About Charlton Athletic
The club, the history, the valley
⚽ Club History
Charlton Athletic Football Club was founded in 1905 in the district of Charlton in south-east London. The club rose to prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s, spending seven seasons in the Premier League. Playing at The Valley — one of English football's most atmospheric grounds — the Addicks have a rich history and a passionate, loyal fanbase.
🏟️ The Valley
The Valley is Charlton Athletic's home ground, located at Floyd Road, London SE7 8BL. Current capacity: 27,111. The stadium was famously reclaimed by the fans in 1992 after the club had been forced to groundshare. The return to The Valley is celebrated every year on December 5th — "Valley Day."
🚂 Getting to The Valley
- Train: Charlton station (from London Bridge/Cannon Street) — 5 min walk
- Bus: Routes 53, 54, 380, 422, 486
- Car: SE7 8BL — limited parking, arrive early
- Plan your journey on TfL →