Anjishnu Roy 18/03/2025 12comments  |  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 p.m. 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 OK 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.

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