We are looking forward to welcoming Worcestershire Rapids & Birmingham Bears supporters to New Road for our first home Vitality Blast fixture of 2022.
We have included a lot of information in this spectator guide to help make spectator’s visit as enjoyable as possible. This spectator guide includes
• Where to find us
• Transport options
• food and drink
• Public WiFi
• Club Store
• Toilet facilities
• Smoking policy
• Ground Regulations
• See it, hear it, report it…
• Snap, tag & share photo competition
match tickets
All tickets for this match are SOLD OUT and entry will only be granted to those in possession of an advanced match day ticket, valid membership or Vitality Blast Season Pass.
Tickets for all other fixtures, including the Vitality Blast and all internationals are also available via the Club’s official website.
Entry to the Ground
Spectators can enter New Road on foot either through the main turnstile area in reception or via the gates at the Graeme Hick Pavilion side of the ground.
Gates are open at 12 noon ahead of the 2.30pm start leaving plenty of time for spectators to get to New Road and enjoy what’s on offer inside the ground.
Upon arrival all attending will have their bags checked by our trained security team to ensure the safety of everyone at the game. No food or drink items are allowed to be brought into the ground for this fixture, with the exception of bottled water.
Where to find us
New Road is situated in the center of Worcester, our full address is: Worcestershire County Cricket Club, New Road, Worcester, WR2 4QQ
Travel information
BY CAR
From north: From the M5 junction 7 follow the cricket stumps on the road signs to the ground. From south: From the M5 junction 7 follow the cricket stumps on the road signs to the ground. From east: From the A422, Alcester, continue on this road to roundabout junction with A4440 (Swinesherd Way), take second exit at roundabout on to A44, continue to follow the A44 and it will lead you to New Road, the county ground will be on your left. From west: From the A44, Evesham, stay on A44 (east) and it will lead you to New Road, the county ground will be on your left.
Car parking
A limited amount of car parking is available at New Road on a first come first served basis priced at £10 per day or £5 for Worcestershire CCC members. Blue badge holders can park for free.
The entrance for all spectator parking is situated on the hotel side of the ground.
There are also a number of car parks within short walking distance of the ground listed below:
Tybridge Street, Worcester, WR2 5BA
Distance to ground: 0.3 miles / 6 minutes
24 hours: £3.50
Standard spaces: 67
Disabled spaces: 3
Copenhagen Street Car Park, Worcester, WR1 2HB
Distance to ground: 0.4 miles / 8 minutes
24 hours: £10
Default spaces: 161
Disabled spaces (Free): 4
Newport Street, Worcester, WR1 3NR
Distance to ground: 0.3 miles / 6 minutes
24 hours: £6
Standard spaces: 163
Disabled spaces: 3
Cattle Market Car Park, Croft Road, Worcester, WR1 3NZ
Distance to ground: 0.4 miles / 8 minutes
24 hours: £6
Default spaces: 208
Disabled spaces: 25
BY BUS
Once you are in Worcester city center’s bus station that is beneath the Crown Gate Shopping Centre, walk out of the station, turn left, continue to walk straight ahead to a pedestrian crossing, walk across this and another pedestrian crossing, continue across the bridge over the Severn River and you will arrive at the county ground on your left.
BY TRAIN
Worcester Foregate Street is the closest train station to the county ground and is approximately 0.5 miles from the ground. To get to the county ground from Foregate Street station turn left out of the main entrance, head towards the cross where you turn right onto Broad Street. Continue straight, across two pedestrian crossings to get to the other side of New Road, walk over the bridge and you will shortly arrive at the cricket ground on your left.
food & drinks
The Diglis Bar, at the back of the Basil D’Oliveira Stand, the Severn Suite, located in The View and the Club Cafe are open serving a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and hot drinks alongside a wide range of food.
Worcestershire members will also be able to order hot food in the Graeme Hick Pavilion.
In the Food Village…
Original Burger Co
Handmade local steak burgers, topped with nacho cheese, dill pickles, tomato, lettuce and relish & chips
tikkabab
Tikka infused chicken, in an open tortilla wrap, Indian salad, chilli or yoghurt and mint sauce
Philly Cheese Steak Subs
Beef brisket, pickles, cheese sauce, red peppers and onions
Poutine Street
Canadian fries, cheese curd and gravy – topped with doner meat
Hilltop Farm Hog Roast
The finest quality of hand reared pork served in soft rolls with all the trimmings
Quench Your Thirst…
Real Ale Bar
Situated in the Food Village our Real Ale bar has a selection of eight real ales and eight ciders to quench your thirst.
Digli’s Bar
Serving a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and hot drinks alongside a wide range of food.
The Inside Out Beer Trailer
Based in the heart of the Food Village serving beers, soft drinks and wine.
Stowford Bar
Our drink bar serving a selection of alcoholic beverages
sports bar
Situated in the View building serving a full range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and a range of food.
Graeme Hick Pavilion
Our Members only bar is open serving a full range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Spin & Tonics
Head over to our newest bar, located between the Cafe & Graeme Hick Pavilion, serving Prosecco, Gin, Pimms and frozen cocktails.
Free giveaways
Vitality Blast 4’s & 6’s Cards are available from the turnstile entrance point and the Club Shop & Cafe
Player’s signing session
Get to meet the Rapids during the post-match signing session which will take place after play in the home player dugouts near the Graeme Hick Pavilion.
Official Club Shop
Our Official Club Shop is open on all match days stocking a wide range of Worcestershire merchandise including match shirts, training wear and leisure wear.
Gifts for supporters of all ages are also available among the wide range available.
Products are also available online via the Club’s official website.
Public WiFi
A newly upgraded public Wi-Fi is available throughout New Road, which you are very welcome to use at your leisure. Simply connect to The Cloud from the available list of wireless networks and follow the sign-in or login instructions.
scorecards
Scorecards are available to purchase at all food and drink outlets and the Club Shop priced at just £1 each
Toilet facilities
Ample toilet facilities are located, and well signposted, in various locations around the ground. Baby changing facilities are available in the Basil D’Oliveira Stand, Cafe, below the Ladies Pavilion and the Graeme Hick Pavilion.
Smoking Policy
New Road is a non-smoking ground. Smoking is prohibited in all areas with the exception of the hard standing parking areas behind the new scoreboard, at the rear of the Ladies Pavilion.
Cashless Venue
New Road is a cashless venue. All major credit and debit cards, Apple and Google Pay are accepted at all outlets around the ground.
Weather forecast
We advise that you come prepared for all weather conditions.
Ground Regulations
To view all terms and conditions of entering New Road please click here
Enjoy Your Visit
Should you require any further assistance during your visit to New Road, please do not hesitate to ask one of our stewards or members of staff who will be more than happy to help.
