The Mariners are on the road this evening as Town travel to Accrington Stanley in Sky Bet League Two action.
If you’re heading to the Wham Stadium to back the Mariners, here’s everything you need to know ahead of the trip.
What colour kit are we in?
The Mariners will be wearing our blue away kit for this evening’s fixture.
What’s the ticket information?
Town have received an allocation of 810 tickets, made up of both seating and standing tickets.
Town fans should enter through turnstiles 13 and 14.
Tickets can be purchased from the away ticket booth next to Gate 9, by the away turnstiles, from 6.30pm. Payment is card only. Please note that these could be limited.
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | £24 |
| Senior 65+ | £17 |
| 14-17 | £12 |
| 9-13 | £7 |
| Under 9s | £2 |
Seated tickets are located in the Whinney Hill Stand, while standing tickets are located on the Coppice Terrace.
How do I get to the ground?
The postcode for the Wham Stadium is BB5 5BX.
Leave the M65 at Junction 7, heading towards Clitheroe at the roundabout. Turn right at the lights and follow directions for the A678.
Follow the road and then turn right towards Accrington on the A680. Carry straight on through the next set of lights at the Greyhound Pub.
Take the first left after the Crown Pub onto Livingstone Road.
Please note: M62 road closure
The M62 will be shut from 8pm overnight for structural works, with diversions in place between Junctions 22 and 24.
National Highways advises supporters to follow the sign-posted diversions.
When do turnstiles open?
Turnstiles open at 6:30pm.
Town supporters should use turnstiles 13 and 14.
Where is the best place to park?
There is plenty of street parking around the ground, with no resident parking restrictions.
Limited parking is also available for a donation around 50 yards from the stadium entrance on Livingstone Road (BB5 5BX).
Is there parking for disabled supporters?
Disabled parking is available around 50 yards past the stadium entrance on Livingstone Road.
Supporters can make a donation to the local sports club on the day, with the parking area approximately a two-minute walk from the away turnstiles.
What is the nearest train station?
Accrington Station is on the East Lancashire line and is approximately a 15-minute walk from the stadium.
Recommended pubs for away fans
Coley’s Bar, located at the ground, is open from 5.30pm and requires a match ticket for entry.
Once inside Coley’s, supporters are inside the ground and Town fans are also welcome to use the bar after the game. Food is available here too.
Alternatively, The Crown and The Grey Horse are both located close to the stadium.
In the town centre, supporters can find The Stanley and The Commercial (Wetherspoons), both approximately a 20-minute walk from the ground.
Is there food available nearby?
Non-pub food options are limited around the stadium.
There is a fish and chip shop on Whalley Road, The Cod’s Pollocks, which is located on the route to and from the town centre.
There are also a number of chain food outlets in the town centre.
Where is the nearest cash machine?
There is a cash machine at Select Convenience on Whalley Road as you head towards the town centre, although a charge applies.
There are several free-to-use cash machines in the town centre, which is approximately a 20-minute walk from the stadium.
What food and drink is available inside the stadium?
There is a bar inside the ground, alongside standard football food and refreshments.
Please note that the stadium is cashless, with card and contactless payments accepted.
Is there a programme?
Accrington Stanley no longer produce a printed matchday programme.
A digital copy is available, with QR codes located around the ground for supporters to access.
What is the flag policy?
Flags are permitted inside the stadium, provided they do not cover advertising or obstruct walkways.
Drums are also permitted, but only on the Coppice Terrace.
Mariners Respects
We’re proud of the outstanding support Grimsby Town receives both home and away, and 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 Accrington.
Safe travels to all supporters making the journey.
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