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A visit to Hill Dickinson Stadium is about much more than simply watching football.
As Everton’s new home, the stadium has been designed with modern concourses, advanced technology and strong accessibility standards in mind.
From self-service bars and gourmet food to family facilities and step-free access, it offers one of the most modern matchday experiences in English football.
Whether you are attending as an Everton supporter, part of the away following or bringing the family along, FootballGroundGuide covers everything you need to know about the Hill Dickinson Stadium in 2026.
Hill Dickinson Stadium Turnstiles, Entry and Security Access
Turnstiles at Hill Dickinson Stadium typically open around 90 minutes before kick-off.
All stands have clearly marked turnstile blocks, with stewards on hand to help supporters find the correct entrance.
Security checks before entry usually include:
- Ticket scanning
- Bag searches
- Occasional pat-downs
Home supporters generally enter via:
- Main Stand turnstiles along the front of the stand
- Kop Stand entrances accessed from Borough Road
- Johnny King Stand turnstiles on the opposite side of the ground
Away fans are usually located in the Cowshed Stand, entering through turnstiles in the south-east corner of the stadium.
Food and Drink at Hill Dickinson Stadium: Options, Quality and Prices
Food and drink is one of the major selling points of Hill Dickinson Stadium.
The club’s catering partner, Aramark UK, has introduced one of the widest food ranges found at any football ground in the UK.
The stadium is also fully cashless and uses a mixture of traditional kiosks, self-service EBars and ‘Through Pass’ technology, which allows supporters to simply take food or drink and leave without needing to queue at a till.
Supporters on the lower concourse can move freely around the entire level to try different kiosks.
Flightbirds, located in the North and South Stands, serves:
- Chicken and chips
- Salt and pepper chicken and chips
- Sharing boxes
- Beer, cider and soft drinks
Dockyard Kitchen kiosks in the East Stand offer:
- Sausage rolls
- Loaded jacket potatoes
- Locally sourced pies
- Chicken salad sandwiches
- The famous blue toffee doughnut
Pit and Pickle in the South Stand lower tier provides a more premium option, with:
- Gourmet cheeseburgers
- Vegan burgers
- Loaded fries
- Gluten-free burgers
The stadium’s Through Pass outlets, found in the South Stand corners, use “Just Walk Out” technology. Fans simply tap their bank card, take what they want and leave.
Typical products available include:
- Pies
- Sausage rolls
- Lamb and vegetable Scouse
- Snacks and drinks
- Blue toffee doughnuts
Hill Dickinson Stadium Concourse Areas, Bars and Matchday Facilities
The concourses vary slightly depending on which stand you are in.
- The Main Stand offers the widest and most modern concourses
- The Kop is more traditional, though still functional
- The Cowshed Stand away section is simpler but includes multiple kiosks and facilities
Popular social spaces include:
- Aldo’s Bar next to the Main Stand
- Fan Park areas on selected matchdays, with beer tents, live music and food stalls
- An away supporters’ bar, which is sometimes opened depending on the fixture
The stadium also features several EBars across all levels. These self-service bars allow fans to pour and pay for their own drinks within seconds using contactless payment.
There is plenty of options when it comes to Alcohol available around the stadium.
Toilets and Other Hill Dickinson Stadium Facilities
Toilets are available in every stand, with the most modern facilities located in the Main Stand.
Accessible toilets are located in both the Main Stand and the Cowshed Stand, while additional family and standard toilet blocks are spread throughout the concourses.
As with most modern grounds, queues are busiest at half-time, although the wide concourses help reduce congestion.
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Family Areas at Hill Dickinson Stadium
Everton have created a dedicated Family Stand within the Main Stand.
This area provides:
- A quieter atmosphere
- Family-focused stewarding
- Easy access to toilets and food kiosks
- Occasional activities for younger fans before kick-off
On Level 1, families have their own dedicated concourse area in the north-west corner of the stadium.
Food options here include:
- Corner Slice Pizza, serving margherita and pepperoni pizza
- Flightbirds kiosks with children’s meal deals and hot dogs
No alcohol is sold at some family kiosks, helping to create a more relaxed atmosphere.
Safe Standing at Hill Dickinson Stadium
The lower section of the south stand incorporates safe standing for home fans, with rail seating in place.
Meanwhile, the lower tier in the north east corner also includes safe standing for visiting supporters.
Disability Access and Inclusive Facilities
Hill Dickinson Stadium provides a strong range of facilities for disabled supporters and accessible matchday experiences.
Wheelchair Access and Seating
Step-free access is available in both the Main Stand and the away section in the Cowshed Stand.
Wheelchair spaces are available in:
- The Main Stand for home supporters
- The Cowshed Stand for away supporters
Every wheelchair space includes an adjacent seat for a personal assistant.
Ambulant disabled seating is also available across several stands, with handrails and limited steps.
Accessible Toilets and Support Facilities
Accessible toilets are located in both the Main Stand and the Cowshed Stand.
RADAR keys may be required, although stewards can assist supporters who do not have one.
Dedicated disability liaison officers are available around the stadium to help supporters throughout the day.
Additional Accessibility Support
The stadium also accommodates:
- Assistance dogs, with advance notice
- Blue Badge parking, available on a limited first-come, first-served basis
- Step-free routes across concourses and key facilities
Supporters requiring additional assistance are encouraged to arrive early due to limited parking and the size of the stadium.