Woking Attendance Limit Lifted After Ground Works
Woking will be able to welcome bigger crowds again after a restriction on their attendances was removed. Capacity at the Cards' Laithwaite Community Stadium was reduced by half, from around 6,000 to 3,000, in April after concerns around health and safety issues.
But work done over the summer, and tested at the club's opening National League game of the season against Sutton United, has allowed Surrey County Council to lift the restriction. "Safety will remain a key priority for the club, and we are committed to maintaining and continually improving the standards and procedures we have put in place," a Woking FC statement said.
Work carried out at Woking's stadium include the installation of thorough CCTV coverage, the appointment of a security company with football-industry experience, improvements to the club's safety culture, retraining of stewards and various safety improvements around the stadium.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 10th in England National League, 63 pts, 16W-15D-15L from 46 games, recent form LWDWD. Goals this season: 69 scored, 54 conceded (+15 goal difference). Title race: 45 points behind leaders York. Next fixture: vs FC Halifax Town (at home, 2027-02-06) (8th in the table).
The club's safety improvements have been welcomed by fans and officials alike, and it's expected that Woking will be able to host larger crowds for their upcoming fixtures. With the restriction lifted, the club can now focus on providing a safe and enjoyable experience for their supporters.
Woking's management has expressed their commitment to maintaining high safety standards, and it's clear that the club is dedicated to providing a positive experience for their fans. The club's safety improvements are a testament to their dedication to their supporters and the community.
As the new season gets underway, Woking will be looking to build on their recent performances and continue to push for a spot in the top half of the table. With the attendance limit lifted, the club can now focus on their on-field performances and provide a positive experience for their fans.
