As the new season at DPD Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens is now underway, Northampton Saints would like to remind supporters of some important changes to matchday parking arrangements that came into effect last season, and may affect your journey to the ground.
These changes remain in place for the 2026/27 campaign.
Reduced capacity in Claret Car Park
West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) took ownership of the Claret Car Park in the summer of 2025, and is now using part of the site for temporary accommodation.
As a result, around 400 parking spaces that were previously available on Saints matchdays are no longer accessible.
The remaining section of the Claret Car Park, along with Car Park D, continues to operate on matchdays, but with reduced capacity.
Spaces within these car parks for supporters who do not have a seasonal parking pass are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis – and the Club is unable to guarantee onsite parking availability at DPD Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens.
Supporters are therefore encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra time when travelling to the stadium.
Matchday parking options
The Claret Car Park and Car Park D (both NN5 5JT) remain available on Saints matchdays, subject to capacity, for £10 on the day – payable via contactless payment on arrival.
Seasonal Car Park D passes remain valid, and a dedicated area is reserved to help ensure increased demand does not result in pass holders being unable to find a space.
The entrance to the Claret Car Park has changed, with supporters approaching from Sixfields now needing to use the first entrance on the right-hand side.
In due course, an ANPR barrier will be installed at the Claret Car Park by WNC. Once in place, supporters parking there on matchdays will need to pay via WNC’s WestPARK system.
Alternative parking at Sixfields
- For fixtures where Northampton Town FC are not playing at home on the same day, supporters can also use the Cobblers’ West Car Park at Sixfields.
- Located around a mile from DPD Stadium, the car park is approximately a 15 to 20-minute walk from the Supporter Village and provides additional capacity on busy matchdays.
- The Cobblers’ West Car Park will be open from 3hrs before kick-off on matchdays.
- Parking at Sixfields is managed by Northampton Town FC and costs £5 on the day, payable via contactless payment on arrival.
- Please note that Saints seasonal parking passes are not valid in this car park.
- If Car Park D and the Claret Car Park fill up, supporters will be directed to the Cobblers’ West Car Park.
Consider alternative ways to travel
Supporters may also wish to consider alternative ways of getting to DPD stadium:
- Stagecoach buses offer special deals at weekends, with groups of up to five people able to travel anywhere within the Northampton area for £6 all day on Saturdays and Sundays.
- On Saints matchdays, Season Ticket Holders can also purchase a £5 return bus ticket for travel anywhere within the Northampton area.
- Northampton Train Station is a short walk from the stadium.
- Voi e‑scooters are available across the town, with parking available on Weedon Road.
- Car sharing is also encouraged.
Parking considerately
DPD Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens is located within a residential area. The Club strongly encourages supporters to use official Club car parks wherever possible.
Should supporters choose to park elsewhere, they are asked to do so with due care and respect for local residents and businesses.
Please allow extra time
With fewer parking spaces available than in previous seasons, supporters are encouraged to arrive earlier wherever possible – particularly for high-demand fixtures.
By planning ahead and allowing extra time for your journey, you can help us ensure everyone enjoys the best possible matchday experience at DPD Stadium.
We thank you for your patience and cooperation, and ask that you are respectful towards Club staff as everyone adjusts to these changes. The Club will continue to work diligently to ensure matchdays run as smoothly as possible.