Parking in Banks's Stadium

Bescot Stadium, or Bank’s Stadium for sponsorship purposes, is the home of Walsall FC. They are known to their fans as the saddlers due to the towns historic association with the leather industry and have played at Bank’s Stadium since 1990. Their defeat of Arsenal in the 1933 FA Cup is still regarded as one of the greatest upsets in the history of the cup.

Located on the outskirts of Walsall, the stadium is served by Bescot Stadium Train Station, with direct services to Walsall, Wolverhampton, and Liverpool Lime Street, making this a popular commuter station mid week. As a result, it is is a popular area to pre-book and guarantee your parking space.

On any given match day, the stadium can see over 11,000 people fill the stands. If you are visiting the stadium, The Saddlers Club is a great location for a pre-match pint, while the King George V, a short walk from the stadium, is also a popular watering hole with home and away fans.  

Postcode for satnav: WS1 4SA

Does the Banks's Stadium have its own car park?

There is a car park available at Bank’s Stadium. It is located behind the away stand and costs £4 per car. On match days it becomes busy so it's recommended that you arrive early or pre-book an alternative nearby parking space.

Is there on-street parking around the Banks's Stadium?

It's limited but there is on-street parking available off Wallowes Lane nearby.

What restrictions are in place on Walsall FC match days?

The Blue Zone car park at the ground is allocated to away supporters only. There are two other parking areas for home fans.

What public transport options are available for getting to the Banks's Stadium?

The Bank’s Stadium is lucky enough to have its own railway station, Bescot Station, which is found behind the away end. There is a regular train service running on Saturdays on this local line from Birmingham New Street.

What’s the capacity of the Banks's Stadium?

This stadium has a capacity for 11,300 spectators.

How many away fans does the Banks's Stadium hold and what’s the away end called?

Bank’s Stadium can hold around 2,000 away fans. These supporters are seated in the University of Wolverhampton Stand at one end of the ground.

What’s the address of Walsall FC’s Banks's Stadium?

Walsall FC’s Bank’s Stadium’s address is Bescot Crescent, Walsall, WS1 4SA.