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Important information for travelling supporters

2023-04-06T12:47:47.929Z

SUPPORTER INFORMATION: MIDDLESBROUGH v BURNLEY

Important information for travelling supporters

2023-04-06T12:47:47.929Z

Important information for travelling supporters

Burnley travel to the Riverside Stadium on Friday evening.

Address: Middlesbrough FC, Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough, TS3 6RS

Travel

By Car

The postcode for the Riverside Stadium is TS3 6RS. A sat nav will lead you to the ground. Please be aware that there will be road closures before and after a game.

Routes into Middlesbrough by road

From the north approaching Middlesbrough on the A19, cross over the River Tees and take the A66 eastbound towards Middlesbrough town centre. Stay on the A66 past the town centre and follow signs to the stadium, which you will see on your left.

From the south leave the A1(M) at junction 49, signposted to Teesside, and join the A168, which after roughly 11 miles will become the A19. Approximately 19 miles later take the A66 eastbound towards Middlesbrough town centre. Stay on A66 past the town centre (on your right) and follow signs to the stadium, which you will see on your left.

From the west leave the A1(M) at junction 57 onto the A66(M). Follow signs to Teesside on the A66. In approximately 18 miles you will pass Middlesbrough town centre (on your right) and follow signs to the stadium, which you will see on your left.

Parking

Matchday parking at the stadium is only available to permit holders. Both home and away fans are able to purchase permits by calling the ticket office on 01642 929421* (subject to availability).

If you do not have a permit, you are advised to use town centre parking. The town has more than 3,500 long stay parking spaces, which give you plenty of options to leave your car whilst watching the match. You are advised to use the town centre car parks as enforcement action will be taken against cars parked illegally or unsafely in areas around the stadium.

For further details on where to park on a matchday please visit middlesbrough.gov.uk

Coach Parking

Visiting coaches and minibuses are advised to park in car park D at the stadium. Access to this car park is from The Leeway. Coaches will be directed by MFC Stewards. The price of coach parking is £20 per coach and £10 per minibus. Parking is directly outside the visitors’ turnstiles.

Road Closures

Please note that a road closure operates before and immediately after the game to allow pedestrians to arrive and leave the Riverside safely. Road closures are likely to be in place for up to an hour before kick-off and up to 30 minutes after the final whistle.

By Rail

Middlesbrough Station is located on Albert Road which is a 10-to-15-minute walk from the Riverside. LNER, TransPennine and Northern all operate through Middlesbrough Railway Station with direct services to and from York, Leeds and Manchester, and soon to be London. Connecting services run to Eaglescliffe (Grand Central) and Darlington (Virgin East Coast) which offer more routes to London and around the country.

Please note there are essential improvement and engineering works being carried out across the rail network over the Easter weekend. There will be disruption to services on many routes between Friday 7th April and Monday 10th April 2023 (inclusive). Some train services will be affected so please check your journey before you go.

By Bus

Middlesbrough bus station is located with a 25-minute walk to the Riverside Stadium. It is served by coach services departing from and to many major cities throughout England. Please note there is no bus service directly to the Riverside Stadium.

By Air

Travelling fans from all over the world can fly into Teesside International Airport, which is a 12-mile drive from the Riverside Stadium. The airport offers connections via London and Amsterdam to cities across the world.

Ticketing

If a visiting supporter misplaces their ticket, duplicates will not be issued without authorisation from a representative of the visiting club. Duplicate tickets will then be available from the Visitors’ Ticket Office.

Any visiting supporter that attempts to use a match ticket that has been cancelled will be refused entry to the Riverside Stadium.

For any further information on ticketing queries we recommend that you call the Middlesbrough Football Club Ticket Office on 01642 929421 or email ticket@mfc.co.uk

Turnstiles

The away supporter section is located in the East stand of the Riverside Stadium and can be accessed through turnstiles 53-61.

The turnstiles open 90 minutes prior to kick off.

Supporters can be searched prior to entering the stadium. Thorough searches will be carried out by MFC stewards at the turnstiles.

Any supporters found with prohibited items in their possession may be arrested. Copies of the Ground Regulations are displayed at the turnstiles and can be found online at mfc.co.uk

Fan Behaviour

We ask that all supporters remain seated throughout the match and do not block the aisles. Any supporter whom attempts to disrupt play, at any time, will be ejected from the stadium and may be arrested. This also applies to supporters identified to be throwing items on to the field of play or into the home supporter areas. Any visiting supporters identified within the home section will be ejected from the stadium.

Discriminatory behaviour which includes, shouting chanting or actions such as racist, sectarian, homophobic, sexist or anti-disability behaviour, is unacceptable. If you witness incidents like these please contact the nearest steward and report your concerns. This will help the Club to act on any information given as quickly as possible.

Smoking

Smoking and the use of electronic cigarettes (and/or similar products) is not allowed inside the Riverside Stadium.

Food & Drink

There are concessions stalls throughout inside the Riverside Stadium supplying hot and cold drinks including alcohol as well as an extensive food range including burgers, pies, pizzas and hot dogs.

Fanzone

Supporters can enjoy the Riverside Stadium FanZone, located in front of the stadium’s West Stand and opposite the Ayresome Park Gates, before and after the match. There’s live music and entertainment by local artists, as well as a range of food and drink on offer.

Epilepsy Warning

Flashing lights operate in this venue on matchdays. This is usually shortly before and after kick-off. If you experience epileptic seizures when viewing flashing lights, this light show may affect you. Please seek assistance from the nearest steward if you feel unwell.

Matchday programme

The matchday programme #UTB is available to purchase at the ground or online at ignitionsportsmedia.co.uk. The programmes is priced at £3. Programmes are available at the Middlesbrough retail store, situated in the North West corner of the stadium or from programme sellers in various locations outside the stadium.

Lost Property

Any property found within the stadium will be recorded at main reception. If any supporters find any lost property this should be handed in to the nearest steward. Supporters can contact main reception on 01642 929420.

Seating

For visiting supporters, there is wheelchair availability on a raised deck within the visitors section. Again, additional spaces are provided pitchside if needed.

Visually impaired supporters are able to sit alongside their personal assistants in any part of the stadium, providing the seating is suitable for their specific requirements.

Parking

There are five spaces available for disabled supporters of visiting teams, which can be booked by telephone on 01642 929421. Parking spaces cost £6 each, plus a processing fee of £1 per pass purchased.

Audio Descriptive Commentary

The club currently has an audio descriptive commentary service available. If interested please email supporters@mfc.co.uk or call Rachel Brophy on 01642 929430.

Food & Drink

Each kiosk has lowered counters to make it easier for wheelchair access.

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