Away Fans Guide to AFC Fylde
Everything Southend United supporters need to know before travelling to Mill Farm, including the away end, travel, parking, pubs, food options, previous meetings and the TSO Away Day Map.
Know Before You Go
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AFC Fylde Matchday Map
Our interactive TSO Matchday Map highlights the key locations Southend United supporters may need when visiting Mill Farm, including parking, transport, pubs, food and drink, hotels and the away entrance.
Plan Your Trip
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Railcard eligibility, restrictions and savings vary. Always check the latest terms before buying.Recommended Accommodation
Accommodation suggestions for this away trip, including options close to the stadium, railway station or town centre. Always check the location, price and cancellation terms before booking.
Closest to Stadium
Stay right at Mill Farm Sports Village, making this the closest overnight option for Southend supporters visiting AFC Fylde. It keeps you right by the stadium complex, with a full breakfast included and Bradleyโs Sports Bar on site for food and drink.
Nearby Option
A practical nearby option for supporters travelling by car. The Villa Express sits with The Black Valais pub and food option, with free parking, free Wi-Fi and straightforward road access, making it a useful alternative if the on-site hotel is unavailable or you want a simple overnight stop.
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Things to Do Near AFC Fylde
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Journey Planning
Driving from Southend
Mill Farm is one of the longer away trips of the season, but most of the journey is on major roads. From Southend, the usual route is via the A127, M25, M1, M6 and M55. Leave the M55 at Junction 3 and follow the A585 towards Wesham. Allow around five hours before comfort stops and matchday traffic, and check live conditions shortly before setting off because delays around the M25, M1 and M6 can quickly add to the journey.
For a trip of this length, it is sensible to leave room for service-station stops, roadworks and queues on the final approach to Mill Farm. Sat-nav estimates can change considerably during the journey, so treat the quoted time as a starting point rather than a deadline and recheck the route before departure.
Walk from Kirkham & Wesham Station
Kirkham & Wesham is the nearest railway station and Mill Farm is normally around a 10 to 15-minute walk away. The distance is short enough to make rail a realistic option, although supporters should use the signed pedestrian route, cross at the proper crossing points and check live directions on the day.
A typical journey from Southend involves travelling into London, crossing to Euston, taking a northbound service to Preston and changing for Kirkham & Wesham. The outward journey is manageable with planning, but the final connection home is the important one to check, especially for evening or rearranged fixtures.
About Mill Farm
Mill Farm is one of the more modern grounds in non-league football. AFC Fylde moved there in 2016 after leaving Kellamergh Park, with the stadium forming part of the wider Mill Farm Sports Village complex. The ground is compact, tidy and built to a high standard, with the main seated West Stand dominating the stadium and terraces completing the layout around the pitch.
Away End
When segregation is in operation, away supporters are normally placed in the covered South Terrace behind the goal, which can hold around 1,000. Visiting supporters who prefer to sit are normally allocated Block A of the West Stand, although larger fixtures can use further seating. Mill Farm uses electronic barcode turnstiles, so have the correct ticket ready before joining the queue and check the match-specific allocation before travelling.
Getting There
By car, the quickest route from the Southend area is usually via the A127, M25, M1, M6 and M55, leaving at Junction 3 for the A585 towards Wesham. An A1 option may suit some journeys if there is congestion on the A127 or around the western route. By train, supporters can travel from Southend into London, cross to Euston, take a service to Preston and then connect to Kirkham & Wesham.
Parking
The North Stand car park is normally free on a first-come, first-served basis. When it fills, AFC Fylde commonly opens an overflow car park at ยฃ5 per car. Arrangements can change for individual fixtures, so check the latest club update before setting off. Visitor reviews also warn against relying on the adjacent retail parking because time limits may apply, and the official car park can take longer to clear after busy matches.
Pubs & Food
Bradleyโs Sports Bar at Mill Farm is the most convenient pre-match option when it is open to visiting supporters, with plenty of screens and food and drink available. Lane Ends on Weeton Road is the nearest established pub away from the stadium, around a ten-minute walk. Food inside the ground commonly includes pies, chips, burgers and hot dogs, while the wider Mill Farm complex has additional food outlets. Admission policies and opening times should be checked for the fixture.
Recent Southend United Meetings
| Date | Competition | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 January 2025 | National League | Roots Hall | Southend United 2-0 AFC Fylde |
| 17 September 2024 | National League | Mill Farm | AFC Fylde 2-1 Southend United |
| 13 April 2024 | National League | Mill Farm | AFC Fylde 0-2 Southend United |
| 23 September 2023 | National League | Roots Hall | Southend United 1-2 AFC Fylde |
FAQ
Where do away fans sit or stand at AFC Fylde?
Away supporters are usually placed in the South Terrace. A seated West Stand allocation may also be used for some fixtures.
What is the nearest station to Mill Farm?
Kirkham & Wesham is the nearest station, about half a mile away and normally around a 10 to 15 minute walk from the ground.
Is Mill Farm easy to reach by car?
It is close to Junction 3 of the M55, so the final approach is fairly straightforward, but it remains one of Southendโs longer away journeys.
Are there pubs near Mill Farm?
Bradleyโs Sports Bar is on site when open to away supporters. Lane Ends on Weeton Road is the nearest established pub away from the stadium, around a ten-minute walk.
Should I check official information before travelling?
Yes. Ticketing, segregation, parking and entry arrangements can vary by fixture, so always check the latest information from Southend United and AFC Fylde before setting off.