Wembley Stadium

At a glance -

• Access: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

• Booking: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

• Experience: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

• Transport/facilities: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

More in depth -

Access:

• Excellent. Wheelchair spaces are easy to reach without lifts on the concourse level.

• Accessible entrance with security scanning, toilets available although never used,

Booking:

• Must be done via Wembley’s dedicated accessibility phone line. First-time callers need to provide disability ID; after that, ticket purchases are quick with your fan number, although must be in office open hours.

• Companion seating Provided alongside wheelchair spaces.

Experience:

• Friendly, positive environment at women’s matches; felt safe even travelling alone.

• Can be busy, but staff are friendly and help direct to seat

Transport and nearby facilities:

• Tube access from King’s Cross to Wembley Park is step-free with assistance if needed.

• Premier Inn Wembley Stadium is within walking distance of the stadium

• Area around the stadium, including Olympic Way, is wheelchair-friendly with hard surfaces and gentle gradients.

The first trip I want to share here is my visit to Wembley Stadium, one of my absolute favourite places to go. It ticks every box for me: live sport (which I adore), London (which I also adore), and most importantly, some of the best accessibility I’ve ever experienced at a venue of this size.

I’ve visited Wembley three times now. My first trip was overwhelming in the best possible way: the UEFA Women’s Euro Final in 2022, England vs Germany. It was my very first live professional football match, and what a one to start with! The fact that England won probably adds a rose-tinted glow to the memory, but honestly, I could have cried when I entered the stadium. The atmosphere was electric, the tension palpable, and the excitement sky high. I had never felt anything like it before.

Surprisingly, the stadium itself felt smaller than I’d expected, but the noise was on an entirely different level, think they now call it a “core memory” moment. Since then, I’ve returned for the 2023 Finalissima (again supporting the Lionesses) and the 3 Women’s FA Cup Finals. Each time, the magic was still there.

My chosen route is a train from Wakefield Westgate to King’s Cross, followed by the Tube from King’s Cross to Wembley Park. I’ll review both fully in separate posts, but in short: the journey is smooth, accessible, and even fun when you end up chatting with fellow fans.

I usually stay at the Premier Inn Wembley Stadium, highly recommended for its location directly across from the venue, again another post on this later.

For Wembley events, I always book wheelchair-accessible seating. The process is done entirely by phone through their accessibility line. The first time, I had to provide disability ID and set up an account, but now I simply give my fan number and the booking is done quickly.

Before arriving, I print my ticket for easy scanning. Only small bags are allowed, so I pack lightly; phone, purse (events I’ve attended have been card-only), and on one occasion, hand warmers for the chilly April weather.

Arriving at the stadium, the accessible entrance is clearly signed. Staff scan your ticket, guide you through security, and then you’re inside and free to find your seat. This is where I had my biggest surprise: I didn’t need a lift at all. I simply wheeled straight to my section, parked up, and enjoyed the match. Simple, smooth, and stress-free.

Inside, there are plenty of merchandise stalls, food counters, and programme stands. It gets busy, there are nearly 80,000 people after all, but staff are consistently polite and helpful. I haven't used the accessible toilets myself, but I’ve seen a good number available throughout the concourse.

If you visit on a match day, I highly recommend soaking up the atmosphere on Olympic Way. It’s fully wheelchair-friendly, with a gentle ramp from Wembley Park station and a solid, smooth surface all the way down. There are convenience shops and places to grab food, plus the perfect view of the Wembley Arch, ideal for that must-have selfie.

At women’s matches, the crowd feels especially friendly. I’ve attended alone more than once and never felt unsafe or uncomfortable. Fans happily chat, and the general vibe is welcoming and uplifting.

Every visit I’ve made to Wembley has been smooth, exciting, and hugely enjoyable. I honestly think everyone should experience it at least once, access needs or not.

Next on my list? The Wembley Stadium Tour. I’ll definitely be reviewing that when I go, so stay tuned!