Supporters making the trip to South Wales for Town’s Sky Bet League Two fixture away at Newport County tomorrow should be aware of the following information ahead of matchday.
Match Details
Fixture: Newport County vs Grimsby Town
Venue: Rodney Parade
Postcode: NP19 0BG
Turnstiles open: Approximately 90 minutes before kick-off
Kit Colours
The Mariners will be wearing our red and blue stripe kit for this fixture.
Ticket Information
Supporters can choose between covered seating in the Bisley Stand or uncovered seating in the Purevans.com Stand.
Matchday tickets can be purchased from the ticket booth located next to Gate 6, which opens from 2pm. Please note, they accept both cash and card.
| Category | Covered Seating (Bisley Stand) | Uncovered Seating (Purevans.com Stand) |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (22–59) | £27.00 | £24.00 |
| Senior (65+) | £23.00 | £22.00 |
| Young Adult (16–21) | £21.00 | £18.00 |
| Under 16 | £15.00 | £15.00 |
| Under 6 | Free | Free |
Away Supporters’ Stand
Town supporters will be located in the Bisley Stand at the side of the pitch (allocated covered seating) and the Purevans.com Stand (uncovered seating).
Access to both areas is via Gate 6.
Getting To The Stadium
Rodney Parade is easily accessible by road and rail.
By Car
Leave the M4 at Junction 24 and take the B4237 towards Newport. After approximately 2.5 miles, turn left at the traffic lights signposted B4237. Pass under the bridge, then turn right at the next set of lights. Continue past the ATS garage on your right and you will see the entrance to the away end on the left.
Parking
The stadium does not have an on-site car park. Supporters are advised to use street parking (please check local restrictions) or one of the town centre’s pay-and-display car parks.
The nearest option is Kingsway Centre Car Park, located off the A4042 (Postcode: NP20 1EU).
By Train
The nearest station is Gwent (Newport), which is less than a 10-minute walk from the ground.
Walking Directions:
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Exit the station via Platform 1
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Cross the road towards Admiral Insurance and turn left
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Follow the path as it curves past Delilah’s Café and Bar
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Continue towards Market Arcade and Popadom’s Indian Restaurant
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At the end of the road, take the staircase on your right and go through the underpass
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This leads to Clarence Street Bridge
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Cross the bridge and take the first right onto Rodney Road, which brings you directly to the stadium
Food, Drink & Stadium Facilities
Both hot and cold food and drink options are available from outlets just inside the turnstiles, including burgers, hot dogs and pies.
Alcohol will also be served to away supporters.
Please note that all stadium bars are cashless.
Nearby Food Options
The ground is located just across the bridge from the town centre, which offers a wide range of eateries. Friars Walk shopping centre includes options such as KFC, Zizzi, Greggs, and more.
Recommended Pubs For Away Supporters
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The Godfrey Morgan (Wetherspoons) – Chepstow Road (approximately a 10-minute walk)
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The John Wallace Linton (Wetherspoons) – City Centre
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The Windsor Castle – Upper Dock Street
Cash Machines
There are several cash machines available in the town centre, just across the bridge from the stadium.
Programmes
A printed matchday programme, The Exile, will be available for £3.00 (cash only).
Flags
Supporters are generally permitted to bring flags into the stadium, provided they are displayed safely and do not block walkways. Stewards will be on hand to assist if required.
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 South Wales. Safe travels to all supporters making the journey.
UTM