Matchday Guide: Everton v Nottingham Forest

Everton host Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Saturday (3pm KO) at Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Fans will be able to enter through the Regent Road wall from midday, with turnstiles opening at 1pm.

Supporters are reminded that all the relevant information to help you plan your matchday, including our dedicated Travel Hub and more on food and drink, digital tickets, accessibility and what’s happening in and around the ground, is readily available at evertonc.com/matchday.

FOR OUR FULL EVERTON V NOTTINGHAM FOREST MATCHDAY GUIDE, CLICK HERE

This includes more information on the newly-installed Talking Bench, which will be manned ahead of each matchday by trained staff from Everton in the Community’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub, who are are easily identified by their bright orange bibs.

The team will be in place two hours before kick-off and are available for any supporter to chat to.

The Talking Bench, named in honour of former Everton captain Gary Speed, offers a space where individuals can pause, speak openly, or simply sit alongside others without judgment. The bench also helps by signposting vulnerable people to mental health support. Read more HERE

Traffic Management Trial

A Traffic Management Trial will again be in place following Saturday’s game, which involves a temporary one-way system in place on Blackstone Street and Boundary Street, and road closures, both before and after the game.

Fans are advised not to travel to the stadium by car, as these measures are in place to ensure those leaving the ground can move away from the area quickly and safely. Our Travel Hub, which also features in the guide, above, includes all relevant information and alternative travel options.

The Budweiser Plaza, open from midday, features a live DJ and, for the winter season, an increased number of food and drink outlets, expanded bar areas and festive touches. New hot food options from some recognised local vendors, not available inside the stadium, will be introduced, while additional E-Bars have been introduced to help speed up service.

Full details of the enhancements are HERE.

Winter Menu

A Winter menu, available across the concourses and in Club View, is readily available across the stadium, along with the following early bird deals, which will run for the first 30 minutes of turnstiles opening and includes:

• Early Bird deal of 2 pints of Budweiser for £10 (available at all outlets that serves Bud).
• Early Bird deal of 1 x Salt and Pepper Share Box & 2 pints of Budweiser for £27.50 (available at Flight Birds in the North Stand on Level 0 and in the South Stand on Level 2).
• Early Bird meal deal of 1 Salt & Pepper Share Box & 2 pints of San Miguel for £29.50 (available at Flight Birds in the corner of the North and West Stands on Level 2).

Smoking and Vaping

Complaints have been received regarding smoking and vaping in the stands, toilets, and adjacent areas of Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Supporters are reminded that stadium signage clearly indicates that smoking and vaping (including electronic cigarettes) is strictly prohibited in all areas of Hill Dickinson Stadium. 

Persistent smoking or vaping negatively impacts the matchday experience for fellow supporters and will not be tolerated.

Anyone found smoking or vaping inside the stadium may be ejected and could face further disciplinary action by the Club, including the withdrawal of a Season Ticket.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all supporters.