Plough Lane Stadium
Football stadium and home of AFC Wimbledon.
In Wimbledon, Plough Lane hosts AFC Wimbledon's modern stadium and match-day crowds. Football fans visit for league games, club history, stadium tours and the local pubs on game nights.
Plough Lane at a Glance#
Address: Plough Lane, Wimbledon, London Borough of Merton, England
Website: https://www.afcwimbledon.co.uk/
About Plough Lane#
Plough Lane is a football stadium site in Wimbledon, southwest London, serving as the home ground of AFC Wimbledon since its reopening in 2020. The rebuilt stadium provides seating for roughly 9,000 to 9,500 spectators and contemporary matchday facilities.
Matchday activity, club facilities, and stadium tours are the main reasons people visit; the venue stages league fixtures and community events during the football season.
The original Plough Lane was the home of Wimbledon F.C. from the early 20th century until 1991. The modern stadium was constructed close to the original ground and opened for AFC Wimbledon in 2020, restoring senior football to the Plough Lane area.
The stadium sits in the Wimbledon/Colliers Wood area of the London Borough of Merton, within walking distance of Wimbledon town centre and public transport links.
- Stadium use and capacity: Home ground for AFC Wimbledon since the club returned to the site in 2020, with a seating capacity of about 9,300 and modern spectator facilities.
- Historical continuity: Built near the site of the original Plough Lane ground used by Wimbledon F.C. before 1991, marking a return to the area for the club.
How to Get to Plough Lane#
Plough Lane is in Wimbledon, south-west London. Nearest National Rail stations: Wimbledon (short bus or 15-20 minute walk) and Wimbledon Park; London Underground (District Line to Wimbledon Park). Local buses serve Plough Lane directly.
Tips for Visiting Plough Lane#
- Arrive early on match days if attending events; the new stadium has dedicated fan zones and local transport ramps up service.
- If visiting outside match days, check guided tour schedules - they can sell out on weekends.
- The area around Plough Lane has seen rapid redevelopment; combine a stadium visit with coffee at nearby independent cafés to feel the local energy.
Best Time to Visit Plough Lane#
Football season is when Plough Lane is busiest and most atmospheric; for tours, summer is quieter between fixtures.
Weather & Climate near Plough Lane#
Plough Lane's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (630 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 63 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 8° | 2° | 39 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 48 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 7° | 45 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.7h |
| May | Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 49 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.4h |
| June | Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 54 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.3h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 42 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.9h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 49 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.4h |
| September | Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 57 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 61 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 62 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 9° | 3° | 61 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
