Visitor Information | Western Storm v Central Sparks
7 July 2022
Visitor Information | Western Storm v Central Sparks | Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy - 50 Over One Day
Western Storm take on Central Sparks at Bristol’s Seat Unique Stadium in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy on Saturday. Western Storm are top of the table after one game in the one-day competition, having beat Lightning by 75 runs in Loughborough on 2 July.
MATCH DATE - Saturday 9 July 2022
Gates open - 08:30
Western Storm v Central Sparks | Match Starts - 10:30
Tickets are available to buy online here. Prices start at £10 for adults and £5 for u16s.
Pre-Match Day Information
If you’ve purchased a ticket it will have been emailed to you already, so you can either print it out at home or have it scanned via your mobile phone at one of the entrances – you must bring one form of your e-ticket with you to the match.
Please read all of the important information that accompanies your e-ticket. It details how to use your e-ticket, which entrance of the Stadium you should arrive at and what’s expected of you at the match.
Access for this fixture is either at the Nevil Road entrance (BS7 9EJ) or the Ashley Down Road End entrance (BS7 9BU).
Please allow sufficient time to enter the Stadium. Queues are likely, plus bag searches will be taking place - be patient and please bear with us.
Access for Members
Gloucestershire Cricket Members will be able to gain entry using just their 2022 Membership card. This access is available for all our membership packages, including our all-new Junior Membership and BS7 gym membership. Only the Hammond Roof and Korev Terrace will be restricted to Members.
We’re Cashless!
Please be aware that ALL of the Seat Unique Stadium is now cashless, so bring along a debit or credit card for all food, drinks and merchandise purchases.
Beat the drinks queue with the Glos Cricket App
Spend more time watching the cricket and use the Glos App to order drinks from your seat – they’ll be ready for collection from either the Thatcher’s Bar or the Legend’s Bar (as selected). You can also use it to stay up-to-date with all the latest news or to buy tickets for your next match.
If you haven’t got the App yet, download it now ready for match day!
Download from the App Store (iOS)
Download from the Play Store (Android)
Food & Drink
Savoury and sweet snacks, as well as speciality coffees, will be available from our newly-refurbished Thatchers Café. Alcohol will be served from the following bars and stands:
- Thatchers Bar (plus app order collection point)
- Multi-unit (food and hot and cold drinks)
- Hot drinks stand.
The Thatchers Bar will also play host to our new Thatcher’s Fusion Font. Check out this fantastic new addition if you love fruit ciders!
Please remember, all these outlets will be cashless and a maximum of four drinks can be ordered per person.
All of our bars use eco-cups. These are available for a deposit of £1 per cup, which is refundable at the end of the match from any bar. When returning your Eco-Cups, please note that you can only return a maximum of 10 cups per person.
Spectator Behaviour
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
Please also remember to WATCH THE BALL. When a four or six is hit, the ball may be coming your way, into the stand, at speed. Keep your eyes peeled so you’re not taken by surprise (injuries can occur).
Scorecards
Scorecards will be available from the Seat Unique reception at a cost of £1.50.
How to navigate the Seat Unique Stadium
Parking
Limited parking is available for Gloucestershire Cricket Permit Holders, Premier Club Members, Blue Badge Holders outside the Stadium at the Ashley Down Road end, on a first-come, first-served basis. No parking is available in the Stadium.
Bus Services
The Seat Unique Stadium is easily accessible by bus: Services 17, 70/71, 72, 73, 75, 76, T2 all run within a five-minute walk of the two entrances using stops on the nearby Gloucester Road (Services 71, 72, 73, 75, 76, T2), Muller Road (Service 17) and Ashley Down Road (Service 70). All buses operate at regular intervals throughout the day.
Click here for the First Bus timings.
Train Services
The nearest train station to the Stadium is Montpelier, approximately one mile from the Club and close to other public transport. The station has direct routes through to Bristol Temple Meads and a regular schedule to Bristol Parkway.
Additional Information
You will not be admitted to the ground with any alcohol. Food and soft drinks are allowed.
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.
Please ensure you bring waterproof clothing along with an umbrella should there be wet weather.
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.
The Premier Lounge will be open for Premier Club Members only.
Please click here for a full list of our ground regulations.
Contact Details
Please feel free to contact the Club with any feedback or questions on 0117 910 8000, or via email at info@glosccc.co.uk
Gloucestershire Cricket want to ensure that everyone is looked after, and that Members and supporters follow the instructions for match days. Please enjoy what should be a fabulous cricket match! #GoGlos 💛🖤
