Hill Dickinson Stadium

Away supporters at Everton’s new home will be seated in the lower corner of the North Stand, which is opposite the steep, 13,000-seater ‘wall’ that has been constructed on the South side, which the club hopes can emulate the ‘Yellow Wall’ at Borussia Dortmund’s Westfalenstadion.

Unlike at Goodison Park, the away fans will be situation behind the goal, where as at Everton’s former home, they sat in the Bullens Road, which was one of the side stands.

The location of the new stadium is ideal for away supporters travelling into the city, as it is closer to the city centre, where many fans will base themselves for a weekend in Liverpool, having a wide array of bars, food outlets and sights to see, as opposed to at Goodison, which was situated in an housing estate in Walton.

June 2025 – Liverpool council receives government funding to improve transport links

As part of a £1.6bn funding package being granted to Liverpool City Council, they have committed £100m of that towards new rapid public transport routes to Liverpool Airport, and the city’s two football stadiums, including Everton’s new home at Bramley-Moore Dock.

There was widespread criticism aimed at the council, and Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram, following a test event at the new stadium which attracted 25,000 fans earlier this year, with the public transport in and around the ground struggling to cope with the number of supporters.

With almost 53,000 people set to converge on the area every fortnight when the new Premier League season gets underway in August, groundwork is now being putting in place to improve the public transport into the area, which is sorely lacking at present, with one small train station at Sandhills the only viable direct route.

The money will be only be allocated from 2027 though, with all of the new infrastructure set to be in full working order before the end of the decade, so for the time being, alternative solutions must be found to stem the flows of supporters who will be making their way to the stadium on matchday.

May 2025 – Law firm Hill Dickinson wins rights to sponsor Everton Stadium

Everton have confirmed that Hill Dickinson, a law firm based in the city, have been given the official naming rights for the club’s new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock in a multi-year deal.

A statement from the club announcing the news claims that the deal is one of the biggest in Europe. Some sources state that the income it could generate may amount to roughly £ 10 m per year.

The club seemed keen to award the rights to a local firm, with the two set to work together to give back to the local community, something that manager David Moyes hoped for when asked about the move, saying that the club must not forget about the area following the departure from Goodison Park.

Alisher Usmanov’s company USM were in line to be given the naming rights, after also putting their name to Everton’s training ground at Finch Farm, but all ties were cut following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and the freezing of Usmanov’s assets.

That left it a complete mystery as to where the naming rights may go. While some were underwhelmed by both the name and the potential global reach of Hill Dickinson, others were glad to see the club choose a local company to sponsor the stadium instead of one from the Middle East or North America.

May 2025 – New public transport route to the stadium to be trialled

After a string of concerns relating to public transport routes to Bramley-Moore Dock from in and around Liverpool, a new bus service is set to be trialled at the third stadium test event.

The 918 Stagecoach service will connect fans in Kirkby to Everton’s new home, with the bus set to pass through and stop at Croxteth, Norris Green, Queens Drive and Spellow Lane on the way to Bramley-Moore Dock.

The hope is that this service could ease the burden on other bus routes, but also Sandhills Train Station, the nearest railway station to the stadium. In both of the two test events so far, concerns have been raised about whether Sandhills has the facilities to cope with the demands of thousands of football fans.

Although work to the station is planned, it may not be enough to completely satisfy all supporters. This new bus route will be first used during the third test event, with a date still to be confirmed. However, fans can more than likely expect it to be part of Everton’s pre-season friendly schedule.

If all goes well, then the bus route could become a permanent route on match days.

Everton are known for having one of the most vociferous fanbases in English football, and they have wide selection of chants which are sung each matchday, both for players past and present, and based on the history of the club and their rivals.

The ever-popular Spirit of the Blues has become the most famous Everton chant in the past few years, with the song being sang multiple times at every match, but there are many more that Blues belt out home and away.

Some other notable Everton chants include:

• Grand Old Team
• We’re Forever Everton
• We are the Goodison Gang
• The Banks of the Royal Blue Mersey

Members of the current Everton squad also have their own chants, and they include:

• 60 Grand, Seamus Coleman
• Jordan Pickford’s Dynamite
• You Make Me Feel, Dwight McNeil

Supporters group the 1878s have already confirmed that they will continue to put on impressive displays once Everton move to their stadium on Bramley-Moore Dock.

The group of volunteers worked tirelessly in collaboration with the club to make the final season at Goodison Park a special one, and they have also organised bus welcomes ahead of big matches.

Below is one of the tifo displays seen at Goodison Park last season, and these sorts of pictures are expected to move over to Hill Dickinson Stadium:

Never shone so brightly. 💙 pic.twitter.com/s8NSLeqLBL

— Everton (@Everton) May 3, 2025

As a new state-of-the-art arena, there is not a bad seat in the house at Hill Dickinson Stadium, with the club ensuring that the infamous restricted views found at Goodison are a thing of the past.

There was a clamour for season tickets in the upper section of the South Stand, which is being dubbed the ‘Blue Wall’, as the steepness of the stand makes it feel as though the supporters are still close to the pitch, despite being high up.

This is in stark contrast to Goodison Park, where beams would often block the view in numerous seats around the stadium, while sitting at the back of the lower tier of the Gwladys Street would often provide a very restrictive view.

The area around Bramley-Moore Dock is still in need of huge redevelopment to cope with the demand that a 52,888-seater stadium will provide, and for that reason, the number of pubs is currently lacking in that area.

However, the stadium is within walking distance to the city centre, which is one of the finest in the country for social gatherings, and has numerous areas which are populated with many bars in close vicinity to one another.

Situating yourself near Moorfields train station would be a good idea, as this is less than a 30-minute walk to the stadium, or also provides the opportunity to jump a quick train down, while also being an area condensed with many quality bars and pubs.

Regular away-day fans who have been to either Anfield or Goodison will already know many of the best spots for away fans in the city centre, with many often converging on Concert Square, Seel Street and the Baltic Triangle, but for the first few matches at the new stadium, it would be wise to plan ahead, as many are concerned about the efficiency and overcrowding of public transport heading towards the stadium.

. @FootyScran, I can recommend the Korean chicken bowl 😋 @EvertonStadium pic.twitter.com/uzwstwB2yX

— Giulia Bould (@GiuliaBould) March 23, 2025

@FootyScran first visit to @EvertonStadium loaded sausage roll pic.twitter.com/TgKvkn1GeF

— gary (@GaryRichards14) February 17, 2025

“Toffee” doughnut at Everton @everton

💷 £3.85 ⚽️ pic.twitter.com/Jowd228gwf

— Sports Scran (@SportScran) March 23, 2025

As previously mentioned, the city centre, which is nearby, has an endless number of places to eat, both for high-quality, sit-down meals, or for those looking for fast-food chains and kebab shops.

However, there will be vendors outside the stadium serving food too, while some of the establishments who made a living on matchday at Goodison Park are set to be given licenses to open up businesses by Bramley-Moore Dock.

As is customary too, all sections of the ground will have bars within the concourse selling food pre-match and at half time, with some of the options available pictured above.

As a bustling city which welcomes millions of visitors and workers every year, Liverpool’s transport network is comprehensive, and there are variety of ways to get into the city, and to navigate around it.

There will be teething problems regarding road traffic and public transport in the first few months of the stadium opening, but the local council has assured fans there will be ample ways of getting to and from the stadium on matchday.

Car:

Arguably the least effective way of getting to the stadium will be by car, as the council have made driving in difficult, with plans in place to close most of the roads near the venue, while making parking forbidden.

Waterloo Road, Regent Road and the Ten Streets Area were closed for the test events that have taken place earlier in 2025, while the road around Sandhills station also saw closures to allow train passengers to safely navigate the area.

Train:

The most recommended way of travelling to the Hill Dickinson Stadium will be via the train, and in particular on the Merseyrail network which operates all over the city and beyond.

For away fans travelling into the area, Lime Street station in the city centre is often the destination that links many other cities with Liverpool, and from there, it is relatively straightforward to make your way to Bramley-Moore Dock.

Both Liverpool Central and Moorfields stations in the city centre will run trains every 15-20 minutes (30 minutes on Sunday) to Sandhills, the closest station to Hill Dickinson Stadium.

There are also plans for a new Merseyrail station by the Baltic Triangle on the opposite end of the city centre, given its popularity with locals and tourists alike for its trendy bars and weekly events.

Bus:

Another route to the stadium is by bus, but details are yet to be released on how frequent, or what routes will be used on a regular basis for matchday.

Shuttle buses were in operation from St Luke’s Bombed Out Church in the city centre to Bramley-Moore Dock for the second test event in March, and they are expected to be used again ahead of the start of the Premier League season, even though dense road traffic caused major congestion on the day.

Plans are also in motion for new bus routes that will run directly to the stadium, with money being used from a new government initiative to improve public services in the city, but these are not set to be in place anytime soon.

Plane:

Travelling by plane to see a match at Hill Dickinson Stadium is also a viable option, because Liverpool is served by both John Lennon Airport, located in Speke on the outer edge of the city, as well as by Manchester Airport, which is one train journey away from Liverpool city centre.

The stadium has been built with a capacity of 52,888, but there is scope for this to be expanded by 10,000 in the future.

Hill Dickinson Stadium will host matches at Euro 2028, and the wheels could be in motion to expand the capacity even in time for that tournament, especially with Everton currently having a number of fans on a waiting list for season tickets.

The most notable area of the stadium is the ultra-steep South Stand, which will seat 13,000 home supporters when it is fully operational next season.

Given that the stadium is not yet open to the public, no information has been released on potential stadium tours as of yet, with news set to follow in that regard.

Liverpool is the perfect city for football, music and history buffs who are partial to a drink or a nice meal at a restaurant.

The regenerated Albert Dock area offers a stunning backdrop with many fine establishments offering food and drink, and it is a stone’s throw from the Liverpool Waterfront, which is home to the city’s museum, and a Maritime Museum, detailing the Dock’s history in particular.

Liverpool’s most famous sons the Beatles also have their own dedicated tour and museum, while there are a number of independent music venues dotted around the city centre which showcases some of the best up-and-coming talent in the music scene.

Following the opening of Hill Dickinson Stadium, there are now three top-level football stadiums all within close vicinity of one another, as Everton announced Goodison Park will remain in operation and be used by the Women’s team in future, while Anfield stands tall on the opposite side of Stanley Park.

Liverpool is also home to some of the finest architecture and art galleries in the country, while it is the only city in the UK to have two cathedrals, both of which are situated in the city centre.

For those looking to experience the lively nightlife in the city, Castle Street, Duke Street, Seel Street and Slater Street offer some of the best bars and pubs for both locals and tourists, while those looking for a more scouse-centred experience are encouraged to visit Lark Lane, which is a short train journey outside the centre.

Everton’s city neighbours Liverpool are by far their biggest rivals, and the two battle in the Merseyside derby every season, with the fixture often being one of the most fiercely-fought matches in a Premier League season.

While the distance between the two grounds is now slightly further, following Everton’s move away from Goodison Park, that will not detract from this decades-old rivalry, which fans on both sides of the city mutually agree is the biggest league match of their respective seasons.

Tickets for individual matches are yet to be announced ahead of the 2025-26 Premier League season, but season tickets have already sold out ahead of the new campaign.

Season ticket prices:

Adults: £640-£900

18-21s & Seniors: £480-£675

11-17s: £256-£360

Under 11s: £199

Club View: £1200 (£900 concessions), offers fans the best seats, bars and the chance to sit by former players on matchday.