Events at Portman Road
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Stadium Overview
- Home Team: Ipswich Town
- Capacity: 30,056
- Opened: 1884
- Stands: Sir Bobby Robson Stand, Sir Alf Ramsey Stand, Cobbold Stand, West Stand
- Away supporters: Cobbold Stand
- Record attendance: 38,010 (against Leeds United, 1975)
- Public transport: Ipswich station, about 450 yards away
Portman Road is one of the oldest football grounds in England and the home of Ipswich Town. Ipswich moved here in 1884 from Broomhill Park, and the ground sits only about 450 yards from Ipswich railway station.
History of Portman Road
Ipswich's first Football League match at Portman Road was a 4-2 win over Southend United on 27 August 1938. Floodlights were installed in 1959, and the ground became all-seater in the early 1990s after the Taylor Report. The record crowd of 38,010 came for an FA Cup tie against Leeds United on 8 March 1975.
It has seen some of English football's greatest moments, including the 1981 UEFA Cup win under Bobby Robson, and the club returned to the Premier League after a 22-year absence.
The stands at Portman Road
- Sir Bobby Robson Stand: The north stand, a two-tier cantilever holding about 7,500, renamed in 2009.
- Sir Alf Ramsey Stand: The south stand, two tiers and about 7,000 seats, formerly the Churchmans Stand.
- Cobbold Stand: The east stand, built in 1971 and home to away supporters.
- West Stand: The three-tier main stand, opened in 1957 and expanded in 1983.
Away supporters at Portman Road
Visiting supporters sit in the Cobbold Stand on the east side, with up to 3,000 seats.
About Portman Road Tickets
Official tickets for Ipswich Town home games go to season ticket holders and members first, with little left for general sale. Tickets for Ipswich Town fixtures at Portman Road are available at Love1Ticket with no membership required. See all Ipswich Town tickets.
Portman Road Facilities
Food and drink: Concourse kiosks throughout serving hot food, pies, snacks and drinks.
Payment: Card and contactless payment accepted.
Tickets: Digital and print-at-home tickets accepted. Check specific fixture details in advance.
Club Shop: Located near the stadium and open on matchdays.
Accessible facilities: Accessible seating and toilet facilities throughout. Contact the club for specific requirements.
Family section: Dedicated family areas available for selected fixtures.
Bags: A bag policy is in operation. Check restrictions before travelling.
Popular Events at Portman Road
- Premier League
- FA Cup
- EFL (Carabao) Cup
East Anglian Derby - Ipswich Town vs Norwich City is one of the fiercest and most celebrated regional rivalries in English football.
Football at Portman Road
Ipswich vs Aston Villa
From £117
Ipswich vs Newcastle
From £154
Ipswich vs Brentford
From £237
Ipswich vs Chelsea
From £387
Ipswich vs Coventry
From £232
Ipswich vs Hull City
From £297
Ipswich vs Tottenham
From £290
Ipswich vs Arsenal
From £387
Ipswich vs Brighton
From £237
Ipswich vs Crystal Palace
From £297
Ipswich vs Manchester United
From £485
Ipswich vs Leeds
From £237
Ipswich vs Manchester City
From £485
Ipswich vs Everton
From £297Where to stay near Portman Road
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Getting There
Portman Road Transport Guide
Rail and Underground
- Ipswich: On the Great Eastern Main Line from London Liverpool Street. The ground is about 450 yards from the station.
Good to know
- The ground is in the town centre, so many fans walk.
- Check the club's matchday travel page for parking and road closures.
Frequently Asked Questions
In the centre of Ipswich, Suffolk, about 450 yards from Ipswich railway station.
30,056.
Ipswich station is about 450 yards from the ground, a short walk.
In the Cobbold Stand, with up to 3,000 seats.
Bobby Robson, who won the UEFA Cup with Ipswich in 1981.