SPECTATOR INFORMATION – DURHAM V LEICESTERSHIRE – COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP
The final week of the season is here as Division 2 Winners Durham take on Leicestershire tomorrow at Seat Unique Riverside, as we look to round off a successful season on home soil.
The players and staff will be presented with the Division 2 Trophy following the conclusion of the match currently scheduled for Friday evening (5:30pm); please note this could change depending on the outcome of the fixture.
To celebrate our successful season, members and supporters will have the opportunity to watch the trophy celebrations in action – which will take place on the field in front of the Don Robson Pavilion.
We look forward to seeing you all tomorrow & here’s everything you need to know ahead of attending the fixture or watching from home!
Just a reminder as we are now into September, games start at 10:30am
GATES
Entry to the ground will be via Gate 2.
Gates will open at 9:30am
Hospitality gates will open at 9:30am with access via gate 2.
HOURS OF PLAY
The scheduled hours of play are as follows, but please listen for announcements of any adjustments to these timings on the day.
10:30am Start of play
5:30pm Scheduled Close of Play
VENUE
Seat Unique Riverside is a cashless venue.
TICKETS AND MEMBERSHIP
Tickets are available to purchase for all four days of this fixture from the box office at Gate 2. If you are arriving to any of the days after tea, tickets are priced at £5. Junior tickets are priced at £5. You can also buy match tickets by clicking here.
CAR PARKING
Parking is available in the council car parks outside the ground. There will be no stewarding in this area.
Members with pre paid disabled parking passes will be able to park in the ground, access being by gate 6.
GROUND/PITCH ACCESS
The match will be played on pitch 18.
SECURITY ARRANGEMENTS
Please allow sufficient time for our staff to carry out our security procedures (including bag searches and “pat – down”checks).
You can also assist with the security operation by reporting any concerns-no matter how small-to the club’s stewards. Help stay secure by staying alert; if something doesn’t look right, tell a steward.
SHOP/RECEPTION/BOX OFFICE
Durham’s Welcome Hub will be open throughout this fixture.
Fans will have the chance to browse all of Durham’s retail offering in our club shop including our end of season sale,
Free scorecards can be collected from the Welcome Hub on each morning.
Yearbooks are now available for members, to claim your free yearbook please show your membership card at the Welcome Hub. Yearbooks are also available to buy for £10 from the Welcome Hub.
LEAVING THE GROUND
The pass out facility will be available to spectators throughout the day for those wishing to leave and re-enter the ground during a match.
FOOD AND DRINK
The Durham Cricket members lounge will be open from 9:30am serving breakfast rolls, Lunch & Tea, and snacks along with hot and cold drinks.
The Sticky Wicket will be open from 10am serving breakfast, lunch and dinner along with hot and cold drinks.
LIVE STREAMING
This fixture will be live streamed and available to watch on the Durham Cricket website or by visiting our channel on Youtube.
VISUALLY IMPAIRED COMMENTARY
Thanks to a team of volunteers, we will once again be able to offer commentary on this fixture for those who are visually impaired and attending the Riverside.
If you wish to use this service, please head to box 12 for the fixture.
SOCIAL MEDIA
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