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About Vitality Stadium At Dean Court

Welcome to Vitality Stadium at Dean Court, the long-standing home of AFC Bournemouth since 1910. Located in Boscombe’s Kings Park area, the venue is currently expanding to accommodate more fans while maintaining a close, community feel. Whether you’re here for a match day, a youth international, or a special event, we’ve got you covered with seating information, parking and transit options, plus nearby hotels and dining to secure your plans.

Capacity and layout are evolving, with a current seating capacity around 11,286 during enabling works through March 2026 and a phased plan to reach approximately 20,200 seats in future stages. The stadium features four all-seated stands: Main Stand (West), Steve Fletcher North Stand, East Stand, and Ted MacDougall South Stand.

For AFC Bournemouth supporters and visitors alike, Vitality Stadium is conveniently located in Kings Park, with multiple transit options and nearby services to help you enjoy the day. As a venue with a history of notable events, including Elton John’s 2006 performance at Fitness First Stadium, the ground continues to host football matches and select events. The club purchased the stadium in 2025, reinforcing its role as a community hub for fans and families.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current capacity is around 11,286 (as of enabling works planned through March 2026), with phased expansion to approximately 20,200 seats in future stages.
  • Address: Vitality Stadium, Kings Park Drive, Bournemouth BH7 7AF (Dean Court location in Kings Park, Boscombe).
  • Venue type: football stadium, home ground of AFC Bournemouth since 1910.
  • Seating chart: four stands – Main Stand (West), Steve Fletcher North Stand, East Stand, and Ted MacDougall South Stand; all seated.
  • Parking: limited on-site South Stand parking; alternatives include Avonbourne Academy (free parking, walk ~10 minutes), the Sovereign Shopping Centre (paid parking, ~15-minute walk), and other public lots; buses and trains are recommended for many fans.
  • Transit: nearest rail is Pokesdown (about 1 mile, ~15-minute walk); Bournemouth Central is ~3 km away with a ~25–35 minute walk or bus; M2 More Bus and Yellow Bus services connect ground to town center and stations.
  • Nearby hotels: Durley Dean Hotel (about 8 minutes from the stadium) and the Queens Park Hotel (near Holdenhurst Road, within walking distance).
  • Notable events hosted: Elton John performed at the ground in 2006 when it was known as Fitness First Stadium; England Women and U16s have played there (e.g., 2013 England Women vs Belarus); the club purchased the stadium in 2025.