Supporters making the trip to Essex for Town’s Sky Bet League Two fixture away at Colchester United tomorrow should be aware of the following information ahead of matchday.

Match Details

• Fixture: Colchester United vs Grimsby Town

• Venue: JobServe Community Stadium

• Postcode: CO4 5UP

• Turnstiles open: 6.30pm

Kit Colours

The Mariners will be wearing our black and white kit for this fixture.

Ticket Information

Tickets will be available to purchase on the evening, but supporters are reminded that the JobServe Community Stadium is cashless. All payments must be made via card or contactless only.

Tickets can be purchased from machines located in the stadium club shop – please ensure you select ‘away fan’ to be directed to the correct stand.

Prices:

• Adult: £26.00

• Concessions (65+, U21, NHS, Armed Forces, Ambulant Disabled): £20.10

• Under 18: £16.00

• Carer (mid/high rate DLA or PIP – proof required): Free of charge

Away Supporters’ Stand

Town supporters will be located in the North Stand. This area is:

• Covered seating

• Unallocated

• Positioned behind the goal, with away supporters seated in the blocks to the left-hand side of the goal.

Getting To The Stadium

The JobServe Community Stadium is located just off the A12 at Junction 28.

By Car

Supporters driving are encouraged to plan ahead, as the area around the stadium operates a Parking Exclusion Zone on matchdays, including nearby residential streets and clearways. This zone is actively patrolled.

• On-site parking can be pre-booked via Colchester United for £7.50 by clicking here.

• Park & Ride:
  Colchester Park and Ride on Cuckoo Farm Way (CO4 5JA) is approximately a 5-minute walk from the stadium and offers an alternative parking option.

By Train

The nearest stations are Colchester North and Colchester Station. Please note:

• The walk to the stadium is approximately 40 minutes

• Taxis can be limited on matchdays, so supporters are advised to allow plenty of time

Accessibility Information

• Wheelchair users will have access to a viewing deck, with a lift available.

• Stewards will be on hand to assist where required.

• All pre-booked Blue Badge parking spaces are now fully allocated.

For any accessibility-related queries, Colchester United’s Disability Liaison Officer, Chris, can be contacted via chris.saward@colchesterunited.net

Food, Drink & Fan Zone

The stadium is cashless, including all concourse kiosks.

• The away end concourse will be serving alcohol alongside standard food and drink options.

• A Fan Zone will be open from 6.00pm, located outside Hotshots Café and the Legends Bar behind the West Stand.

  • Open to both home and away supporters

  • Food and drink available

  • Early kick-off matches shown on TV screens and the outdoor big screen (weather permitting)

Nearby Food Options

• McDonald’s located across the dual carriageway

• The Dog & Pheasant pub for traditional pub food

• Numerous food outlets available in Colchester town centre

Recommended Pubs For Away Supporters

• The Dog & Pheasant, Nayland Road (CO4 5EG)
  Approximately a 10-minute walk from the stadium and serves food.

• The Bricklayers Arms, Bergholt Road (CO4 5AA)
  Located opposite Colchester North Station and offers real ale.

There are also plenty of pubs and bars in Colchester town centre for supporters arriving earlier in the day.

Cash Machines

While the stadium is cashless, nearby cash machines can be found at:

• BP Station across the A12 junction (may charge)

• NatWest Bank, Colchester Business Park

Flags & Programmes

• Flags are permitted, provided they carry the correct labelling and meet safety requirements.

• A printed matchday programme will be available to purchase.

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 Essex. Safe travels to all supporters making the journey.

UTM