Visitor Information | England vs Ireland ODI
22 September 2023
The Seat Unique Stadium hosts its final match of the season on Tuesday 26th September as England take on Ireland in a One Day International. The fixure, England's final match ahead of the 2023 Cricket World Cup in India, will be the last chance to watch cricket in Bristol this summer.
We look forward to welcoming all ticket buyers to the Seat Unique Stadium for this international match and would advise everyone to read the visitor information below to ensure you the most out of your matchday.
IMPORTANT - All spectators should plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of play to avoid encountering long queues at the gates and risk missing the beginning of the match.
England vs Ireland
Competition: Metro Bank ODI series
Where: Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol
Date: Tuesday 26th September
Gates Open: 10:30am
Start Time: 12:30pm
A limited number of tickets are still available to buy. Click here to purchase tickets.
Hours of play
Start time: 12:30pm
Interval: 4:00pm
Second innings: 4:30pm
Estimated close of play: 8pm
Ticket buyers
If you’ve purchased a ticket it will have been emailed to your chosen email address ahead of matchday. You can either print your ticket out at home and bring it along with you, or have it scanned via your mobile phone at one of the entrances to the stadium.
Access for this fixture is recommended at the Ashley Down Road End entrance (BS7 9BU) for speed of entry. The Nevil Road entrance (BS7 9EJ) will also be open for access on foot.
Tickets for this fixture will be available to purchase on the gate.
Retail, Merchandise & Scorecards
Scorecards will be available at the Club Shop for £1.50 together with a full range of Castore England Cricket merchandise. The Club Shop is located next near to the Grace Gates entrance.
Glos Cricket Activation Zone
Located at the top corner of the stadium, to the left of the Grace flats, we will have the bowling cage and a chance for you to try out your bowling and batting skills. Face painting will also be available.
We’re a cashless venue!
Please be aware that ALL bars and concessions at the Seat Unique Stadium are now cashless, so bring along a debit or credit card for all food and drink purchases.
Catering in the ground
- Pieminister's range of pies and sides will be available from both the Legends Bar and Thatchers Bar & Kitchen throughout matchday.
- Thatchers Bar & Kitchen will also be serving jacket potatoes, sandwiches, pies, snacks, coffee, tea and soft drinks
- Also available within the Seat Unique Stadium will be:
- Multi-unit - Burgers, chips, hotdogs etc
- Ice Cream Van
- Fish & Chips
- Greek food stall
- Pizza
- Italian Street food
- Donuts, Milkshakes & Coffee
Bars
- Thatchers Bar & Kitchen
- The new Tribute Bar, located behind the Mound Stand.
- Kennington Road Bar, located along the open side of the stadium.
- Legends Bar, located behind the Mark Alleyne Stand.
- 6 O'Clock Gin
Changing places
New for 2023 is a Changing Places facility which has been installed behind the Mound Stand. The facility is accessed via ramp and requires a radar key to enter. Should you need assistance, please contact one of our friendly stewards on the day of the match.
Multi-faith room
Also new for 2023 is our Multi-Faith room which will be available for spectators to use throughout the game. The facility is located in the main car park.
Parking
There is no public parking available at the Seat Unique Stadium. Unfortunately, a park and ride service is not in operation for this match.
Road closures
Arthur Milton Street will be closed from 7:30am until 11pm on Tuesday 26th September.
Bus services
The Seat Unique Stadium is easily accessible by bus: Services 17, 70, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76 all run within a five-minute walk of the two entrances. All buses operate at regular intervals throughout the day.
Train services
The nearest train station to the Stadium is Montpelier, approximately one mile from the Club. The station has direct routes through to Bristol Temple Meads and a regular schedule to Bristol Parkway.
Cycling
If you are cycling to the Stadium, you can park your bike at the bike racks located at the Nevil Road End and Ashley Down Road end of the ground.
Seat allocation
All match tickets are allocated to seat. Please make sure you sit in the seat allocated to your on your matchday ticket only. If you are unsure of how to find your seat please ask a steward who will be able to direct you to the right place.
May we take this opportunity to remind you that personal belongings must not be left unattended under any circumstances.
Spectator Behaviour
Please drink responsibly and consider your language and behaviour. All cricket matchdays are for all the family, so be aware of those sitting near you and make the evening an enjoyable one for everyone.
If you find yourself sat near someone drinking or behaving irresponsibly, please let us know and the stewards will resolve the situation as quickly as possible. Either speak to a steward or report the behaviour anonymously via text message to the following number: 07860 027799
Keep your eyes on the ball
Please remember to WATCH THE BALL at all times.
Bag searches & ground regulations
A reminder to arrive in good time prior to the start of play to give yourself time to get through the turnstiles.
Bag searches are in place so please take this into consideration when arriving at the ground.
You will not be admitted to the ground with glass or sharp objects, such as corkscrews or pen knives.
Any confiscated items will not be returned.
When in the Stadium, bags must not be left unattended for any reason.
If you are cycling to the Stadium, you can park your bike at the bike racks located at the Nevil Road End and Ashley Down Road end of the ground. Please note, parking your bike is at your own risk.
No alcohol is permitted to be brought into the stadium along with any glass containers or objects – a full list of ground regulation can be found here – please take the time to review this.
See it. Say it. Report It!
If you have an issue please inform the stewards who will resolve the situation as quickly as possible. Please speak to a steward or make a report anonymously via text message on: 07860 027799.
Want to get in touch about Membership or Ticketing? Please feel free to contact our friendly Membership & Ticketing team by calling 0117 910 8000 or by e-mailing: membership@glosccc.co.uk.
