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Food and Drink

Stoke City Football Club - bet365 Stadium, Stanley Matthews Way, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 4EG

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Outer Concourse

  • There is step-free access around the concourse, however there are some very slight slopes in places. The surface of the concourse varies between block paving and concrete.
    There are some steps located outside the Boothen End (North Stand). These steps can be bypassed by using the dropped kerbs and the designated pathway in the North Car Park.
    There are also steps located on the concourse between the ticket office and the Q-railing Stand (West Stand). These can be bypassed via the ramp on the opposite side of the access road, within West Car Park 1. There are pedestrian road crossings with bollards on either side of the ramp.
  • On matchdays there are food and drink stands located around the concourse; at the Boothen End (North Stand), on the corner between The Caldwell Construction Stand (South Stand) and The Franklyn Stand (West Stand), on the Tile Mountain Stand (East Stand), on the corner between the Tile Mountain (East Stand) and The Caldwell Construction Stand (South Stand) and on the away section of The Caldwell Construction Stand (South Stand).
    There are programme stalls located around the concourse.
  • There is step-free access from the concourse to all of the stands.
  • On matchdays the away section of The Caldwell Construction Stand (South Stand) is sectioned off.
    There are gates manned with stewards on either side of the concourse outside of the away section of The Caldwell Construction Stand (South Stand).
    Access between The Caldwell Construction Stand (South Stand) and The Franklyn Stand (West Stand) is possible via the public footpath along Stanley Matthews Way.
  • Clear directional signage is provided on the concourse.
  • There is a stadium plan/map on the concourse.
  • There is a steward/member of staff available for assistance on matchdays.

Food and Drink (Boothen End (North Stand))

  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are located along the Boothen End (North Stand) concourse and in the upper platform designated seating area.
  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access to the food and drink counter(s).
  • The height of the food and drink counter(s) is/are high (110cm+).
  • There is a low section at the food and drink counter(s) with a height of 76cm or below.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the lowered section(s) of the food and drink counter(s).
  • The lowered food and drink counter(s) has/have a separate queue.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the food and drink counter(s).
  • Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
  • Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • There is a steward available to provide assistance with ordering food and drink.
  • Stewards can assist in taking food and drink to the designated seating area(s).

Food and Drink (The Tile Mountain Stand - East Stand)

  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are located along the Tile Mountain Stand (East Stand) concourse.
  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access to the food and drink counter(s).
  • The height of the food and drink counter(s) is/are medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is a low section at the food and drink counter(s) with a height of 76cm or below.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section(s) of the food and drink counter(s).
  • The lowered food and drink counter(s) has/have a separate queue.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the food and drink counter(s).
  • Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
  • Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • There is a steward available to provide assistance with ordering food and drink.
  • Stewards can assist in taking food and drink to the designated seating area(s).

Food and Drink (The Franklyn Stand (West Stand) Lower Tier)

  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are located along The Franklyn Stand (West Stand) Lower Tier concourse.
  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access to the food and drink counter(s).
  • The height of the food and drink counter(s) is/are medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is a low section at some of the food and drink counters with a height of 76cm or below.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section(s) of the food and drink counter(s).
  • The lowered food and drink counter(s) has/have a separate queue.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the food and drink counter(s).
  • Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
  • Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • There is a steward available to provide assistance with ordering food and drink.
  • Stewards can assist in taking food and drink to the designated seating area(s).

Food and Drink (The Franklyn Stand (West Stand) Upper Tier)

  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are located along The Franklyn Stand (West Stand) Upper Tier concourse.
  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access to the food and drink counter(s), via lift.
  • The height of the food and drink counter(s) is/are medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is a low section at the food and drink counter(s) with a height of 76cm or below.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section(s) of the food and drink counter(s).
  • The lowered food and drink counter(s) has/have a separate queue.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the food and drink counter(s).
  • Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
  • Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • There is a steward available to provide assistance with ordering food and drink.

Food and Drink (The Caldwell Construction Stand (South Stand))

  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are located along the Caldwell Construction Stand (South Stand) concourse and next to the upper platform designated seating area.
  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access to the food and drink counter(s).
  • The height of the food and drink counter(s) is/are medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is a low section at some of the food and drink counters with a height of 76cm or below.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section(s) of the food and drink counter(s).
  • Some of the lowered food and drink counter(s) have a separate queue.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at some of the food and drink counters.
  • The hearing assistance system(s) is/are fixed.
  • The hearing assistance system(s) is/are signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the system.
  • Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
  • Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • There is a steward available to provide assistance with ordering food and drink.
  • Stewards can assist in taking food and drink to the designated seating area(s).

Food and Drink (The Caldwell Construction Stand (South Stand)) Visiting Supporters)

  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are located along The Caldwell Construction Stand (South Stand) Visiting Supporters concourse.
  • The food and drink counter(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access to the food and drink counter(s).
  • The height of the food and drink counter(s) is/are medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is a low section at the food and drink counter(s) with a height of 76cm or below.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section(s) of the food and drink counter(s).
  • The lowered food and drink counter(s) has/have a separate queue.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the food and drink counter(s).
  • Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
  • Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • There is a steward available to provide assistance with ordering food and drink.
  • Stewards can assist in taking food and drink to the designated seating area(s).

Eating and Drinking (Ricardos Bar - First Floor)

  • The following information is for the bar.
  • There is stepped access to the bar.
  • There is a/are double, heavy manual door(s) to access this area.
  • Full table service is not available.
  • Food and/or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
  • Food and/or drinks can be brought to the table.
  • The height of the service counter is high (110cm+) .
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
  • There is step-free access within the bar.
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • This area does play background music.
  • Background music varies according to the function/event.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl, tiles and laminate.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • The nearest table is approximately 1m from the entrance/opening.
  • The nearest table is approximately 1m from the till/counter.
  • The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 48cm.
  • The distance between the floor and the highest table is 110cm.
  • The standard height for tables is 67cm.
  • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
  • Plastic/takeaway cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • Children are welcomed in the bar area.
  • There are wall menus available.
  • Menus are not available in Braille.
  • Menus are not available in large print.
  • Picture menus are not available.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Comments View
    • This area is for members only.
    • Food is ordered at the downstairs bar.

Eating and Drinking (Ricardos Bar - First Floor)

  • The following information is for the bar.
  • There is stepped access to the bar.
  • There is a/are double, heavy manual door(s) to access this area.
  • Full table service is not available.
  • Food and/or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
  • Food and/or drinks can be brought to the table.
  • The height of the service counter is high (110cm+) .
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
  • There is step-free access within the bar.
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • This area does play background music.
  • Background music varies according to the function/event.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl, tiles and laminate.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • The nearest table is approximately 1m from the entrance/opening.
  • The nearest table is approximately 1m from the till/counter.
  • The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 48cm.
  • The distance between the floor and the highest table is 110cm.
  • The standard height for tables is 67cm.
  • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
  • Plastic/takeaway cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • Children are welcomed in the bar area.
  • There are wall menus available.
  • Menus are not available in Braille.
  • Menus are not available in large print.
  • Picture menus are not available.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Comments View
    • This area is for members only.
    • Food is ordered at the downstairs bar.