic dock wall into its design, creating a unique connection between Liverpool’s maritime heritage and its footballing future.

The waterfront location means supporters approach the ground with spectacular views across the River Mersey – this is one of the most dramatic stadium settings in world football. The stadium design by Dan Meis and Pattern Design pays homage to both Goodison Park’s traditional atmosphere and Liverpool’s dockland heritage. After 133 years at Goodison Park, Everton’s move to the waterfront represents the club’s ambition to compete at the highest level whilst honouring their proud history.

Everton Football Club – The Toffees – are one of England’s founding clubs, established in 1878 and a founding member of the Football League in 1888. The club has won 9 league championships (most recently 1986-87), 5 FA Cups, and 1 European Cup Winners’ Cup (1985).

Everton have spent more seasons in England’s top division than any other club – a remarkable record of sustained excellence spanning generations. The royal blue shirts have been worn since 1901, whilst the nickname “The Toffees” comes from either Ye Anciente Everton Toffee House or Mother Noblett’s Toffee Shop, both located near old Goodison Park in the Victorian era.

The club’s motto “Nil Satis Nisi Optimum” (Nothing But The Best Is Good Enough) reflects the high standards and proud traditions that define Everton. The steep stands bring fans close to the pitch, recreating the intimidating atmosphere of the old Gwladys Street End, whilst modern facilities and technology create a world-class matchday experience. The south stand is a spectacular single-tier home end for 13,000 fans – one of the largest in the Premier League.

📊 STADIUM SPECIFICATIONS

🚗 GETTING TO THE HILL DICKINSON STADIUM

The Hill Dickinson Stadium is located on Liverpool’s waterfront at Bramley-Moore Dock, approximately 2 miles north of the city centre. The waterfront location offers stunning approaches to the ground with views across the River Mersey. The stadium is designed to be accessed primarily by public transport, with excellent connections from Liverpool city centre. Parking is extremely limited and the club prioritises sustainable transport.

🗺️ STADIUM LOCATION MAP

Hill Dickinson Stadium Stadium Address: Bramley-Moore Dock, Liverpool, L3 1BP

🚂 BY TRAIN – The Recommended Choice

Why Trains Work: Liverpool Lime Street has excellent connections from across the UK. From Lime Street, take a Merseyrail train to Sandhills (15-20 min walk to stadium), or catch buses towards the docks, or take a taxi (10 mins). The waterfront walk from city centre (30-35 mins) is also brilliant with stunning views. The new stadium has been designed as a public transport hub – this is absolutely the best way to travel.

🚂 Liverpool Lime Street Station: Main railway terminus in city centre

• Distance to Stadium: 2 miles north (10-15 min taxi / 15-20 min bus / 30-35 min waterfront walk)
• Direct Services From: London Euston (2hrs 10mins), Manchester (45mins), Birmingham (1hr 30mins), Leeds (1hr 45mins)
• Connect to Sandhills: Take Merseyrail Northern Line from Liverpool Central/Moorfields to Sandhills (15-20 min walk to stadium)
• Bus Options: 53, 54, and other routes from city centre towards Ten Streets/docks area (£2.50-£3.00 single, contactless)
• Taxi Cost: £8-£12 from Lime Street to stadium

💡 Top Tip: The waterfront walk from Albert Dock to the stadium (30 mins) is absolutely stunning – past the Three Graces, through regenerated Ten Streets area. Arrive early in city centre, explore, have drinks and lunch, then walk or take transport to the ground. Matchday shuttle buses may operate from Sandhills station.

🔗 Train Times & Tickets: nationalrail.co.uk | merseyrail.org

🔗 Everton FC Official Site: evertonfc.com

🚗 BY CAR – Not Recommended

⚠️ Parking Warning: Parking at the new stadium is extremely limited and primarily reserved for disabled supporters and season ticket holders who’ve pre-booked. The club has implemented a sustainable transport strategy prioritising public transport, walking, and cycling. Surrounding areas have residents-only parking restrictions on matchdays. Do NOT attempt to drive unless absolutely necessary.

If You Must Drive:

• Directions: Accessible via A565 and A5036 from M57/M58 motorways
• Stadium Parking: Very limited – pre-booking essential, priority for disabled badge holders only
• City Centre Car Parks: Liverpool ONE, Q-Park (£8-£15 for 4-6 hours) – then bus/train/taxi to ground
• Park & Ride: Check Liverpool City Council for any matchday park & ride schemes

🚨 Our Advice: Use public transport! Get the train to Liverpool Lime Street, then Merseyrail to Sandhills or buses towards the docks. The waterfront walk from city centre is brilliant. The new stadium has been specifically designed as a public transport hub – embrace it!

🍺 PUBS & DRINKS NEAR EVERTON STADIUM

⚠️ IMPORTANT ADVICE: The new stadium is in a regenerated area where the pub/restaurant scene is still developing. The safest approach for away fans is to drink in Liverpool city centre before the match (where there are hundreds of excellent options), then travel to the ground. Exercise discretion with away colours near any venue on matchdays – this is still Everton territory!

🍺 Near Stadium (Mixed/Neutral)

🍺 City Centre Pubs (Away Fan Friendly)

🍔 Food Options: Liverpool city centre offers outstanding food – Bold Street for independents, Liverpool ONE for chains, Baltic Triangle for street food. The regenerated waterfront near the stadium includes new restaurants and street food options in the Ten Streets development. Stadium concourses have modern facilities with extensive food and drink options.

🏨 WHERE TO STAY IN LIVERPOOL

Liverpool offers excellent accommodation across all price ranges. Stay in the city centre for best access to nightlife and attractions. The waterfront area is now even closer to the new Everton Stadium. Book well in advance for big fixtures, especially derby matches.

💷 Budget Options (£40-£70 per night)

💷💷 Mid-Range Options (£70-£120 per night)

💷💷💷 Luxury Options (£120+ per night)

🎭 THINGS TO DO IN LIVERPOOL

Liverpool is a genuinely world-class city with UNESCO World Heritage waterfront, brilliant museums, legendary music heritage, and vibrant nightlife. The opening of Everton’s new stadium on the waterfront adds another spectacular attraction to this remarkable city.

🌊 THE LIVERPOOL EXPERIENCE

⚽ THE MATCHDAY EXPERIENCE

💭 FINAL THOUGHTS

Visiting the Hill Dickinson Stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock is witnessing the dawn of a new era for one of English football’s most historic clubs. After 133 years at Goodison Park,

The Toffees have moved to the waterfront and created one of world football’s most spectacular stadium settings. The 52,888-capacity ground sits on Liverpool’s UNESCO World Heritage waterfront with stunning views across the River Mersey – the approach to the stadium along the regenerated docklands is absolutely breathtaking.

This is genuinely world-class architecture that honours both Everton’s proud traditions and Liverpool’s maritime heritage. The steep stands and massive 13,000-capacity South Stand recreate the intimidating intensity of the legendary Gwladys Street End whilst offering 21st-century facilities throughout.

Everton Football Club are one of England’s founding members with 9 league championships, 5 FA Cups, and a European trophy. “The People’s Club” and “The School of Science” reflect the working-class roots and tradition of attractive football that define Everton.

The royal blue shirts have been worn since 1901, and the passionate Evertonian support creates one of football’s great atmospheres. The club’s motto “Nil Satis Nisi Optimum” (Nothing But The Best Is Good Enough) perfectly captures Everton’s ambition – and this new stadium delivers on that promise. You’re witnessing history as one of England’s oldest clubs begins a new chapter in one of the world’s most beautiful football stadiums.

The logistics are excellent – Liverpool Lime Street has direct trains from across the UK (London 2hrs 10mins). From Lime Street, take Merseyrail to Sandhills (15-20 min walk to stadium), catch buses towards the docks, or taxi (10 mins, £8-£12). The waterfront walk from Albert Dock to the stadium (30 minutes) is a journey through Liverpool’s transformation – from Victorian docks to the Three Graces to the regenerated Ten Streets district. Our advice?

Arrive early in city centre, explore the brilliant attractions (Albert Dock, Beatles heritage, both cathedrals), have drinks and lunch, then walk or take transport to the ground. The Titanic Hotel in Stanley Dock (10 minutes from stadium) is spectacular and perfect for pre-match atmosphere.

Use public transport, walk the stunning waterfront route, explore this brilliant city, and prepare to witness one of modern football’s most exciting new stadiums – Nil Satis Nisi Optimum!

🔵 Welcome to Everton Stadium – The People’s Club on the Waterfront! 💙

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