AWAY DAY GUIDE | GILLINGHAM FC

Kristine Green the club’s Supporter Liaison Officer gives the run-down ahead of the trip to Gillingham tomorrow afternoon.

What colour kit are we wearing?

We’re in the red away kit for this game.

What’s the ticket information?

Tickets can be purchased tomorrow but only via the Gillingham ticket website. There will be no tickets available to purchase in-person from the stadium.

You can purchase tickets by clicking here.

What stand are Town fans in?

We’re in the Gordon Road Stand – a covered side stand.

We also have a small allocation in the uncovered stand behind the goal

Please check your ticket to ensure you know which stand you are in.

Entry for both is via turnstiles 14-19.

How do I get to the ground?

The postcode for the stadium is ME7 4DD.

Exit the M2 at junction 4 onto the A278 towards Gillingham. Straight over two roundabouts and then turn left onto the A2 towards Gillingham town centre. At the traffic lights crossing with the A231 turn right onto Nelson Road, go past the small bus station, and then turn right onto Gillingham Road. The stadium will be on the right.

Where is the best place to park?

There is no parking available at the ground on matchdays and the surrounding roads are resident only. There is parking at Woodlands Academy (ME7 2DU) and Our Lady of Gillingham Church (ME7 1YL) for a small cash fee. They are within a 10-minute walk from the stadium.

There is a car park on Railway Street near Gillingham Station.

The nearest street parking is on Larkfield Avenue.

Information for disabled fans travelling?

It’s street parking with blue badge on display as there are no dedicated disabled bays.

When do turnstiles open?

The turnstiles will open at 1.45pm.

 What is the nearest train station to the stadium and what is the approximate distance and walking time?

Gillingham Station is the nearest one to the ground and a 10–15-minute walk to the stadium.

Turn left as you leave the station onto Balmoral Road and continue to the crossroad. Cross over onto Priestfield Road and the stadium is in front of you.

Recommended pubs for away fans?

The Fleur De Lis on Gillingham Road is a 10-minute walk from the stadium.

There are other pubs in the town centre – some will not allow colours/shirts.

Food available in the area?

There is not a lot of choice around the ground, but the town centre is only a 10-minute walk away which has plenty of options for food and drink.

Where is the nearest cash machine to the Stadium?

The nearest cash machine is at Sainsburys on the corner of Linden Road and Gillingham Road or there are a couple outside of the train station.

What food and drink are available in the stadium?

Food in the ground is the usual burgers and hot dogs as well as hot and cold drinks.

Please note that Priestfield Stadium is a cashless stadium.

What is the process for supporters looking to bring flags into the stadium?

For supporters’ looking to bring flags into the ground, please follow stewards’ instructions on placement.

Is a programme available?

A printed programme is available at a cost of £3.50.

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