Parking for Sheffield Wednesday
games and concerts at Hillsborough Stadium
Find the best places to park at Hillsbourough for matches and concerts
Since 2023, BigParking has provided parking for fans visiting Hillsborough on Matchdays, also using the land for parking for Concerts and Events.
Whilst there is onsite parking at Hillsborough, this is limited and available by permit only.
BigParking's safe and secure offsite parking locations can be pre-booked online or over the phone from £10 at www.thebigparking.co.uk or by calling 024 7538 6631
Hillsborough Stadium, located in Sheffield, England, has been
the home of Sheffield Wednesday since its opening in 1899.
The ground has
undergone significant redevelopment, featuring new stands on each side and
a reconstructed South Stand for UEFA Euro 1996.
It boasts two large
two-tiered stands and two large single-tiered stands, all of which are covered.
All of the stands have a similar capacity, with the South Stand being the
largest and the West Stand, typically housing away supporters, being the
smallest.
Sheffield City Council has approved the club's plans to renovate the stadium
and increase its capacity to 44,825, with the goal of hosting World Cup
matches.
In 2015, the playing surface was upgraded to the Desso
GrassMaster system, which included a complete overhaul of the under-soil
heating and drainage systems.
Additionally, the scoreboard was replaced with
a modern 'big screen' before the 2015–16 season. The stadium has previously
hosted World Cup and European Championship football in 1966 and 1996,
respectively.
The stadium's capacity has been temporarily reduced to 34,835 for safety
reasons, but efforts are ongoing to restore it to its maximum capacity.
Parking for Concerts and Festivals in Hillsborough Park
Music fans looking for Parking options for Tramlines Festival and Concerts being held in Hillsborough Park in 2025 can book secure parking at selection of local primary schools.
As well as being patrolled and manned for guest security, the Schools will directly benefit from the parking revenue.
Prebooking is essential. Parking can be pre-booked here
- Two Million cars parked
- Over One Hundred Communities supported
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Attending a match or concert at Hillsborough?
Here's all the Travel and Safety information you need to know!
Driving to Hillsborough
Exit the M1 at Junction 36 and follow the A61 into Sheffield.Continue on the
A61 for about eight miles, and you will see Hillsborough Stadium on your right.
While this may not be the shortest route to the stadium, it is the easiest and
avoids Sheffield City Centre.
Park at Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus
Popular with Home and Away fans for its accessibility and location, matchday parking for Sheffield Wednesday matches is available to prebook at the Sheffield College - Hillsborough Campus. Parking revenue is shared with the communityThe parking is located a Short walk from Hillsborough at Livesey Street, Sheffield, S6 2ET. There are numerous Burger vans, Programme Sellers and Merchandise Peddlars on the quick walk to Hillsborough.
Parking costs £10 per car and can be pre-booked at swfcparking.co.uk
Food and Drink Prices in Hillsborough Stadium
Throughout the stadium, there is a range of food and drink on offer. Sausagerolls, burgers and hot dogs are all available with prices ranging from £2.60 to
£3.80. Of course, there is alcohol readily available with lagers, bitters and
ciders starting at £3.30, but you will have to queue separately for booze and
food, which isn’t the most ideal!
Getting the Bus to Anfield
Be sure to allocate ample time since buses tend to fill up quickly on matchdays, and traffic can be dense.Departing from Liverpool City Centre, you can opt for the special 917 bus designated for matchdays, offering direct transport to the stadium. Alternatively, if you prefer shorter queues, the 26 departing from Liverpool ONE bus station might be slightly less crowded.
For additional options, you can catch the 17 from Queen’s Square or, depending on your starting point in the city, connect with the 27, 68, 14, or 19, all of which have stops within walking distance of Anfield.
Getting the Train to Hillsborough
Hillsborough Stadium is situated in the north-west of Sheffield, approximately2.5 kilometers from the city centre and 3 kilometers from Sheffield Rail Station.
It is a fair walk away from the stadium, but is a 13 minute drive, so we would
recommend grabbing a taxi, bus or tram to make your way over on
matchdays.
If you are arriving by train, the easiest way to get to the ground is by taking the
Supertram, which has a stop right next to the railway station and runs every
ten minutes during the day. Board a blue tram heading towards Malin Bridge
and get off at the Hillsborough stop, followed by a ten-minute walk to the
ground. Alternatively, from Hillsborough, you can switch to the yellow line tram
to Leppings Lane, which is right by the stadium. You can also take the blue
tram from the railway station into the City Centre and transfer there to a yellow
tram (destination Middlewood) for the Leppings Lane stop. The Supertram
journey takes about 20 minutes. It's economical to buy an all-day ticket
onboard from conductors, which is cheaper than purchasing two single tickets.
This "Dayrider" ticket costs £3.90 for adults and £2 for children and allows you
to visit some excellent Real Ale pubs around the city. However, be cautious
not to miss the match!
Away Fan Pubs near Hillsborough
A favourite amongst away fans is The Railway Hotel, located just a short 12minute walk from the venue, it is clear to see why. Providing its many visitors
with a selection of ales, lagers, wines and plenty of other beverages.
Supporters can venture out into their very own beer garden, play a bit of pool
or have a boogie when selecting songs on the vinyl jukebox.
Walking 17 minutes from Hillsborough Stadium, you will find yourself at The
New Barrack Tavern. A family-run pub that's firmly rooted within the local
community. Within its interior, it comprises multiple areas and includes a lovely
beer garden at the rear of the establishment. You definitely won’t be short of
drinking options here, with an extensive range of 12 cask beers alongside keg
beers, real ciders, wines, spirits and soft drinks. The pub does provide some
brilliant transport links, with easy access to buses and trams.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hillsborough
What are the ticket prices for Sheffield Wednesday matches?
Like most clubs within the English Football Leagues, Sheffield Wednesdayoperates a category system, whereby the bigger and more popular games will
cost more to watch. Sheffield Wednesday have seven different categories of
(A-G) of ticket pricing:
● Adult: £29-£59
● Concession: £17-£49
● U17: £15-£20
● U11: £10-£15
● U5: £5