Bag Policy

We have a restricted bag policy at Pride Park Stadium. Any bag must adhere to the below guidelines or it will not be permitted into the stadium.

Bags must be no larger than 45cm x 30cm x 15cm.

All permissible bags will be carefully searched.

Our Bag Policy has been developed to ensure a safe environment for all and to significantly speed up access into the stadium for those coming without bags. Those choosing to bring a bag to the stadium, which meets the above criteria, should be aware that they will be delayed whilst their bag is searched by our stewarding team.

The club does not operate a “left luggage service” at Pride Park Stadium.

If you have a medical condition that requires you to bring a bag or other equipment, please email accessibility@dcfc.co.uk.


Flags and Banners Policy

Derby County wants an exciting atmosphere at all home games at Pride Park Stadium and encourages all fans to bring flags, banners and large ‘Surfing’ flags, however these must adhere to our guidelines:

1. The Stadium Operator reserves the right to refuse to allow flags, surfers, or banners to be displayed particularly if content is considered to be offensive, discriminatory, defamatory, or inflammatory.

2. Any item that the Stadium Operator or any of its employees believe could potential be used as a weapon and/or compromise public safety is strictly prohibited and will be confiscated.

3. Any item above the area of 600mm x 1000mm must be flame retardant and have a fire safety certificate to prove so, provided in advance of matchday and that is manufactured to British Standards.

4. Any item that is displayed should be done in a suitable location, which does not obstruct LED advertising, signage, exit routes, restrict the views of supporters or in any way compromise the safe operation of the stadium.

5. All items should be presented to the matchday stewards and safety team prior to entry to Pride Park Stadium where they be inspected for compliance with the guidelines.

6. The use of surfers or surfer-style banners designed to be passed over supporters heads will not be allowed after kick-off.

7. The Stadium Operator reserves the right to change this policy as it deems fit or as required by the local authority, football authorities or any other body that helps to determine the safety of spectators at the stadium.

8. Whilst the Stadium Operator endeavours to take good care of banners and surfers that are brought into the stadium, it accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage that may occur at any time.

Flag Guidance

  1. The flag pole should be no bigger than 7mm in diameter and 1 metre in length.
  2. The flag pole material should be plastic and be rounded at the ends.
  3. Flags should be presented to stewards on arrival to the stadium where they will be inspected and approved prior to entry.
  4. The Stadium Operator reserves the right to confiscate any flags brought into the stadium without being approved prior to entry.
  5. Supporters wishing to introduce flags on poles longer than 1 metre must contact the Stadium Operator in advance via email to slo@dcfc.co.uk.
  6. The Stadium Operator reserves the right, if appropriate, to ask supporters to resist from waving flags in certain circumstances.

'Surfers' and Banners Guidance

  1. Supporters wishing to introduce new surfers and banners must contact the Stadium Operator in advance via email to slo@dcfc.co.uk.
  2. The banner/surfer must be presented to the Stadium Operator at least three working days before matchday, along with the appropriate fire certificate.
  3. Any surfers or banners brought into the Stadium without being approved by the Stadium Operator will be confiscated.
  4. A register of banners and surfers which meet fire safety criteria will be kept by the Stadium Operator. A copy will be given to the Safety Officer to assist stewards in assessing approved articles.
  5. The Stadium Operator reserves the right to change this policy as it deems fit or as required by the Local Authority, Football Association, English Football League, or any other body that helps to determine the safety of spectators at the stadium.
  6. Whilst the Stadium Operator endeavours to take good care of banners and surfers that are brought into the Stadium, it accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage that may occur at any time.