Disabled access proving to be a struggle at Hill Dickinson Stadium

Disabled access is proving to be a struggle at Hill Dickinson Stadium with many fans contemplating giving up their season tickets, according to a story by David Humphreys of the BBC.

After 124 years at Goodison Park, the men’s team moved into their new waterfront stadium at the beginning of the 2025/26 season. While David Moyes’ side is still getting used to life at Hill Dickinson Stadium - their home form has been shaky and they haven’t won here since early December - several fans are finding accessibility, particularly around parking for blue badge holders, an issue.

Stories shared by several long-time Blues supporters bring to light the long distances that they have to cover to get to and from the stadium. "You can't use a blue badge and there is nowhere you can be dropped off by taxi without having a distance to the ground," 80-year-old Mike Penn told the BBC.

"It's probably ok if you are young and fit."

He also tried the Soccerbus from Bootle but it had still involved "a fair walk into the ground".

The BBC also reported that the club was working closely with Everton Disabled Supporters' Association to understand the problems and respond to the fans’ issues.

Blue badge parking spaces have been doubled from 50 to 100 and an accessible shuttle service has also been introduced for supporters. The club is also studying alternatives, including the provision of free taxis, to help the supporters attend games regularly at the waterfront venue.

 

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