SUPPORTERS’ GUIDE | GILLINGHAM

Making the trip to the MEMS Priestfield Stadium tomorrow night for our clash with Gillingham?

Our Supporter Liaison Officer, Krisitine Green, gives the run down of all the key information for our supporters making the journey to Kent.

What colour kit are we wearing?

We’re in our yellow kit for this game.

What’s the ticket information?

Tickets for tomorrow’s game can be purchased by clicking here and are available up until half-time tomorrow.

What stand are Town fans in?

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

Away turnstiles are located on Priestfield Road as shown below.

How do I get to the ground?

Postcode 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 permit only.

There is parking at Woodlands Academy (ME7 2DU) and Our Lady of Gillingham Church (ME7 1YL) for a small cash fee. Gillingham Supporters Club run parking at Barnsole Primary School (ME7 2JG) costing £5 cash. This is locked until 10 minutes after the game has finished.

They are all within a 10 minute walk from the stadium.

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

Nearest street parking is on Larkfield Avenue, Sunnymead Avenue and Third 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?

Turnstiles will open at 6.30pm.

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 ground.

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.

The Cricketers on Sturdee Avenue (ME7 2JR) is another option, that’s also a 10 minute walk awayl.

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

Food available in the area?

Not a lot around the ground but the town centre is only a 10 minute walk away which has plenty of options.

Where is the nearest cash machine to the Stadium?

Sainsburys on the corner of Linden Road and Gillingham Road or there are a couple outside of the train station.

What food and drink is available in the stadium?

Food in the ground is the usual burgers and hot dogs as well as hot and cold drinks. Alcohol is available in the away end.

This is a cashless stadium.

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

Please follow stewards instructions on placement.

Is a programme available?

A printed programme will be available to purchase at the ground.

 

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