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Issue 01 · City Guide · 6 min read
Fulham
& Craven Cottage
Few football grounds anywhere in Europe possess the charm and character of Craven Cottage. Home to Fulham FC, the stadium sits beside the River Thames and is surrounded by leafy parkland. The walk to the ground, often through Bishop’s Park along the riverside, is one of the most picturesque approaches to a football stadium in England.
Club
Fulham
Stadium
Craven Cottage
Capacity
27,250
Founded
1879
League
Premier League
Words by Champions Travel · Updated May 2026
Few football grounds anywhere in Europe possess the charm and character of Craven Cottage.
Home to Fulham FC, the stadium sits beside the River Thames and is surrounded by leafy parkland. The walk to the ground, often through Bishop’s Park along the riverside, is one of the most picturesque approaches to a football stadium in England.
Watching Fulham play offers a glimpse of football tradition that feels increasingly rare in the modern game.
Chapter 01
Craven Cottage
Craven Cottage has served as Fulham’s home since 1896. The site originally contained a small hunting lodge known as “Craven Cottage”, from which the stadium takes its name.
Over time, the ground evolved into one of England’s most distinctive football venues. The famous Johnny Haynes Stand, designed by renowned stadium architect Archibald Leitch (the man also responsible for Old Trafford), remains one of the finest surviving examples of early twentieth-century football architecture.
Stadium opened
1896
Capacity
27,250
Founded
1879
League Titles
0
Unlike many modern stadiums built on the outskirts of cities, Craven Cottage sits comfortably within its surroundings. The River Thames flows just beyond one side of the stadium, while Bishop’s Park lies immediately beside the ground.
The stadium has hosted many memorable moments in Fulham’s history, including the club’s remarkable run to the 2010 UEFA Europa League Final under manager Roy Hodgson.
Despite modern upgrades, Craven Cottage retains much of its historic charm, making it one of the most beloved stadiums in English football
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The Riverside Stand redevelopment, completed in 2024, has added rooftop hospitality, a swimming pool and uninterrupted views over the Thames. The new stand transformed Craven Cottage from a charming throwback into a 21st-century football venue while preserving the original Stevenage Road Stand and the Cottage pavilion itself.
Chapter 02
Matchday
Fulham offers something very different from many modern football destinations.
Instead of vast arenas and commercial complexes, the experience revolves around riverside walks, neighbourhood pubs and a stadium that feels part of the local community.
Attending a match at. Craven Cottage is as much about the journey as the stadium itself.
Walk through Bishop’s Park. The riverside route to the stadium is one of the most memorable stadium approaches in England.
Arrive early. Pubs around Putney Bridge and Fulham are popular gathering points for supporters.
Take the Underground. Putney Bridge Station provides the most convenient route to the stadium.
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Chapter 03
Beyond the Pitch
London is a city of distinctive culture, shaped by its history, its people and its place in the wider story of European football.
For travelling supporters, London rewards a few hours of exploration alongside the football.
A weekend football trip might involve exploring London during the day before joining 27,250 supporters inside Craven Cottage for an evening match.
Neighbourhood Guide
Bishop’s Park
Matchday neighbourhood
A leafy riverside park that many supporters walk through on their way to the stadium.
Putney Bridge
Heart of the city
A lively area filled with pubs, popular with Fulham supporters on matchdays.
Fulham Riverside
Creative quarter
Scenic walks along the Thames offer views of rowing boats and historic riverside buildings.
Hammersmith
After dark
A nearby district known for music venues, theatres and restaurants.
Stay
Near the Stadium
Premier Inn Putney Bridge
Walking distance to Craven Cottage along the Thames. Reliable Premier Inn matchday base.
City Centre Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza London Westminster
Central London near Westminster. Easy District Line to Putney Bridge.
Budget Accommodation
Ibis Earls Court
Reliable budget choice in west London. Short Tube to Craven Cottage.
Airport Hotel
Hilton London Heathrow Airport
Convenient for Heathrow. Easy onward link into central London.
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Riverside Stand
Matchday Plus hospitality at the redeveloped Craven Cottage Riverside Stand. Full package details to follow.
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Home Section Seating
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