Charlton Athletic FC Ground & Tickets
Ground: The Valley
Capacity: 27,111
Location: Floyd Road, London
Country: United Kingdom
The Ground
The Valley is one of English football’s most historic and traditional stadiums. Nestled in the heart of South East London, it has been the proud home of Charlton Athletic since 1919, with the club and its supporters deeply connected to the ground’s unique story, including its famous return after exile in the late 1980s.
With a capacity of just over 27,000, The Valley offers fans an authentic matchday atmosphere. Its steep East Stand creates one of the most imposing single stands in the country, while the close proximity of the seats to the pitch allows supporters to feel fully immersed in the action.
While it may not match the scale of larger Premier League arenas, The Valley delivers an intimate and genuine football experience, staying true to the roots of English football culture.
The Valley is set into the surrounding landscape like a true football amphitheatre, with high stands rising dramatically from the bowl-shaped site. Originally carved out by hand by volunteers and supporters in the early 20th century, the ground's unique topography gives it a character few other stadiums can match.
Official Tickets
Charlton Athletic Members and Season Ticket holders receive priority access via early purchase windows (https://www.charltonafc.com/)
General sale opens when available—you must be logged in to Charlton's ticket portal
Online: 24/7 ticket purchases and renewals via the club website. (https://booking.cafc.co.uk/en-GB/categories/MatchTickets)
Ticket Office (The Valley, Floyd Road): open weekdays 11 am–5 pm and on home matchdays from 10:30 am until half-time
Fanshop
How to get to the Stadium
Via train or underground (tube)
National Rail > Charlton Station: The fastest and closest option. Frequent trains from London Bridge, Cannon Street, and Waterloo East. From Charlton Station it’s a short 5-min. walk to The Valley.
London Underground: Jubilee Line > North Greenwich (The O2): Take the Jubilee Line to North Greenwich, then switch to bus 486, 161 or 472. The bus ride takes around 10–15 min., followed by a short walk.
Overground / DLR > Woolwich Arsenal: Take the DLR or Southeastern services to Woolwich Arsenal, then a short bus or taxi ride (about 10 minutes) to the stadium.
Airports
London City Airport
The closest airport to The Valley. Take the DLR to Woolwich Arsenal or Canning Town and transfer via bus or taxi. Total journey time approx. 25–35 min.
Heathrow Airport
Piccadilly Line to Green Park, switch to Jubilee Line to North Greenwich. From there, bus or taxi to The Valley. Total journey time approx. 1 hour 15 min.
Eurostar: London St Pancras International
Direct Thameslink/Southeastern service Trains run hourly from St Pancras to Charlton station. The journey takes approximately 35minutes with no changes needed.
Around the Stadium
Before and After the Match
The Rose of Denmark – Just a short walk from The Valley on Woolwich Road. A popular pre-match spot for home and away fans, offering a wide beer selection and classic pub food.
The Antigallican – Right next to Charlton Station. Always busy on matchdays with a lively atmosphere, plenty of space, and outdoor seating available.
The Bugle Horn – Located near Charlton Village, about a 10-min. walk to the ground. A more traditional local pub with a friendly crowd and good selection of drinks.
The White Swan – Also near Charlton Village, offering a quieter, more relaxed atmosphere with real ales and comfortable seating.
The Anchor & Hope – Down by the Thames, around 15–20 min. on foot. A riverside pub with scenic views, great for a drink before or after the match.
The Royal Standard – Located on Vanbrugh Park (15–20 min walk or short bus ride). A cozy, traditional pub offering good food, well-kept beers, and a more laid-back atmosphere. Often quieter than the busier matchday pubs closer to the stadium.
The River Ale House – On Woolwich Road (12 min walk). A popular independent micro-pub with a rotating selection of real ales and ciders. Great for craft beer lovers looking for something a bit different pre- or post-match.
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