We return to Blundell Park tomorrow afternoon for an enticing Emirates FA Cup Second Round clash, as we welcome Wealdstone to Cleethorpes for the second season running.
The Mariners come into the tie looking to respond after the frustration of last week’s late defeat to Tranmere Rovers in Sky Bet League Two. A brief break has allowed David Artell’s squad to reset and refocus, and they’ll be aiming to carry the positives from a much-improved second-half display into today’s cup action.
A win this afternoon would not only seal a coveted place in the Third Round, where Premier League heavyweights enter the competition, but also provide valuable momentum heading into a busy festive schedule.
Town booked their Second Round spot with a 3-1 comeback victory over Ebbsfleet United, overturning an early setback through a Danny Rose brace and a towering Cameron McJannet header.
You can hear from our Head Coach ahead of kick-off by watching the full pre-match press conference below:
Opening Times
9am: Ticket Office & Club Shop opens
12pm: The Fan Zone and Lower Bar open to supporters
1:30pm: Turnstiles open
3pm: Kick Off
Ticket News
Tickets for tomorrow’s fixture are still available to purchase online or from the Ticket Office, which will be open until kick-off.
Limited tickets remain in the Ramsdens Home Interiors Stand, Technical Absorbents Stand, and Pontoon Stand.
The ticket details are as priced as follows:
Adults: £15.00
Concession (66+ / 18-22): £10.00
Unaccompanied (14-17) Junior: £5.00
Accompanied (U18) Junior: £1.00
Entitlement to a free carer requires high-rate PIP or DLA
Children under the age 14 must be accompanied by somebody over the age of 18.
Supporters can buy online by clicking here, or by visiting the Ticket Office in person.
Mighty Mariner
Mighty Mariner will be around the ground with his selfie frame from 2pm onward and will be available for photos with supporters.
During half time tomorrow afternoon, we’re giving two young Mariners the chance to step onto the Blundell Park pitch for a fun-filled penalty shootout challenge – with The Mighty Mariner in goal!
If your child would like to be one of the two lucky participants, The Mighty Mariner and his chaperone will be around the ground from 2pm, on the hunt for two willing volunteers.
Please note, the maximum age for volunteers is 14-years-old, and the two children will be selected on a first come, first served basis.
Mariners TV
Please note that due to competition rules, the game can’t be live streamed on Mariners TV, although subscribers will be able to access audio commentary from the game.
Travel Info
Stadium Address:
Blundell Park, Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire, DN35 7PY.
By Car
Follow signs for Grimsby via the M180, continuing as it becomes the A180. Blundell Park is located adjacent to the McDonald’s Drive-Thru on Grimsby Road.
Supporter and team coaches should turn off Grimsby Road onto Tiverton Street and will be parked along Harrington Street.
By Train
The nearest station is Cleethorpes, approximately a 20-minute walk. Upon exiting, turn right and follow the High Street until reaching Blundell Park on your right.
By Bus
Stagecoach services stop directly outside Blundell Park. Matchday services include routes 9, 13, and 46.
Timetables are available by clicking HERE.
Parking
Parking near the stadium is extremely limited. Supporters are encouraged to arrive early and use street parking where available, noting that some surrounding areas operate matchday restrictions.
Matchday Info
Stay up-to-date with important matchday information, including in-match updates, by following our social media accounts.
Food Choices
A wide selection of hot food, snacks and drinks will be available from kiosks around the ground.
External Food Vendors Today
- Lower Ramsdens Home Interiors – The Hot Dogs
- Upper Ramsdens Home Interiors – Sharkey’s
- Pontoon – Cooky Cooks
- Technical Absorbents Stand – The Food Dudes
- Osmond Corner – Dave at the No.1
Matchday Programme
The latest edition of our award-winning programme, The Mariner, will be on sale for £2.50 at outlets around the ground and in the Club Shop.
This week’s issue features:
- 20 questions with George McEchran
- Columns from David Artell and Andrew Pettit
- Our FA Cup memories
- Updates from our Women’s Team, Mariners Trust, and Disabled Supporters Club
Club Shop
The Club Shop will be open from 9am until kick-off, and provides the perfect opportunity to finish off your Christmas shopping before the big day. We’ve recently launched our 2026 Calendars, which are a perfect stocking filler.
Other gift ideas include the deluxe sherpa bobble hat, three fish sherpa blanket, matte black crested mug, and 1000-piece Ceefax jigsaw from our famous victory against Manchester United.
Half Time Bonanza
The Half Time Bonanza is Grimsby Town’s instant cash prize draw where supporters can win up to £750!
Tickets cost just £1 each and are sold all around the ground on a matchday. The draw takes place on the pitch at half-time, and the winning numbers will be announced by the stadium announcer.
Reporting & Safeguarding
We believe that football is a game for everyone, everywhere and we are proud of the welcoming atmosphere that you create at Blundell Park every matchday. However, every season, there are hundreds of reports of discrimination across the game and likely more that go unrecorded.
We would like to reiterate our zero-tolerance policy to any form of discrimination, anti-social behaviour, sexual harassment and abuse of any kind at Blundell Park.
You can report any discrimination directly to the Club by texting 07926575610 on matchdays, alerting your nearest steward or completing this short online form.
Matchday Contacts
David White, Facilities Manager & Safety Officer – david@gtfc.co.uk
Kristine Green, Supporter Liaison Officer – kristine.green@gtfc.co.uk
Amanda Jane Stephenson, Disabled Liaison Officer – janestephenson@gtfc.co.uk
Vikki Harries, Lead Designated Safeguarding Officer – safeguarding@gtfc.co.uk
You can also Tweet @GTFC_SLO on X or message the Club on our social media channels.
We are always looking for supporter feedback on the matchday experience, you can contact the Club by emailing enquiries@gtfc.co.uk.
First Time Fans
If tomorrow is someone’s first game, just contact fran@gtfc.co.uk and we’ll provide you with a complimentary certificate.
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