Behaviour Guidelines

Help us keep the Mayfield Stadium one of the safest and most inviting stadiums in English football.

Croydon Athletic Football Club will not tolerate sexual or racial harassment or any other discriminatory behaviour, whether physical or verbal. We are committed to ensuring that any such behaviour is met with appropriate disciplinary action.

Where any individual, whether a home or visiting supporter, uses discriminatory language or behaviour, the club will take all necessary steps to eliminate such unacceptable activity. The individual concerned may be subject to a stadium ban or be liable for arrest, and the club will fully support any subsequent prosecution.

Entering the field of play is a criminal offence. Spectators must remain in the designated areas unless instructed otherwise in the event of an emergency.

1. Prohibited Items & Activities

Pyrotechnics: The use of flares, smoke bombs, or any pyrotechnic device is strictly prohibited. Any person found in possession of such items will be reported to the police.

Throwing Objects: Throwing any object onto the pitch or at other supporters is a criminal offence and will result in immediate ejection.

Unauthorised Sales: The sale of any items (including programmes or unofficial merchandise) or the distribution of leaflets within the stadium grounds is prohibited without express written permission from the Club.

2. Match Postponement & Abandonment

In the event of a match being postponed before kick-off, tickets will be valid for the rearranged fixture.

If a match is abandoned after kick-off, the Club’s policy on refunds or credits will be announced via official channels. Please retain your ticket stub or digital receipt as proof of purchase.

3. Safeguarding & Welfare

Children: Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult (18+) at all times while inside the stadium.

Reporting: If you witness any behaviour that makes you feel unsafe or uncomfortable, please report it immediately to the nearest steward or club official.

Email: generalmanager@croydonathletic.com

4. CCTV and Data

CCTV is in operation around the Mayfield Stadium for the purposes of public safety and crime prevention.

Data captured may be shared with the relevant authorities, including the Football Association and local law enforcement.

5. Compliance with Instructions

All persons entering the Stadium must comply with any instruction given by a Steward, Club Official, or Police Officer. Failure to do so may result in removal from the ground.