New Match Day Parking Zone to be implemented around Everton FC’s upcoming stadium

Liverpool City Council Introduces New Match Day Parking Zone for Everton FC’s Bramley-Moore Dock Stadium

Liverpool City Council has announced the introduction of a ‘Football Match Parking Zone’ around Everton FC’s new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock. This initiative is set to enhance traffic management and reduce congestion in the surrounding areas on match days and major event days.

New Parking Measures for Everton’s 52,888-Seater Stadium

In a move to mitigate traffic issues, the Council will implement a range of new parking measures similar to those already in place around Goodison Park and Anfield. The scheme aims to manage increased footfall while ensuring local residents and businesses experience minimal disruption.

Over 4,000 residents and 3,000 businesses within the affected zone are now being invited to apply for relevant parking permits ahead of the scheme’s launch. This will coincide with the historic first test event at the £500 million venue later this month. The initiative will be enforced under an Experimental Traffic Regulation Order (ETRO), which will run for up to 18 months and be subject to review by the Council’s Transport and Highways team.

Permit Details for Residents and Businesses

Residents within the designated zone will be entitled to apply for a parking permit for each vehicle registered at their address, along with an additional visitor permit, both of which will be free of charge. Local businesses, however, will be required to pay an annual fee of £50 per vehicle, with a cap of 10 vehicles per business.

Parking Zone Coverage and Key Features

The newly established parking zone will encompass areas within a 30-minute walk of Everton Stadium, covering parts of the historic Dock Road, the surrounding Ten Streets district, extending into the city centre, and up to Great Homer Street in Everton.

Following a public consultation held in late 2022, the new parking zone will include:

• New resident-only parking areas
• New taxi ranks
• New match day bus stands
• Additional parking restrictions
• Revised hours of operation for existing parking zones in Great Homer Street, Ten Streets, and Love Lane areas
• New industrial parking zones north and south of Boundary Street

These measures are aimed at alleviating traffic congestion, enhancing air quality, and improving overall safety around the stadium. They also align with Liverpool City Council’s broader plans to modernise parking across the city centre.

Infrastructure Upgrades and Transportation Developments

To facilitate the smooth implementation of the parking zone, Liverpool City Council’s Transport and Highways team has commenced the installation of new signage ahead of Everton’s first test event at the stadium, scheduled for Monday, 17th February.

In addition to the match day parking scheme, the Council has invested over £20 million in improving the road infrastructure around Bramley-Moore Dock. This includes a permanent segregated cycle lane extending from the city centre to Bootle in Sefton, passing directly in front of the new stadium.

Further enhancements are also in the pipeline, with Liverpool City Council collaborating with Sefton Council and the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority on an ambitious town bid. If successful, this initiative could see the development of over 10,000 new homes, complete with community infrastructure, spanning from the city centre to Bootle and Walton.

Additionally, the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, in partnership with Merseyrail, Network Rail, and Everton FC, is working on creating a new crowd management zone and an additional entrance at Sandhills Station. This effort aims to provide seamless public transport access for fans and event attendees.

Council’s Perspective on the Match Day Parking Zone

Councillor Dan Barrington, Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet Member for Transport and Connectivity, emphasised the positive impact of the new stadium and the necessity of well-managed transportation planning:

“Everton Stadium will be transformational, especially for the surrounding Ten Streets district and the wider Kirkdale community. While it will bring economic benefits, we must ensure that the influx of visitors is well-managed. The North Docks have never had to accommodate such high volumes of people in short time periods, but our experience with Goodison Park and Anfield provides valuable insights.

“By implementing this new match day parking zone, we are adopting successful strategies that already help efficiently move tens of thousands of people every week. Given Bramley-Moore Dock’s proximity to the city centre and strong transport links, we are confident in our ability to manage match day travel effectively.”

Councillor Barrington also highlighted the Council’s commitment to sustainable travel options, including cycling and walking, to help reduce congestion and improve air quality.

A New Era for Everton FC and Liverpool’s Transport Infrastructure

Set to officially open for the 2025/26 football season, Everton’s new stadium has already been selected as a UEFA Euro 2028 host venue. Beyond football, the state-of-the-art venue will also cater to major non-sporting events, further boosting Liverpool’s status as a premier event destination.

Liverpool City Council’s proactive steps to introduce a well-structured match day parking zone reflect its dedication to improving urban mobility, minimising traffic disruptions, and enhancing the match day experience for both fans and residents.

With the new parking measures and transport infrastructure upgrades, Everton FC’s move to Bramley-Moore Dock represents a significant milestone in Liverpool’s ongoing urban development. Fans, residents, and businesses are encouraged to stay informed and apply for permits ahead of the scheme’s official rollout.