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Anfield Matchday Rules: Bags, Bottles, Cameras and Umbrellas
Checked Source: Anfield what can I bring graphic, season 2024-25 (backend.liverpoolfc.com, opens in a new tab), Liverpool FC key information for fans attending home matches (liverpoolfc.com, opens in a new tab)Verified by BC
Short answer
Anfield allows a bag no bigger than A5, a clear 500 millilitre plastic bottle with a sealed top, small fold-up umbrellas and small compact cameras. Bags and suitcases over A5, alcohol, baby buggies, laptops, tablets, drones, video equipment and large cameras are banned. The club's published list is for the 2024-25 season.
Every rule at Anfield
An item that is not listed is not mentioned in the official pages we checked. Each row links to the page its rule came from.
Bag policy in detail
The graphic allows a bag no bigger than A5 and bans bags and suitcases over A5. The February 2022 matchday page describes a stricter no-bag policy, with only small A5 bags carrying hygiene products or medicines and club shop bags allowed, and no bag storage. Bags over A5 are banned, which rules out most backpacks, and the pages do not name backpacks. The pages do not mention purses.
- Bag: Nothing bigger than A5
- Backpack: Nothing over A5
- Water bottle: Clear 500 ml plastic, sealed top
Food and drink
A clear 500 ml plastic bottle with a sealed top and clear liquid is allowed. Plastic bottles over 500 ml, cans, cartons, flasks and glass are banned. The pages do not mention outside food and coolers.
Cameras and electronics
Small compact cameras are allowed. Video recording equipment and large-bodied cameras are banned. Large-bodied cameras are on the banned list. Drones are on the banned list. Laptops, computers and tablets are on the banned list. Laptops, computers and tablets are on the banned list. The pages do not mention tripods and power banks.
Strollers and family items
Baby buggies and prams are banned, and storage may be arranged with prior permission. Crutches are allowed. Walking aids and folding wheelchairs can use storage, and the graphic points to the club website for external storage options.
Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items
Small umbrellas are allowed, and umbrellas in general are on the banned list. The pages do not mention blankets and seat cushions.
Signs, flags and fan items
Flags and banners are banned unless authorised. The pages do not mention signs and binoculars.
Medical needs and accessibility
The pages describe no separate medical bag process, so ask the venue before the event if you need to bring medical items.
Security screening and arrival
Fans are encouraged to arrive at least 90 minutes before kick-off for security checks, and permitted bags are searched on entry.
Bag storage and lockers
The 2022 matchday page says there is no bag storage facility, and the graphic points to external storage options on the club website.
Liverpool matches
The graphic is labelled for the 2024-25 season and the matchday page is from February 2022, so check the club's matchday page before you go. Concerts at Anfield have their own major events regulations.
Prohibited items
From the official entry page. Staff can also refuse anything they decide could affect safety.
- Camera lenses
- Drones
- Laptops
- Tablets
- Strollers
- Alcohol
- Drink cartons, cans, flasks and glass bottles
- Smoke canisters, fireworks, flares and air horns
- Tools, knives, weapons and laser devices
- Musical instruments and loud hailers
- Video recording equipment
Questions about Anfield
The graphic allows a bag no bigger than A5 and bans bags and suitcases over A5. The February 2022 matchday page describes a stricter no-bag policy, with only small A5 bags carrying hygiene products or medicines and club shop bags allowed, and no bag storage.
Bags over A5 are banned, which rules out most backpacks, and the pages do not name backpacks.
A clear 500 ml plastic bottle with a sealed top and clear liquid is allowed. Plastic bottles over 500 ml, cans, cartons, flasks and glass are banned.
Baby buggies and prams are banned, and storage may be arranged with prior permission.
Small umbrellas are allowed, and umbrellas in general are on the banned list.
Small compact cameras are allowed. Video recording equipment and large-bodied cameras are banned.
Keep exploring
Sources
- Anfield Prohibited Items, Season 2024-25 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
backend.liverpoolfc.com, read
- Key information for fans attending home matches - Liverpool FC (opens in a new tab)
liverpoolfc.com, read
Checked on October 5, 2026 against the sources above. Venues can change rules without notice, and rules can differ by event. Confirm with the venue for your date. Next review: October 19, 2026.
Change log
First check: 21 rules read against the club's what-can-I-bring graphic for the 2024-25 season, which is the newest list found, and a February 2022 matchday page.
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