Swansea Festival 2015 - August 5th to August 9th

30 Jul 2015 | Cricket
Join us at the historic St. Helen's Cricket Ground, Swansea as Glamorgan play the Sussex Sharks in the Royal London One-Day Cup on Wednesday 5th August August before taking on Gloucestershire in a four day LV= County Championship fixture from Thursday 6th August to Sunday 9th August.
Main Festival Sponsor - Peter Lynn and Partners
Peter Lynn and Partners was established in 1999 to offer top quality commercial and civil advice to businesses and people in Swansea. Since then it has expanded, opening offices in Swansea City Centre, Pontardawe, Penarth as well as Morriston. For more information please visit www.peterlynnandpartners.co.uk

St Helen's Balconier's and Glamorgan CCC are also grateful to Infinity Document Solutions, Swansea Council, Swansea Evening Post and Glamorgan shirt sponsors MiPost.

Staying over?
There's a mix of stuff to do in Swansea for those wanting a break of the Festival.

There is accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets from cosy B&B's to big hotels and great self- catering if you prefer to do your own thing.

If you want to book your place to stay, choose the best attractions and activities, shortlist the best places to eat out or even pre-plan some retail therapy please visit: www.visitswanseabay.com

How to find the Festival

By rail
Swansea is easy to reach by fast and frequent services from most parts of The UK. For more information please visit www.nationalrail.co.uk

By car - Travelling from South Wales
You will need to exit the M4 at Junction 42 and follow the A483 to the traffic lights where you will then join the A4067 signposted GOWER. Follow the A4067 for approximately 2 miles and the St. Helens ground is on your right hand side.
For the latest traffic news visit www.traffic-wales.com

By bus
There are bus stops at various junctures along the Oystermouth Road with a short walk to the ground once you get off at the stop.

Ticket prices
Available at gates 2, 5 and 8 at St Helen's on each day - CASH ONLY

Royal London and LVCC Match Prices (prices are per day)
Adults - £15
Students £10 (on production of a valid NUS card)
Juniors (under 17s) go free to all 5 days of the festival.

Alternatively book your place to see all five days play for £60 with Glamorgan Country Membership. Call 02920 419 311 or buy online under memberships.

Match Day Car Parking
Public car parking is available on the Recreation Ground (directions below). Prices range from £2 to £3.50 per day.

Disabled Car Parking
There is a limited amount of disabled parking near the ground. Please contact Reception at Glamorgan County Cricket Club on 029 2041 9381 if you require us to book you a space.

Ground Regulations
Glamorgan County Cricket Club and ECB Ground Regulations will apply for both matches. Please be aware that all spectators will be searched on entry to the ground.

Please note that No alcohol is allowed to be taken into the ground on Wednesday 5th August (Royal London One Day Cup Match)

Dogs
The Swansea Council policy is that no animals other than Guide dogs are permitted in to the St. Helens ground

Seating
Swansea Council has a large number of seats for both matches, which will be available to use inside the Ground upon arrival. Supporters are also welcome to bring their own seats.