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Cove Rangers FC Ground & Tickets​

Ground: ​Balmoral Stadium

Capacity: 3,000 (approx.)

Location: Wellington Circle, Cove Bay, Aberdeen

Country: Scotland, ​United Kingdom


The Ground

    Balmoral Stadium, located in the Cove Bay area of Aberdeen, has been the home of Cove Rangers F.C. since 2018. One of the newer stadiums in Scottish football, it reflects the club’s rapid rise through the leagues, offering modern facilities in a compact and functional setting.

    With a capacity of around 3,000, the ground features a mix of seated and standing areas, including a main stand with covered seating and additional terracing behind the goals. The artificial surface ensures reliability throughout the season, while the tight layout keeps supporters close to the pitch, creating a lively and direct atmosphere.

    Though lacking the history of older grounds, Balmoral Stadium provides a clean, accessible, and community-focused matchday experience, with excellent views from all areas.

Official Tickets

  • Cove Rangers F.C. official website / ticket information

  • At the stadium ticket office

  • On matchday for most fixtures (subject to availability)

Go to Cove Rangers FC Tickets


Fixtures

Discover Cove Rangers FC's next matches here

Fanshop

Balmoral Stadium (Club Shop / Matchday Sales)

Wellington Circle, Cove Bay. No large permanent shop, mainly matchday-based

Webshop

How to get to the Stadium

Via Train

  • Aberdeen Railway Station. Around 4–5 miles from the stadium. Taxi or bus required (15–20 minutes). Regular services from across Scotland

By Car

  • Via the A90. Limited parking at the stadium. Additional street parking nearby.

Airport

  • ABZ (Aberdeen Airport)

  • Distance: 10 miles (16 km).Travel Time: Around 20–25 minutes by car or taxi. Alternatively, take a bus into Aberdeen city centre (25–30 minutes), then a connecting bus or taxi to Cove Bay (15–20 minutes).

  • EDI (Edinburgh Airport)

  • Distance: 130 miles (209 km) Travel Time: Around 2 hours 30 minutes by car. Alternatively, take the Airlink bus or tram into Edinburgh city centre (25–30 minutes), then a train from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Aberdeen (around 2 hours 20 minutes), followed by a bus or taxi to the stadium.

Around the Stadium

Before and After the Match

Important: Cove Bay has limited pubs immediately next to the stadium, so options are more spread out compared to city-centre clubs.

  • The Cove Bay Hotel Bar (Cove Road). The closest and most popular option, offering food, drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere. A common meeting point for supporters before heading to Balmoral Stadium.

  • The Altens Hotel Bar (Souterhead Road). Located a short drive away, this hotel bar provides a quieter and more comfortable pre-match option with food and drinks available.

  • The Wellington Hotel (Wellington Road). A traditional pub-style hotel bar with a friendly atmosphere, popular with locals and travelling supporters alike.

  • The Foundry (Aberdeen City Centre). A lively venue in the city centre, ideal for those arriving early and wanting a busier pre-match experience before heading out to Cove.

  • The Triplekirks (Schoolhill, Aberdeen). A large Wetherspoons-style pub popular with football fans and groups, offering affordable drinks and plenty of space.


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