We hope you're as excited as we are at Glamorgan Cricket for the only Vitality IT20 of the summer between England and Pakistan at Sophia Gardens. To ensure you make the most of your experience with us, check out our top tips and our event guide!
GATES OPEN
Gates open at 12:30pm on Sunday, with play scheduled to start at 2:30pm. We recommend you arrive as early as possible to avoid queues. Please use the gate listed on your ticket to enter the stadium.
There will be comprehensive security checks when entering the stadium, please only bring essential items with you and be patient whilst necessary checks are carried out.
Tickets are still available from HERE, by calling 02920 419 311, or from Gate 2 on the day.
TOP TIPS
1. Get Here Early
There is no parking in the vicinity of Sophia Gardens on the day. Entry to Sophia Close is for permit holders only. Sophia Gardens pay and display will not be accessible. The best way to get here is on the Park & Ride bus service from Cardiff City Stadium or via public transport to Cardiff Central. Plan your journey in advance and leave plenty of time to get to the ground. Comprehensive security measures will also be in place on entry to the stadium.
2. Don't miss the Vitality Cricket Festival
Take a walk around our beautiful ground and make sure you visit the Vitality Cricket Festival on the back lawn where we host our match-day activation. You can catch all the action on the big screen, plus live music from Brewhouse, plenty of chances to test your cricket skills and a range of food and refreshments. Have a go on one of Vitality’s smoothie bikes and pick-up some fantastic matchday giveaways!
3. Warm Welsh Welcome
Our stewards and information ambassadors are on hand 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. Beware of the Welsh weather
We know what summer and cricket is like. Be prepared for all eventualities! Bring sun cream, bring a raincoat, and be prepared to use them both on the same day.
5. Don't forget your tickets (or your wallet!)
Duplicate tickets will not be issued at the ground, so make sure you bring yours! There is no cash point on site but all our food and drink outlets accept card and contactless payments.
6. Drink within your boundaries, and please stay off ours
Please stay off the pitch and make sure you drink within your limits so you can adhere to the ground regulations, which can be found around the stadium and here: www.glamorgancricket.com/groundregs
There are plenty of bars in the Food Village, the Vitality Cricket Festival and around the concourse. Please don't bring alcohol to the ground as it is prohibited within our ground regulations. Unsealed plastic bottles are also prohibited.
Our Green Goblets will be in use with deposits for plastic pint glasses (£1) & jugs (£5). Cash & card payments are accepted at all concessions.
There will be water refill units located within the venue, bring empty bottles to stay hydrated.
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Multi Faith room
A Multi Faith room will be available in changing room 11, Sport Wales National Centre.
To access the Multi Faith room, please remember to scan out of the stadium to ensure you can get back in!
The Sport Wales National Centre is located behind the Foster's Grandstand, with Gate 2 the nearest entry/exit point.
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Food and Drink
Whatever whets your appetite, there’s sure to be a dish that will tickle your tastebuds at the Vitality IT20.
From traditional classics - such as Fish & Chips, Hog Roast and Burgers – to a deliciously, mouth-watering selection of street food vendors – including Indian Street Food and Vegan Burgers – there’s an extensive range of catering outlets located around Glamorgan County Cricket Club to fuel your hunger.
With all of our catering outlets offering vibrant flavours and exciting menus, plus a wide selection of vendors serving gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan menu options, you’re such to find something that you can enjoy during a well-earned break from the action.
What are the outlets?
The Strawberry Shop - Foster's Grandstand
The Strawberry Stop are bringing strawberries and cream, fresh from their farm in rural Herefordshire, to Glamorgan County Cricket Club.
West Cornwall Past Co. - Castell Howell Stand
All their pasties are 100% handmade, using traditional technique, and every pasty has been hand-crimped to seal in the delicious flavours.
The Rickshaw Club - Back Lawn
Championing traditional Indian street food with a modern twist, The Rickshaw Club are big on creating dishes that burst with flavour.
Seitans Grill - Lawn
Delivering vegan alternatives to junk food classics, ou can chow down on this delicious food knowing that you’re also limiting your impact on the environment – all packaging is either fully recyclable or compostable.
What if I'm thirsty?
You’ll never be far away from refreshments with bars and caddies located around the cricket ground. Whether you fancy a draught lager, a classic G&T or a soft drink – we’ve got you covered.
Head to the Marquee Bar at the Lawn or the Container Bar at the Fosters Grandstand for a choice of beer, lager and cider as well as a range of soft and hot drinks. If you’re feeling fruity go for the Strongbow Dark Fruits or if you’re feeling adventurous, the Glamorgan Welsh Strong Bitter.
What if I have other requirements?
West Cornwall pasty serves
- Thai Green Vegetable Pasty [Vegan]
- Traditional Pasty [GF] – please ask your server for the GF option
The Strawberry Stop serves
- All strawberries & cream options are vegetarian
Seitans Grill serves
- All options are vegan
- Please ask your server for GF details
Note to event-goers:
- Please ask your server for any of the above dishes.
- All of the items are prepared with gluten-free ingredients. However, as the event environment is not 100% gluten-free, we cannot guarantee that any item will not have come in contact with gluten during preparation.