We look forward to welcoming spectators to Visit Worcestershire New Road from 9.30am on Sunday for the ECB National Championship finals between Brentwood and Northern.
We have included a lot of information in this spectator guide to help make everyone’s visit to Visit Worcestershire New Road as enjoyable as possible. This spectator guide includes:
Visit Worcestershire New Road is a cashless venue. All major credit and debit cards are accepted in all outlets.
Important Notice: Temporary Vehicle Access to Worcestershire County Cricket Club – Sunday, 15 September
Due to the Worcester Half Marathon taking place on Sunday, 15 September, there will be road closures around the city between 8am and 1pm, which will affect access to Visit Worcestershire New Road Ground.
Temporary Access Route:
During this period, vehicle access to the ground will be via Slingpool Walk off Bromwich Road. Please note, those travelling by car will need to approach Bromwich Road from the west side of the city as several roads will be closed due to the marathon.
Sat Nav Post Code is WR2 4AD
For the smoothest journey:
1. Head west on Bromwich Road and follow signs towards Slingpool Walk.
2. Access to the ground will be clearly signposted along this route.
Please plan your journey accordingly and allow extra time due to potential traffic delays. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during these road closures.
Match Tickets
This event is FREE to attend.
Scheduled Hours of Play
9.30am Gates Open
10:30am Coin Toss
11:00am Morning Session
1:40pm Lunch Interval
2:20pm Afternoon Session
5:00pm Scheduled Close
Entry into Visit Worcestershire New Road
Ticket holders can enter Visit Worcestershire New Road through either the main turnstile entrance through the main reception in the View Building or through the gates next to the Graeme Hick Pavilion.
You can bring food and drink (4 cans/1 bottle of wine per person). Dogs are allowed.
Where to find us
New Road is situated in the centre of Worcester, and our full address is: Worcestershire County Cricket Club, Visit Worcestershire New Road, Worcester, WR2 4QQ.
Travel Information
BY CAR
From north: From the M5 junction 7 follow the cricket stumps on the road signs to the ground. From south: from M5 junction 7 follow the cricket stumps on the road signs to the ground. From east: from A422, Alcester, continue on this road to roundabout junction with A4440 (Swinesherd Way), take second exit at roundabout on to A44, continue to follow the A44 and it will lead you to New Road, the county ground will be on your left. From west: from A44, Evesham, stay on A44 (east) and it will lead you to New Road, the county ground will be on your left.
Car Parking
A limited amount of car parking is available at New Road on a first come, first served basis priced at £10 per day or £5 for Worcestershire members.
The entrance for all spectator parking is situated on the hotel side of the ground.
There are also a number of car parks within short walking distance of the ground listed below:
Tybridge Street, Worcester, WR2 5BA
Distance to ground: 0.3 miles / 6 minutes
24 hours: £3.50
Standard spaces: 67
Disabled spaces: 3
Copenhagen Street Car Park, Worcester, WR1 2HB
Distance to ground: 0.4 miles / 8 minutes
24 hours: £10
Standard spaces: 161
Disabled spaces (Free): 4
Newport Street, Worcester, WR1 3NR
Distance to ground: 0.3 miles / 6 minutes
24 hours: £6
Standard spaces: 163
Disabled spaces: 3
Cattle Market Car Park, Croft Road, Worcester, WR1 3NZ
Distance to ground: 0.4 miles / 8 minutes
24 hours: £6
Standard spaces: 208
Disabled spaces: 25
BY BUS
Once you are in Worcester city centre’s bus station that is beneath the Crown Gate Shopping Centre, walk out of the station, turn left, continue to walk straight ahead to a pedestrian crossing, walk across this and another pedestrian crossing, continue across the bridge over the Severn River and you will arrive at the county ground on your left.
BY TRAIN
Worcester Foregate Street is the closest train station to the county ground and is approximately 0.5 miles from the ground. To get to the county ground from Foregate Street station, turn left out of the main entrance, head towards the cross where you turn right onto Broad Street. Continue straight, across two pedestrian crossings to get to the other side of New Road, walk over the bridge, and you will shortly arrive at the cricket ground on your left.
Food & Drink
The Severn Suite, on the bottom floor of The View is open, serving baguettes, sausage rolls, pasties and Dinos Dogs and a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Graeme Hick Pavilion: Worcestershire members will also be able to buy baguettes, sausage rolls, pasties and drinks in the Tom Graveney Lounge of the Graeme Hick Pavilion.
Official Club Shop
Located next to the Grounds Hut at the rear of the Basil D’Oliveira stand, our Official Club Shop is open on all match days stocking a wide range of Worcestershire merchandise, including the latest training and leisure wear.
Gifts for supporters of all ages are also available amongst the wide range available.
Products are also available online via the Club’s official website.
Public Wi-Fi
Free public Wi-Fi is available throughout New Road, which you are very welcome to use at your leisure. Connect to The Cloud from the available list of wireless networks and follow the sign-in or login instructions.
Scorecards
Scorecards are available in all members areas and in the Club Shop. They are free for members and £1 for everyone else.
Toilet Facilities
Ample male, female, inclusive and accessible toilet facilities are located and well-signposted in various locations around the ground. Baby changing facilities are available in the Basil D’Oliveira Stand, Cafe, and the Graeme Hick Pavilion.
Smoking Policy
Smoking of cigarettes or electronic cigarettes is only permitted in the designated areas (by the entry to the player’s nets and the car parking area at the rear of the ladies’ pavilion/marquee). Smoking is not permitted on the grassed picnic area or behind the Basil D’Oliveira Stand.
Smoking is also prohibited in any building or under any permanent structure.
Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for this fixture can be found here, and we advise that you come prepared for all weather conditions.
Ground Regulations
To view all terms and conditions of entering New Road, please click here
Accessibility Information
Blue Badge Car Parking is available at Visit Worcestershire New Road for all games when parking is available preceding each match.
Accessible and wheelchair-access seats are available in all areas of the ground. These can be reserved on a first-come-first-served basis when selecting an allocated seat.
To ensure that spectators with accessibility needs are catered for, the Club has five fully trained Disability Inclusion Officers working during all fixtures. In addition, the Club has a number of safeguarding officers present whose role is to ensure the welfare of all spectators and help everyone enjoy their experience at New Road to the maximum.
Sensory Kits
Sensory packs for supporters with additional needs will be available at Visit Worcestershire New Road.
The sensory packs have been designed to improve the matchday experience for supporters at the stadium, with the Club committing to becoming a more friendly environment for supporters with additional needs.
The pack, which comes complete with the following items, have been designed to make the matchday experience more accessible, comfortable and enjoyable for all supporters.
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- Drawstring bag
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- Fidget popper
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- Noise cancelling headphones (optional)
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- Fidget spinner
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- Coloured Pencils
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- Colouring book
The sensory packs can be collected from the main reception area during all fixtures, are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and are to be returned to reception following the conclusion of the fixture.
Hidden Disability Lanyards
We provide yellow lanyards for anyone with a hidden disability. These can be collected free of charge from the Graeme Hick Pavilion or main reception. Our stewards will be on hand to support and assist with any needs.
Inclusion and Diversity ECB One Game Statement of Intent
Worcestershire County Cricket Club & the ECB is fully committed to the principles of Inclusion and Diversity and aims to ensure that no individuals (this includes players, spectators, coaches, officials and administrators) receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of their age, sex, disability, race, ethnic origin, gender reassignment, parental or marital status, pregnancy, religion or belief, class or socio-economic status, sexual orientation or political belief.
Worcestershire & the ECB will ensure that there will be a safe and welcoming environment for all those who wish to be involved in cricket and that they are treated fairly and with respect.
Worcestershire & the ECB specifically supports initiatives by other organisations within cricket which recognise the principles of inclusion and diversity, such as those from the International Cricket Council.
