Port Vale FC Ground & Tickets
Ground: Vale Park
Capacity: 15,036
Location: Bursum, Stoke-on-Trent
Country: United Kingdom
The Ground
Vale Park, located on Hamil Road in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, has been the home of Port Vale Football Club since 1950. Unlike many of the compact grounds rooted in Victorian or Edwardian history, Vale Park was conceived as an ambitious post-war project, earning the nickname “The Wembley of the North” for its grand design and modern aspirations at the time.
The stadium has seen a steady programme of redevelopment over the decades, balancing improvements in safety and comfort with the preservation of its distinctive character. Its most prominent feature is the Lorne Street Stand, a large and partially redeveloped structure that dominates one side of the ground, offering a mix of executive facilities and modern seating. Around the rest of the stadium, stands vary in scale and style, reflecting the incremental upgrades of different eras. The result is an asymmetric, slightly idiosyncratic layout that nonetheless provides an intimate matchday atmosphere, particularly when the ground is full and vocal.
Today, Vale Park remains owned and operated by Port Vale FC, standing as both the club’s home ground and a central landmark for the Burslem community. The current all-seated capacity is around 15,000, a figure that aligns with the club’s traditional position in the lower divisions of the Football League, while still offering scope for large attendances during major fixtures.
While it does not have the sleek bowl design or commercial infrastructure of more modern builds, Vale Park continues to embody the identity and resilience of Port Vale. Set slightly apart from the town centre, it carries with it the heritage of mid-20th century ambition, and for supporters it represents something deeply personal: a place of continuity, belonging, and the enduring spirit of the club. For visitors, it provides a quintessentially English football experience—at once historic, idiosyncratic, and inseparable from the community it serves.
Official Tickets
Visit Port Vale Online Tickets at the club's official ticketing site, powered by eticketing: eticketing.co.uk/pvfc. This platform offers match tickets
Ticket Office Visit the main ticket office, located inside Vale Park (Port Vale’s home ground in Burslem, Stoke‑on‑Trent), to buy tickets in person.
Fanshop
How to get to the Stadium
By train
Train to Stoke-on-Trent Station. It's on the West Coast Main Line.Direct trains run from London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Derby. From the station, Vale Park is about 4 miles (6 km) away. On Foot: Walking is possible but long (around 1 hour). Bus or taxi is much more practical. Bus: Local buses (e.g. numbers 7, 7A, 8, 9) go towards Burslem and stop close to the stadium. Journey ~15–20 minutes.Taxi: A taxi from the station takes about 10 minutes
..By Car
Through the M6 motorway. Parking Options: Official club car parks are available at the stadium, but spaces are limited and often fill quickly on matchdays. Street parking is available in surrounding areas, but check restrictions and respect residents. Independent paid car parks can sometimes be found nearby.
Airport
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Distance about 40 miles (65 km) away. Driving time: ~50 minutes via M6. Train from the airport to Stoke-on-Trent takes about 1 hour, then bus/taxi to the stadium.
Around the Stadium
Tommy Cheadle’s (Vale Park, Outside the Ground). Located right next to Vale Park on Hamil Road, this is the club’s own supporters’ bar and the most popular pre- and post-match meeting spot for Vale fans. Serving drinks, bar snacks, and often showing live football, it’s the go-to choice for home supporters just steps from the turnstiles.
Bull’s Head (St John’s Square, Burslem). A Titanic Brewery pub only a 5-minute walk from the stadium, famous for its locally brewed ales and friendly atmosphere. Always a busy spot on matchdays, it welcomes both home and away supporters looking for a pint in a traditional setting.
The Leopard Inn (Burslem town centre). Another Burslem favourite, around a 10-minute walk from Vale Park. With history dating back centuries, it offers a classic pub experience with real ales and pub grub, making it a great place to soak up the local atmosphere before the match.
The Post Office Vaults (Burslem). Situated close to the town square and just a short stroll from the stadium, this traditional pub is known for its no-nonsense style, cheap drinks, and football-friendly crowd. Popular with locals and fans alike on matchdays.
The Vine Inn (Burslem). Just a 5-minute walk from the ground, The Vine is a proper local with a lively, matchday buzz. Expect a traditional setting, straightforward drinks, and a warm welcome.
The Greyhound (Hartshill). Around a 10-minute drive from Vale Park, this pub serves quality food and a good range of real ales in a relaxed atmosphere. A quieter alternative for fans wanting to avoid the immediate pre-match bustle.
The Holy Inadequate (Etruria). Roughly a 10-minute drive from the stadium, this award-winning pub is highly regarded for its selection of craft beers and real ales. A top choice for those seeking something a little different before or after the match.
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