Premier League Accessibility League Table 2025/26

At Halton Stairlifts, we believe accessibility is not just a box to tick. It is about making sure everyone can enjoy the moments that matter.

In football, that means giving every supporter, regardless of mobility needs, the chance to experience the thrill of a live match without unnecessary obstacles.

That is why we are proud to share the results of our Premier League Accessibility League Table 2025/26, our annual ranking of the most inclusive stadiums in the top tier of English football.

Everton sets a new standard

This year’s number one spot goes to Everton’s brand-new Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Opening its doors for the first time this season, the waterfront arena has set the bar high for modern stadium design, with:

• 279 wheelchair positions for home and away supporters
• 3 Changing Places facilities for those with complex needs
• 58 accessible toilets across the ground
• Step-free access throughout the stadium
• Sensory and quiet rooms for fans who need a calmer matchday environment
• Inclusive faith spaces

It is a great example of how accessibility can be built into every stage of planning rather than added on as an afterthought.

Premier League Accessibility League Table 2025/26

Where improvement is still needed

Not every club has caught up yet. Fulham’s Craven Cottage and Nottingham Forest’s City Ground sit at the bottom of the table, mainly due to limited wheelchair spaces and the absence of Changing Places facilities.

As our mobility expert Neil McKenzie explains:

While some Premier League clubs have made huge strides in making their stadiums accessible for all fans, the league as a whole still faces a mixed picture. Supporters with disabilities shouldn’t have to fight for the same matchday experience as everyone else. At certain grounds, that’s still the reality.

Accessibility shouldn’t be about meeting minimum legal standards. It’s about creating an environment where every supporter feels welcomed, valued, and able to enjoy the game without unnecessary obstacles. Clubs that are lagging behind need to recognise that improving access is not a ‘nice to have’, it’s a core part of modern football culture.

Accessibility is more than ramps and lifts

One of the biggest takeaways from our research is that accessibility is not just about physical infrastructure.

Staff training, clear communication, and simple policies like online booking for accessible seating can make as much of a difference as wheelchair bays and lifts.

Older historic stadiums such as Liverpool’s Anfield and Manchester United’s Old Trafford have made real progress by investing in these softer improvements.

In fact, Liverpool’s steward training is regularly praised by disabled supporters.

How we scored the stadiums

Our table combines:

• Wheelchair provision for home and away spaces
• Changing Places toilets
• Accessible toilet counts
• Verified TripAdvisor reviews mentioning wheelchair accessible stadium tours

Why this matters

With almost one in five people in the UK identifying as disabled, accessible facilities are not a luxury. They are essential.

For football clubs, they are also an opportunity to welcome more fans, create a more inclusive culture, and set a positive example for the wider sporting world.

At Halton Stairlifts, we are one of the UK’s leading providers of straight, used and curved stairlifts, and we will keep championing better accessibility, not just in football, but everywhere people gather to enjoy life’s best moments.

Neil Mckenzie

Neil is the founder of Halton Stairlifts. He has years of experience installing stairlifts across the UK. With an eagerness to help those with mobility issues get up the stairs, Neil understands how important it is for a seamless and straightforward approach to installing stairlifts to help those in need quickly.