Tuesday night sees Premier League football return to London Stadium, as West Ham United host city rivals Crystal Palace on Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
West Ham have enjoyed a resurgence of late, unbeaten in the league in 2018 and now sitting at 11th in the Premier League table. Crystal Palace are on the up too, also seeing the rewards of a change in management which has seen the Eagles soar as high as 13th. Joao Mario, signed on loan by the Hammers from Inter Milan, is set to make his league debut after signing in time for their Emirates FA Cup contest at Wigan.
Last time the sides met at London Stadium, Andy Carroll scored a spectacular overhead kick in the Hammers' 3-0 victory.
We'd like to encourage all fans to arrive early for the fixture, and pay attention to the search regime in place for West Ham United matches here at London Stadium to ensure the best possible experience when visiting the venue.
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Changes to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park walking routes:
To support the development of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park's new communities, areas of temporary hoarding will be in place next to Bridge 2, through Mandeville Place and up to Waterden Road, from mid-January 2018 to winter 2019.
All existing areas of the park will remain open during this time, but the walking route for fans visiting London Stadium coming from Hackney Wick will be affected slightly, as illustrated in the below map (download by clicking here). Bridge 3 will now only be accessible from Marshgate Terrace.
Fans who use Turnstiles A, B & C for entry to London Stadium are recommended to enter through Bridge Two, then walk along Stadium Island before entering the venue.
For supporters visiting Club London, who have previously been advised to enter the Stadium via Bridge 3, there will now be a dedicated hospitality lane on Bridge 2 to ensure a hassle free entrance.
There has also been a change to the entrance to the Park from Westfield, with supporters now able to walk directly from Chestnut Plaza, instead of being diverted via John Lewis.
Please see and download a printable map showing the developments in QEOP here...
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Supporters using Stratford regional station after the conclusion of the match, please be aware that access to the station will be exclusively via the Northern Ticket Hall on Monfitchet Road, directly opposite the entrance to Westfield Shopping Centre, instead of using the bridge to the south of the station.
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Hours of play:
Kickoff between West Ham United and Crystal Palace is set for 19:45, with London Stadium opening the turnstiles for supporters 90 minutes ahead of the match, at 18:15.
Supporters can take advantage of early access drinks discounts inside London Stadium ahead of this match, with deals available for the first half hour until 18:45.
Hospitality guests for the fixture can enjoy entry to London Stadium via Entrance B on Podium level from 17:30.
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Bridge Searching:
Our search process for this season is designed to improve security, reduce queuing times at turnstiles and alleviate congestion around the podium level.
The regime sees bag search checkpoints stationed directly adjacent to the bridges leading on to the stadium island, a process has been used throughout London Stadium’s summer of concerts and world athletics and proved particularly successful in helping the flow of spectators to the stadium.
In order to allow easy access and cause minimal delays, it is recommended that supporters arrive at least one hour prior to kick-off and avoid bringing any bags to matches unless absolutely necessary. Large suitcases or luggage are not permitted in the stadium.
All bags will be searched and supporters may also be asked to remove jackets or coats in preparation for search. All approved bags are also subject to additional inspections within the Stadium. There will be an access lane at each checkpoint for supporters with accessibility needs.
These are not ticket check points, allowing supporters without tickets to gain access to the podium and visit the Stadium Store and Ticket Offices.
For ticket collections, please use Bridge Two for the quickest entry to Stadium Island, hospitality guests are best advised to enter over Bridge Three, and away fans should enter over Bridge Four.
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Bags and baggage:
We would like to discourage all supporters from bringing bags to West Ham matches unless absolutely necessary. Please note that if you do need to bring a bag with you, please arrive early and allow plenty of time to accommodate a full search before entry. Large items of baggage, and luggage, are not permitted.
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Late Entry Turnstiles:
Additionally at London Stadium this season, each entrance section on the podium will have one late turnstile open after kick-off. Any supporters who arrive late for the match are advised to head to the relevant entrance for their seat, where they will be directed to the late-opening turnstile.
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Travelling to London Stadium:
London Stadium is located within Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, and benefits from the capital’s finest transport links.
We’re proud to call Stratford our home with unsurpassed transport links from Stratford, Stratford International, Pudding Mill Lane and Hackney Wick stations.
Expect to be welcomed on Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park by our friendly stewarding & volunteering teams, who will aid you in making your way to London Stadium.
The West Ham United Shuttle Bus Service will be in operation for disabled guests as normal.
For more information relevant to your mode of travel, follow this link for specific instructions relating to train & tube, bus, bike, car & motorcycle, taxi & plane
Away fans travelling by supporters' coaches, to reach London Stadium after being dropped in the coach parking, follow the footpath around Pudding Mill Lane DLR station, before continuing under the railway bridge and walking north, under the greenway toward the away seating at the Stadium.
Members of our stewarding team will be on-hand to direct you toward the Stadium.
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Ticket Collections
Home fans can collect tickets from the West Ham United ticket office, located on stadium island, while away tickets can be collected from the Northern Ticket Office. Tickets for this match are sold out, with limited returned seats available via West Ham United's ticket exchange. Find out more information here.
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Supporter Services
Baby Changing Facilities
Baby changing facilities are available on each level of London Stadium. On an event day, simply ask one of our friendly stewarding team for the closest baby change location to your seat.
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Lost & Found
Please report all lost or found property to the nearest member of staff at London Stadium. If you are no longer at the venue, please email our customer services team at customerservice@londonstadium.com.
Any found items will be kept for two weeks, before being discarded.
London Stadium is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
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Accessible Information
For information regarding accessible travel to London Stadium, find out more here.
Accessible seating is available on each level at London Stadium, including: aisle seats, seats with few or no steps nearby, seating which have nothing directly in front of them, and those closest to toilet facilities.
Numerous rest areas and benches are located across Stadium Island and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Members of staff from West Ham United’s accessibility teams will be on hand and proactive at London Stadium, as well as providing support on key routes in and out of the venue.
Kindly note that if you have your own wheelchair, it will be left in designated areas at the owner’s risk.
Five windows at the West Ham United ticket office are at accessible height for wheelchair users, and use induction loops to support visitors using hearing aids.
Assistance dogs are welcome into London Stadium, and can stay in wheelchair bays. Kindly note that any assistance dogs must remain with their owner at all times.
