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Best Seating to Leave Quickly After the Game
If you need to catch a train immediately after the game or have a long drive home, strategic seating can save you 15–20 minutes.
Fastest Exits
- Jimmy McIlroy Stand, Lower Tier (sections nearest the exits): Ideal if you're catching a train from Burnley Manchester Road. These sections have direct access toward Yorkshire Street. Leave at 85 minutes or immediately at full-time for the fastest escape.
- Bob Lord Stand, Lower Sections: Good access to Brunshaw Road and nearby parking areas.
Slowest Exits
- Upper tier corners of any stand, narrow stairways cause bottlenecks
- James Hargreaves Stand upper tier, spiral staircases slow exits
Alternative Strategy
Rather than leaving early (and missing the game), wait 15–20 minutes post-game. Crowds clear significantly during this time. The Bishop Blaize pub or Burnley Cricket Club are good places to wait out the rush.
Best Seating Sections During Bad Weather
Turf Moor’s roof covers the stands but not the field, meaning rain protection varies by seat.
Fully Protected Sections
- James Hargreaves Stand, rows 10 and higher (both tiers)
- Jimmy McIlroy Stand, rows 10 and higher (both tiers)
- Bob Lord Stand, rows 15 and higher
- Cricket Field Stand, middle sections, rows 12 and higher
Partially Protected Sections
- Front rows (1–10) in all stands
- Corner sections, wind can drive rain sideways
Most Exposed Sections
- Upper tier corners (northeast, northwest, southeast, southwest)
General Advice: Bring a waterproof jacket regardless of seat location. Umbrellas are banned for safety reasons.
Best Time to Enter Turf Moor by Seating Section
Turnstiles open 90 minutes before kickoff. For most games, arriving 45–60 minutes early allows you to clear security, find your seat, grab refreshments, and soak up the atmosphere without rushing.
Section-Specific Timing
- James Hargreaves Stand (North, Upper Tier): Arrive 60+ minutes early. This two-tiered stand has spiral staircases that create bottlenecks 30 minutes before kickoff. The upper tier requires a longer climb.
- Jimmy McIlroy Stand (South, Upper Tier): Arrive 50–60 minutes early for upper tier seats. Lower tier can arrive 40 minutes before without issues.
- Bob Lord Stand (West): Single-tiered stand with good access. Arrive 40–45 minutes before kickoff.
- Cricket Field Stand / David Fishwick Stand (East, Away Section): Arrive 50–60 minutes early. Away sections typically experience thorough security searches, and this stand shares space with home fans, creating higher foot traffic. Turnstiles 48–55 (entrance P) serve away fans.
Peak Entry Times: 30–15 minutes before kickoff is the busiest period at turnstiles. Avoid this window if you want a stress-free entry.
Big Games: For derby games or high-profile fixtures, add an extra 15 minutes to the recommendations above.