VISITING ANFIELD GUIDE
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VISITING ANFIELD GUIDE
VISITING ANFIELD GUIDE Welcome to the world’s greatest football family GETTING TO THE GROUND: For up to date travel information on the day of the game, follow the Matchday Merseyside Police twitter account @MerPolLFC TRAIN: Lime Street Railway Station is two miles from Anfield. You can take a taxi from Lime Street (fares usually cost between £7- £9) or buses go from nearby Queen Square Bus Station. On matchdays you can use the Merseyrail network to link with the Soccerbus service from Sandhills Station. BUS: From Liverpool City Centre, take the 26 or 27 from Paradise Street Interchange, 17 from Queen Square Bus Station or the 917 from St Johns Lane, directly to the ground. Once the match is finished the 917 bus picks up near the junction of Walton Breck Road and Sleepers Hill returning to the City Centre. LIVERPOOL FC FACTS: Ground: Anfield Capacity: 45,362 (all seated) Address: Anfield Road, Liverpool, L4 0TH Customer Service Telephone No: 0151 264 2500 24 Hour Ticket Information Line: 0843 170 5555 Pitch Size: 110 x 75 yards Year Ground Opened: 1884 Shirt Sponsors: Standard Chartered Kit Manufacturer: New Balance Home Kit Colours: Red With White Trim Official Website: www.liverpoolfc.com The 68/168, which operates between Bootle and Aigburth, and the 14 and 19 (from Queen Square) stop a short walk away from the ground. Merseytravel Journey Planner Anfield is easily accessible via public transport routes. Use the handy online Journey Planner to establish the best route. The Soccer Bus runs from Sandhills Station, on the Merseyrail Northern Line, to Anfield for all Liverpool home Barclays Premier League and cup matches. The Soccerbus runs two hours before each match (last bus from Sandhills Station is approximately 15 minutes before kick-off) and for 50 minutes after the final whistle (subject to availability). For more information go to: www.liverpoolfc.com/travel/getting-to-anfield CAR: Anfield is accessible from all major routes. For more information go to www.liverpoolfc.com/travel We have a limited number of spaces within only 9 minutes of the ground. St Domingo Car Park (see location overleaf) is available on matchdays and can be accessed up to three hours before each game. To purchase a St Domingo car park pass please call 0843 170 5555 or go to www.liverpoolfc.com/tickets/latest-ticket-news Car park passes are available to purchase on the day, from the car park gate. Passes are £8 and there are a limited number available on a first come first served basis. The Centenary Stand Car Park has a limited number of spaces available on non-matchdays. CYCLE: FAN SUPPORT: On a matchday in the ground if you have any questions or need any assistance please ask our friendly and welcoming fan support staff. These staff are positioned in a number of areas around the ground next to an information flag. LFC stewards are also positioned around the ground and are recognisable by their high visibility jackets. TICKET OFFICE - WINDOWS: The Ticket Office is open Monday – Saturday, for opening times please visit www.liverpoolfc.com/contactus Home Match Days: Please note that on home match days the Ticket Office opening times may vary depending on the kick off time. Visiting Supporters: If you have any questions regarding your tickets, staff from your club should be available via telephone to answer any queries you may have. If you do not have the details, please ask at the Ticket Office and they may be able to help you. Disabled Supporters: Windows: Please note there is a low counter at the Ticket Office window which is fitted with a hearing loop. Food Kiosks: We have low counters available in kiosks across the ground which offer menus in alternative formats. If you are cycling to the game, the LFC Cycle Hub is a FREE and secure service to store your bike, brought to you by Liverpool Football Club and Cycling Projects. Toilets: Accessible toilets are located throughout the ground and are available in the family park. The LFC Cycle Hub is situated in Stanley Park Car Park, a few minutes’ walk from the Anfield Road end of the ground. Simply ride to the Cycle Hub, where staff will register and secure your bike. You will be given a receipt which must be presented on collection. Cycle Hub can provide locks but you can use your own if you wish. Hearing Loops: Hearing loops are fitted at the ticket office, the retail store and at selected low counter catering kiosks across the ground. Audio Headsets: TAXI: Taxis from the city centre to Anfield usually cost between £7-£9. Post-match taxis can be difficult to locate and we would therefore suggest fans consider alternative travel arrangements. Visually impaired supporters are able to order a headset in advance of the game from the disability supporters team. Should you require a headset on the day, please see your nearest steward. For further assistance on the day, download our Accessibility Guide here, or speak to a member of staff on +44 151 264 2500. THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND THE GROUND: STADIUM TOUR: Tours of our historic Stadium are available throughout the year, both on a matchday and on a non-matchday. For more information visit www.liverpoolfc.com/tours BOOT ROOM SPORTS CAFE: The Boot Room Sports Cafe at Anfield is open 7 days a week, offering freshly prepared food including favourites such as steaks, grills, pizzas, burgers, salads and pasta dishes all served in a unique and family friendly environment. To book a table visit liverpoolfc.com/bootroom The Boot Room is available for matchday hospitality, for more information visit www.liverpoolfc.com/hospitality FAMILY PARK AND FOOD VILLAGE: Based on Anfield Road, the Family Park and Food Village welcomes both home and visiting families. The Park is a great place to visit -activities include live music, penalty shoot outs and our very own Club mascot 'Mighty Red' will be on hand to meet and greet our younger fans. Within the Park we have catering bars which offer a variety of hot and cold food and drink. FOOD & DRINK: KIOSKS: Halal Food: Halal food is offered in the Family Park L4 kiosk. It is also offered in all hospitality areas. Anfield offers an array of meal deals, burgers, hot dogs and pies in Kiosks throughout the ground. Why not treat yourself at one of our ‘Boot Room Sports Cafe’ Kiosks which specialise in gourmet match day meals? You can visit the Gourmet Kiosk before entering the ground located Kop side in-between the Tour Centre and Ticket Office. RETAIL STORE: LOCAL PUBS: Bring home a souvenir of your trip to Anfield. The store is located on Walton Breck Road. There are many local pubs around the area. The Arkles Pub (located just next to Anfield Road) and the Sandon (located on Walton Breck Road) welcomes home and away supporters. THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND LIVERPOOL: CULTURE: There are plenty of museums, historic buildings, galleries, theatres and live music venues to keep you entertained whilst in Liverpool. STADIUM SERVICES: SHOPPING: TOILETS: Liverpool boasts world-class shopping, with visitors spoilt for choice with Liverpool One, the MetQuarter and Cavern Walks. These offer over 160 stores, which include high-street stores, designer fashions, independent retailers as well as sports, entertainment, electronics, books, restaurants and cafes. DINING: Dining out in Liverpool is always a pleasure, with every taste catered for in the wide-range of restaurants all conveniently located within the City Centre and surrounding areas. BARCLAYS PREMIER LEAGUE AWAY DAYS APP: To see exclusive special offers available to travelling fans, download the Premier League Away Days App now from: www.premierleague.com/en-gb/fans/away-days Toilets are located throughout the stadium on a matchday. Outside toilets are located at the Main Stand and Family Park, baby changing facilities are also available at the Family Park. On a non-matchday toilets are available in the Centenary Stand and near the Boot Room Sports Cafe and The Liverpool FC Story entrances. CASH POINT: A cash point is located outside The Kop entrance to the Stadium. WIFI: FREE WiFi is available in the Centenary Stand. Connect to ‘LFC fan WiFi’. STAYING IN THE ANFIELD /LIVERPOOL AREA: Whether you want a posh bed for the night, a country house hotel or a groovy themed room, Liverpool has it all. The City Region has an impressively broad range of accommodation, from award-winning guest houses to upmarket boutique hotels. 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