Anjishnu Roy 18/03/2025 20comments  |  Jump to last

Everton will host the second test event at the Everton Stadium in Bramley-Moore Dock on March 23 where the club’s U21s will take on Bolton Wanderers B. This test event, set to host nearly 25,000 fans, will also feature an evacuation procedure which is necessary to obtain the safety licence for the venue that will serve as the club’s home ground from next season.

The new stadium opened its doors to fans for the first time on February 17 as 10,000 lucky Evertonians witnessed the U18s take on Wigan Athletic. The planned test events are necessary for the club to obtain the licence and safety certificates to operate the stadium at its full capacity of 52,888.

Tickets for the second test event have already been sold out. As part of the evacuation procedure, fans will be asked to evacuate the stadium during the second-half and before the full-time whistle is blown.

Spectators will be safely guided out of the stadium and have already been informed not to congregate in groups outside. They will be asked to leave like they would after a match comes to an end and once outside, they can’t return back inside.

The entire process will help emergency services and local authorities plan a large-scale evacuation of the site in case of an emergency. Supporters have been requested to follow the rules to fulfil the purpose of the second test event.

Everton are currently discussing with local transport authorities how to manage the flow of people away from Bramley-Moore Dock. The event will kick off at 2:00 pm local time and those attending the game have been advised to avoid the Kingsway Tunnel which will be fully closed from 7:00 pm onwards. The Queensway Tunnel will remain open as usual.

 

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Danny O'Neill
1 Posted 18/03/2025 at 17:16:11
I wouldn't like to be travelling from the Wirral.

A walk from town for me.

Brian Williams
2 Posted 18/03/2025 at 17:26:03
Danny. I'll be travelling from the Wirral. Train to James Street, walk to BMD.

Same in reverse at the end. No problem, no drama, mate.

Nigel Scowen
3 Posted 18/03/2025 at 17:35:00
Brian @2,

I would say it's no worse than it is now, Brian. Currently it's a train to Moorfields, change for a train to Kirkdal e and then walk 15 minutes to Goodison.

Brian Williams
4 Posted 18/03/2025 at 19:59:56
Exactly Nigel. I'd like to see the stadium that exists where it's NOT chaotic as 40k plus people leave at the same time.
Ray Roche
5 Posted 18/03/2025 at 20:09:48
I still haven’t had any information or ticket despite being told that I was successful in the ballot!
Ian Bennett
6 Posted 18/03/2025 at 20:21:08
Mine came tonight, Ray, on email.
Danny O'Neill
7 Posted 18/03/2025 at 20:22:02
I have the confirmation email and the details about the evacuation Ray. The club told me yesterday that the digital tickets will be emailed in the next couple of days.

Going to the wire!!

Allen Rodgers
8 Posted 18/03/2025 at 20:38:25
Danny, going by other forums, I think most people have had the email today. I got mine at 4:12 pm.

I've downloaded my ticket via the Everton App, whether it will work at the turnstile is another question.

Liam Mogan
9 Posted 18/03/2025 at 20:39:01
Not sure what all the fuss is about. I christened the ground with my own evacuation procedure at the first test game.
Mike Gaynes
10 Posted 18/03/2025 at 20:45:11
Liam, I had a similar joke in preparation, something about testing the toilets. You're too quick.
Mike Connolly
11 Posted 18/03/2025 at 20:51:04
Does anyone know whether we will be able to purchase the plastic card to get in next season. I prefer it being a Dinosaur.

Also easy to pass to your mates when you can't attend. I really hope this option will be available.

Ian Bennett
12 Posted 18/03/2025 at 21:05:23
The club phoned my dad, to ask him if he was okay walking to the top tier of the new stadium.

He asked if he could still do plastic cards, and you can, but they're not keen on dolling them out.

Mike Connolly
13 Posted 18/03/2025 at 21:50:40
They normally charge you for dolling them out.

Shouldn't be a problem. walking to the top tier Ian thought they had escalators.

It will be like fucking Newcastle every game. That waiting list will dwindle… they will have to have quite a few defibrillators ready at the top!

Danny O'Neill
14 Posted 18/03/2025 at 21:55:42
I've scaled those 190+ steps at Newcastle, only to realise there was a lift afterwards!!
Mike Connolly
15 Posted 18/03/2025 at 22:01:27
Where did you find the lift Danny. I seen my mate halfway up the Stairs At Newcastle night match. I said how long have you been there. he said since 5 oclock.
Horrendous. never been back since you need an Iron lung to get up them stairs
Danny O'Neill
16 Posted 18/03/2025 at 22:16:44
People of the older persuasion who made the climb were resting on the way up Mike.

I didn't find it, a Newcastle mate told me afterwards.

Not to mention needing binoculars to watch the match. Apparently they get away with that for some reason as away supporters should be accommodated with at least part the section close to the pitch.

Danny O'Neill
17 Posted 18/03/2025 at 22:28:22
Mike Connolly
18 Posted 18/03/2025 at 22:53:13
spot on Mike like watching a subuto match.
Ted Roberts
19 Posted 18/03/2025 at 23:03:43
Got my digital ticket today for East Stand Upper.I opted for this position so that I can hopefully get to see and feel the full magnitude of the stadium,looking down rather then looking up from the lower pitch side seating,where,in reality, I would opt for if lucky enough to get a match day ticket next season.This venture into the dizzy heights of Everton Stadium will definitely be a one off,69 is a bit late to be getting adventurous.Looking forward to the visit,virtual views and drone views can’t replicate the reality,only drawback is that it will be a longer walk down to facilitate the evacuation process.Ah well,what goes up,must come down,so they say.:)
Eric Myles
20 Posted 19/03/2025 at 01:00:46
Will they be announcing "Operation Goodison commences?"

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