The Mariners are on the road this evening as Town travel to Rochdale in Sky Bet League Two action.
If you’re heading to the Crown Oil Arena to back the Mariners, here’s everything you need to know ahead of the trip.
What colour kit will the team be wearing?
Town will be wearing our Black and White home kit for this fixture.
What’s the ticket information?
The Mariners have received an allocation of 1,787 reserved seating tickets for this fixture, selling around 850 so far.
Tickets are available to purchase via the ticket portal or from the Blundell Park ticket office. All ticket collections must be made from Blundell Park.
Tickets can also be purchased from Rochdale’s ticket office on matchday, subject to availability, with both cash and card accepted.
Ticket prices:
- Adult: £26
- Senior (65+): £21
- Young Person (U22): £11
- Junior (U14): £8
How do I get to the ground?
The postcode for sat-nav users is OL11 5DR.
Take Junction 20 of the M62 and join the A627(M) towards Rochdale. At the traffic lights, keep left towards Rochdale Town Centre. At the next set of lights, continue straight ahead towards Blackburn.
Remain on Roch Valley Way until the next set of lights, keeping in the left-hand lane. At the following lights, continue straight ahead, with The Cemetery Hotel on your right. Stay on this road and the Crown Oil Arena will be on your right-hand side.
Travel advice: Ongoing roadworks in Rochdale may cause delays, so please allow extra time for your journey.
Supporters should also be aware of the following road closures:
- A180: Closures are in place on Tuesday evening from 8pm until approximately 5am on Wednesday.
- M62 eastbound: Bridge repairs will result in road closures between Junctions 21 and 24 from 8pm on Tuesday 20th October until 6am on Wednesday 21st October. Supporters are advised to follow the signposted diversion.
Please plan your journey accordingly and allow extra time to reach the ground.
What stand are we in?
Town supporters will be located in the Willbutts Lane Stand, a covered side stand.
When do turnstiles open?
Turnstiles open one hour before kick-off.
Away supporters should enter via turnstiles 11-14.
Where is the best place to park?
There is no parking available at the ground, so supporters will need to use street parking. Please check for any parking restrictions, as the area is monitored by traffic control.
Ings Lane (OL12 7BA) and Hudsons Walk are suggested areas to start looking for parking.
Rochdale Cricket Club (OL11 5BX), on Bridgefold Road, is approximately a 10–15-minute walk from the stadium and has offered free parking and hospitality to supporters.
Is there any disabled parking?
Rochdale AFC has two disabled parking bays reserved for away supporters.
These can be booked in advance by emailing disability.liaisonofficer@rochdaleafc.co.uk. Parking costs £10 and must be paid for in advance of the match.
What is the nearest train station?
Rochdale railway station is approximately 2.5 miles from the stadium, around a 40-minute walk.
Supporters travelling by train should factor this into their plans. There is a taxi rank outside the stadium for those who would prefer not to walk.
Recommended pubs for away fans
Ratcliffe Bar – Rochdale fanzone
Away supporters are welcome in Rochdale’s fanzone, located in the Ratcliffe Bar at the ground. Entry is via Sandy Lane, and the fanzone opens from 5pm. Sky Sports and TNT Sports will be shown.
Rochdale Cricket Club
Located on Bridgefold Road (OL11 5BX), the cricket club has welcomed Town fans previously and is offering all away supporters a 15% discount on beer sales.
The Regal Moon – Wetherspoons
Situated in Rochdale Town Centre, The Regal Moon is a large pub serving food, with a terrace area. It is approximately a 25-minute walk from the ground, and there is a taxi rank outside.
The Cask + Feather
Located on Oldham Road (OL16 1UA), The Cask + Feather also welcomes away supporters. It is approximately a 30-minute walk or a 10-minute drive from the stadium.
The Cemetery Hotel
Situated on Bury Road (OL11 5EU), The Cemetery Hotel is approximately a 15-minute walk from the ground.
What food is available in the area?
There is a fish and chip shop at the ground, although this is likely to be busy on matchday.
Alternatively, Rochdale Town Centre offers a range of food options, including The Regal Moon Wetherspoons.
The nearest cash machine to the stadium is located at the Co-op on Edenfield Road, approximately a 20-minute walk away.
What food and drink is available at the stadium?
Dale St. Kitchen food kiosks serve hot food, including burgers, hot dogs and pies. Cold food and drinks are also available, alongside alcohol.
The Ratcliffe Bar fanzone opens at 5pm, with away supporters welcome.
Both cash and card payments are accepted.
Is a programme available?
A printed matchday programme, The Voice of Spotland, will be available for £3.
What is the flag policy?
Flags larger than 7ft x 3ft require a fire safety certificate. Stewards will advise supporters where flags can be placed.
Flags on poles are not permitted.
Permission for drums is reviewed on a match-by-match basis.
Mariners Respects
We’re proud of the outstanding support Grimsby Town receives both home and away. We want everyone attending to enjoy the match in a welcoming environment.
Abusive or indecent language, as well as any discriminatory or threatening behaviour – including racist, homophobic, sexist, sectarian, xenophobic or anti-disability chanting or actions – has no place at our games.
The Club may issue bans, including indefinite bans, to anyone found to have engaged in discriminatory language or violent behaviour.
We look forward to seeing the Mariners backed loudly and proudly in Rochdale. Safe travels to all supporters making the journey.
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