Bowden Park

Known as The Beehive, Bowden Park is a ground that feels like a hub of the local community in Market Harborough, especially considering that 66 different teams play on the venue’s various pitches, ranging from Under-5s to walking football sides.

Harborough Town may be a non-league club, but they have become known in footballing circles for their forays in the FA Cup, most notably taking Reading to extra time before losing 5-3 in an eight-goal thriller in December 2024.

Those cup runs, as well as a remarkable three promotions in five seasons, have allowed the Bees to make upgrades to their home, including the addition of a 154-seat stand, two standing covered areas, and a slew of catering and hospitality units.

Harborough Town FC invest in solar power

Harborough Town announced the installation of a 50.4 kWp Solar PV System at Bowden Park in November 2025, a move that has been touted as a ‘major step forward in the club’s long-term sustainability plans’.

This project was undertaken as part of a partnership with Plug Me In, and is expected to reduce roughly 9.2 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually, not to mention that it will recoup its investment in only two years.

Speaking on the installation, Siobhan Brewin, Head of Finance & Club Operations, said:

“This is a really important step for us as a club. With energy costs increasing and our LED floodlights already reducing our impact, moving to solar power was the natural next step. It’s an investment in sustainability — and in the future of Harborough Town FC.”

There are a good few spots to grab a drink in the town of Market Harborough, including scenic options and more modern venues. Here are some of the recommended ones near Bowden Park:

• The Freemasons Arms – 101 St Mary’s Rd, Market Harborough LE16 7DT
• The Sugar Loaf (JD Wetherspoon) – 18 High St, Market Harborough LE16 7NJ
• Roebuck – Rockingham Rd, Market Harborough LE16 7XY
• Pub Bridge 61 – Gumley Rd, Foxton, Market Harborough LE16 7RA
• The Cherry Tree – Church Walk, Little Bowden, Market Harborough LE16 8AE

By Train

Market Harborough is a small town, but one that is well-serviced by trains on the East Midlands Railway (EMR).

Market Harborough Station itself sits just 1.4 miles away from Bowden Park, and fans visiting from London can catch direct trains from St Pancras. There is also a taxi rank just outside the station, which is a quick 10 minute drive from the ground.

By Bus

The X7 Stagecoach bus runs to nearby stops, but travellers should keep in mind that the service – which operates between Leicester and Northampton – is not frequent.

The closest bus stop to Bowden Park is Market Harborough, Leisure Centre, which is roughly five-minutes walk from the venue.

By Car

From the North

Coming in from the North, Bowden Park can be found on the A508 going Southbound near Market Harborough Leisure Centre.

Make sure to keep Protheroe’s Garage on your left as you follow the A508, and turn right at the roundabout before taking the immediate left. Harborough Town FC’s clubhouse should then be visible on the other side of the car park.

From the South

Those heading to the ground from the A14 to the south should take the A508 north, keeping in mind that Market Harborough is about eight miles away, and reaching the venue will require going through Great Oxendon.

Following the A508 will eventually lead you down a hill and towards a roundabout as above. Take the first exit and bear left, and you should be able to see the team’s clubhouse.

Parking

A free public car park can be found next to the clubhouse car park, and Harborough Town invite fans to make use of it on matchdays.

The clubhouse car park is designated for club and match officials, though blue badge holders can use either car park. Keep in mind that there are only two disabled spaces in the clubhouse car park, but there are more available in the free car park.

Harborough Town ask that drivers be respectful of the locals, especially when parking on nearby housing estates, and also warn that individuals who park at Two Shires Medical Centre or Torchway Pharmacy may be fined £100, with the area being monitored 24/7.

On Foot

Walking from the town centre, follow the A508 towards Market Harborough Leisure Centre, and then head down the road, keeping Protheroe’s Garage on your left.

Turn right at the roundabout and then bear left – following the road from that point should put the Harborough Town FC clubhouse in sight across the car park. All in all, the walk is a little over a mile.

Bowden Park is a smaller ground, but it still features a number of key facilities that disabled supporters will appreciate.

The venue has disability-friendly doorways, an accessible reception area and spots for spectators with disabilities to get a view of the action, as well as accessible toilets and parking.

If you have any specific requirements, it is advisable to get in contact with Harborough Town, who will be happy to help.

Harborough Town season tickets for the 2026-27 campaign are available via the club’s dedicated page on the Fanbase App. Prices are as follows:

Adults: £340
Concessions (65+): £195
Under 16s: £90
Reserve a Stand Seat (with your name): £50

The Bees have also announced the general admission ticket prices for home games in 2026-27:

Adults: £18
Concessions (65+): £10
Under 16s: £5

Football fans visiting for a match at Bowden Park should consider checking out the town of Market Harborough, where they will find plenty to enjoy. The area has a lot of cultural history to share via its museums in particular.

Some nearby spots to visit include:

• Harborough Museum – The Symington Building, Adam and Eve St, Market Harborough LE16 7LT
• The Market Harborough Golf Club – Great Oxendon, Road, Market Harborough LE16 8NB
• Welland Park – Welland Park Rd, Market Harborough LE16 9DN
• Harrington Aviation Museum – Off Lamport Rd, Harrington, Northampton NN6 9PF
• Harrington Air Base War Memorial – Harrington, Northampton NN6 9JL

Harborough Town’s rivals include Spalding United, who lost on the final day of the 2025-26 season as the Bees earned promotion to the National League North after winning the Southern League Premier Central.

In terms of geographical location, Corby Town’s Steel Park is just nine miles away from Bowden Park.