Capacity at Ashton Gate is now an impressive 26,462 after the completion of all recent building work. Two stands have been completely rebuilt whilst the Dolman Stand has been renovated. The new Lansdown Stand on the west side of the stadium is the biggest of all now and is a very striking size. The stadium is not completely pillar free meaning there are no restricted views throughout Ashton Gate. The only stand left untouched in recent building work was the Atyeo Stand. However, it's still a very reasonable build and all stands have ample legroom with very good facilities.
Away fans are housed in the Atyeo Stand at the north end of Ashton Gate. The normal allocation is around 3,300, although this can vary depending on the fixture. Larger allocations may be possible when the whole stand is made available.
Away supporters should access the Atyeo Stand via Ashton Road Car Park (BS3 2EJ) rather than walking between the houses on Ashton Road.
Ashton Gate seating plan:
For a detailed look into the best and worst places to sit at Bristol City's Ashton Gate, check out their team page on 'Where To Sit?' which features plenty of information and photos submitted by fans with views from their seats - Best Places To Sit at Ashton Gate
Away fans are advised to steer clear of the Hen & Chicken and BS3 Bar which are in the immediate vicinity of the ground and instead head to the north of the ground and over the Plimsoll bridge over the River Avon. In between the various stretches of water there are a couple of really nice pubs which welcome away fans and are only within 10 minutes walk of the away turnstiles. The Pumphouse is a good option for away supporters, around 10–15 minutes’ walk from the away entrance via the Plimsoll Bridge. It has a large harbourside terrace. Away-day sources also recommend the Tobacco Factory for visiting supporters and it is around a mile from Ashton Gate.
There is no official stadium matchday parking. Bristol City recommends supporters use public transport or pre-booked off-site parking. Ashton Event Parking on Clanage Road (BS3 2JX) is available from £17.50 per car and is approximately a 10-minute walk from the stadium. Other private parking options are available but should be booked in advance. Avoid relying on street parking around Ashton Gate on matchdays.
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Parson Street is the nearest railway station to Ashton Gate, although services are relatively limited. Bristol Temple Meads is Bristol’s main railway station and has far more services, but supporters will need to continue to the stadium by bus, taxi or other transport.
The easiest way is to get up to the ground by bus. Matchday bus services operate towards Ashton Gate from Bristol city centre and Temple Meads. Check Bristol City and local transport information for the latest routes, fares and matchday services.
Rivals - Bristol Rovers, Cardiff
Visiting football supporters are accommodated in the Atyeo Stand at Ashton Gate.
Parson Street is the nearest railway station, while Bristol Temple Meads is the city's main railway station and requires a longer onward journey to the stadium.
Ashton Gate is south-west of Bristol city centre and can be reached by local bus services, taxi, bicycle or on foot.
On-site and nearby matchday parking is limited, so supporters should use official travel options or pre-arranged parking where available.
Yes, Ashton Gate is home to Bristol City Football Club and Bristol Bears rugby union club.
Yes, Ashton Gate provides accessible seating, toilets and facilities for supporters with disabilities and additional access requirements.
Yes, Ashton Gate is served by Bristol's bus network and matchday travel options can vary according to the event.
Yes, supporters should arrive early enough to complete ticket and security checks and find the correct entrance before kick-off.
Travel: I took a train to Bristol Temple Meads and then embarked on the long walk to the ground. A lot of the Swansea fans got rounded up by the Police and arrived about 20 minutes late at the ground. But as there were just a few of us we managed to just do our own thing and skip the police and have a few beers on route.
Refreshments: There were plenty of pubs on route to the ground which is pretty much hidden away from sight until you reach it. The home fans were friendly enough but the closer you got to the ground the less friendly they became as this was a derby game of sorts.
Impressions: It is mostly a modern stadium but still very unbalanced looking in certain parts.
Atmosphere: The atmosphere was good for a derby game and the atmosphere went up when about 800 Swansea fans arrived late due to the Police holding them back in the city centre. I thought it was odd that the home supporters have a singing section as far away from the away fans as you could get?
Exit: No organisation from the Police after the game as 3,500 Swansea City fans were let out exactly the same time as the Bristol fans and there was trouble in the park opposite the ground and a long walk back to the City Centre.
Enjoy: Ashton Gate is a proper old ground. Not a bad atmosphere inside but it is located miles away from the City Centre.
Ground Name: Ashton Gate
Capacity: 26,462 (all seated)
Address: Ashton Road, Bristol, BS3 2EJ
Main Tel No.: 0871 222 6666
Team Nickname: The Robins
Year Ground Opened: 1904
Site: www.bcfc.co.uk
