You got a guy™ for venue tickets

Brit Oval Tickets

Now selling

Upcoming Events at Brit Oval

Loading current ticket availability

The venue

About Brit Oval

The Kia Oval, historically known as Brit Oval, is a premier international cricket ground in Kennington, London. With a current capacity of 27,500, the venue has undergone targeted redevelopments to enhance spectator experience and facilities since 2016 and again in 2021. Not just a cricket stadium, the Oval serves as a versatile conference and events venue, hosting top-tier cricket matches and significant global events in a quintessential London setting.

Whether you’re here for Test cricket, major finals, or a corporate event, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to make your visit straightforward and enjoyable.

Location is king for the Oval: you’ll find it at Kennington Oval, Kennington, London SE11 5SS, United Kingdom. The ground features seating areas such as the Pavilion End, Vauxhall End, JM Finn Stand, and the Peter May/One Oval Square Galadari Stand. The Peter May Stand was redeveloped to provide ~6,300 seats, while the One Oval Square project was renamed the M.A.R. Galadari Stand in 2021. On-site parking is available for events (up to 50 spaces), and transit options include proximity to Oval Underground (Northern Line) and Vauxhall Station (Victoria Line/Overground). For visitors choosing to stay nearby, recommended accommodations and dining options—favoring affiliate partners—make planning simple. Secure your seats and plan ahead with our insider guidance for a smooth, straightforward experience at this storied London venue.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current name: The Kia Oval; former names include Brit Oval, AMP Oval and Foster's Oval (sponsor-driven changes over time).
  • Capacity: 27,500 (current). Redevelopments in 2016 and 2021 expanded capacity to this level.
  • Address/location: Kennington Oval, Kennington, London SE11 5SS, United Kingdom.
  • Venue type: International cricket ground and multi-purpose events/conference venue.
  • Parking: On-site parking available for events, up to 50 spaces.
  • Transit: Near Oval Underground (Northern Line) and Vauxhall Station (Victoria Line/Overground).
  • Nearby hotels: Hotels such as Travelodge near the Oval; Arora International London Kennington (hotel planning and vicinity described in past coverage).
  • Notable events hosted: English cricket Test matches since 1880; FA Cup Final (1872); ICC Champions Trophy finals (2004, 2017); World Test Championship Final (2023).
  • Renaming/demolition: The ground is not demolished; it was renamed Kia Oval for sponsorship; Brit Oval was an earlier sponsorship/name (renaming occurred around 2011).
  • Seating/chart notes: Ground features stands like the Pavilion End, Vauxhall End, JM Finn Stand, and the Peter May/One Oval Square Galadari Stand; the Peter May Stand was redeveloped to 6,300 seats, and the One Oval Square project renamed to the M.A.R. Galadari Stand in 2021.