Valley Parade Seating Plan, University of Bradford Stadium best Seats, Parking, Events

Valley Parade is a football stadium situated in Bradford, West Yorkshire. University of Bradford Stadium is the current name of the stadium after the naming agreement. It can accommodate approximately 25000 visited during football games. The Valley Parade seating plan is popular among visitors for locating their seats. It is also known as Bradford Stadium due to its location.

Valley Parade Stadium was opened in 1886 and was the home stadium of Manningham Football Club from its opening until 1903. It has been the home stadium of Bradford City Association Football Club since 1903. It was the home ground of Bradford (Park Avenue) Association Football Club and Bradford Bulls rugby league club in the past. Bradford City AFC’s home games have been hosted at this Stadium during the season. Other sports are also hosted at this ground, apart from football.




39,146 was the record attendance at the Valley Parade during the 1911 Association football match. It has undergone various renovations over the years, and it can currently hold 24840 spectators.

Valley Parade Seating Plan

The color-coded map of the University of Bradford Stadium shows the locations of all seating areas, the goal posts, and the field. The location of the family stand, premium seats, and the away supporters section is also depicted on the Valley Parade seating chart. Executive boxes are the premium sections with hospitality services at Valley Parade.

Disabled access and seating areas are indicated on the map. Multiple sections are reserved for accessible seats. Pre-reservation is recommended for these seats at Valley Parade Stadium before big events. ADA changing rooms, washrooms, and other required facilities are situated near the handicapped seats.

Valley Parade Best Seats

The lower-level seats in the Cooperative stand and Midland Road stand are good and situated around the Halfway line. The view is good, and demand is also high. Visitors with a generous budget can choose suites/boxes for extra comfort and luxury services. The view from the upper level is elevated and they are among the affordable seats.

The seats behind the goalposts are good for the atmosphere. Visitors can also witness the scoring moment from these sections. The seats on the lower level are more expensive than the seats on the upper level. The last-row seats and extreme-corner seats have a limited view of the field.

Valley Parade Parking

On-site parking for the supporters is not available at the stadium. Limited accessible parking is available at Valley Parade on a first-come, first-served basis. Blue Badge accessible parking is limited at the Stadium during big events; therefore, early arrival is recommended. Multiple parking lots are situated around the stadium within a 15 to 20-minute walking distance. Bradford City Center Car Parks and the Broadway Shopping Center Car Park are the primary car parks near the University of Bradford Stadium.




NCP & Private Car Parks are also within a 15 to 20-minute walk, and pre-booking is recommended. On-street parking is also available; however, it is subject to availability and restrictions. Drop-off points are situated near the stadium. Valley Parade is served by Bradford Forster Square and Bradford Interchange stations. Both are situated within a walking distance of 15 to 20 minutes. It is also accessible by bus service and bus stops are situated near the stadium. It is recommended to arrive at the stadium at least 90 minutes before the kick-off.

Valley Parade Bag Policy

Only small bags, after screening, containing essential items are allowed at the University of Bradford Stadium. Diaper bags, small bags/clutch, baby food, medical kits, etc can also be taken inside the stadium. Large bags and prohibited items are not allowed inside the Valley Parade. There is no public storage facility at the stadium; therefore, visitors are advised to plan accordingly. Strict security checks are conducted at all the entrances of Valley Parade Stadium.




Visitors can also visit this official link to learn more about parking, transportation, directions, and match-day tips.

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