The SSE SWALEC will see England and Australia battle for the urn once again. With days 1-4 sold out, here are some helpful options on how to travel to the SSE SWALEC from the 8-12th July.
By road, Cardiff is approximately 3 hours from London and 2.5 hours from Birmingham.
Glamorgan will be operating a Park & Ride service from Cardiff City Stadium (SatNav: CF11 8AZ), which is only a short journey. The P&R can be followed from the directional signage off M4 Junction 33. It is £10 per car upon arrival, which opens at 8.15am and last bus departing the SSE SWALEC at 8pm.
No parking will be available at the SSE SWALEC other than disabled parking. If you require disabled parking, please contact the club directly on 029 2040 9380.
By train, Cardiff Central Railway is 1 mile away, with ambassadors on hand to provide assistance for your walk to the Stadium. High speed trains run between Cardiff and major towns and cities, including London, Bristol, Birmingham and Swansea. Further information can be found at either firstgreatwestern.co.uk and arrivatrainswales.co.uk.
Rail strike: RMT planned industrial action
Due to planned strike action by RMT members First Great Western services will be significantly affected on Thursday 09 July to the start of service on Saturday 11 July, with minor alterations to some services on Wednesday 08 July from 18.00.
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By Foot, the walk to the SSE SWALEC finishes along the banks of the famous River Taff and through the grounds of Cardiff Castle, it is the best walk in cricket. (Walking time approx. 15-20 mins from the city centre).
The SSE SWALEC TOP 10 TIPS
1. Get Here Early
There is no public car parking available at the ground, the best way to get here is on a park and ride service or via public transport to Cardiff central. Plan your journey in advance and leave plenty of time to get the ground.
2. Don't Miss the Fanzone
Talk a walk around the ground, make sure you visit the Fanzone where we host our match day activation and you can catch all the action on our Foster's big screen What's more you cvan test your cricket skills & enjoy live music and a range of food and refreshment outlets.
3. Warm Welsh Welcome
Our stewards and volunteer information ambassadors will be happy to help on the day. If you have any queries, big or small, please speak to a steward who will be happy to assist you.
4. Cash is King
Payments at the food and drink units and any ticket updates you may need to purchase are cash only. However, there is a cash point on site should you require one.
5. Beware of the Welsh Weather
Bring a raincoat & sun-cream, please prepare yourself for all kinds of the British summer weather.
6. Don't Forget your Tickets
No duplicate tickets will be issued.
7. Check the Ground Regs
Please stay off the pitch and within your limits so that you adhere to the Stadium Ground Regulations
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8. Feeling Peckish?
Visit the Food Village under the Grandstand or better still The Foster's Fanzone on the lawn where we have a big Screen, plenty of activities to enjoy and a selection of food available.
9. Drink within your Boundaries
There are plenty of bars in the Food Village, the Foster's Fanzone and around the concourse. Please don't bring alcohol to the ground as it is prohibited within our Ground Regulations. Likewise as are unsealed plastic bottles.
10. Enjoy the game! Have a great day and enjoy your visit to the SSE SWALEC!