Dragons RFC face Cardiff Rugby in a huge BKT United Rugby Championship clash on Boxing Day (kick-off 2.15pm). Ahead of the game, we have compiled all the information you need to enjoy your time with us!
All fans are reminded that with a big crowd expected in Newport, please plan your day and allow extra time to enter the stadium. Thank you.
Supporter Information
Ticketing Information
Tickets for our fixtures against Cardiff Rugby, Vodacom Bulls and Emirates Lions as well as Half Season Tickets (effective from Boxing Day) can be purchased by clicking HERE or by calling the Ticket Office for more information on 01633 670690 during office hours.
Limited tickets will also available on match day from the Ticket Office at Rodney Parade that opens at 10am. However, please note to enjoy Early Bird prices you should buy in advance of match day.
Fan Zone
Rodney Parade will be hosting the Fan Zone from 11am - entrance is FREE via the main gates. The Fan Zone will host a Big Screen showing both Ospreys versus Scarlets (kick-off 5pm) and Munster versus Leinster (kick-off 7.35pm) post-match.
White Noise will also be preforming live on stage within the Fan Zone following the full-time whistle. A variety of catering and beverage outlets, with various promotions, will be running throughout the day.
Newport Food Bank
Supporters from both Dragons RFC and Newport County fixtures are welcome to drop off food donations at the Fan Zone Marquee. Newport Food Bank are particularly in need of the following items:
- Soup
- Tomatoes/Pasta Sauce
- Meat
- Tinned Fruit
- Rice/Noodles
- Small Jars of Coffee
- Milk UHT
- Jam
- Toiletries
Players Appearances
In addition to the various match day activations, a selection of senior players will be on hand from 1.15pm in the marquee for a Q&A session and stadium store for autographs and photos ahead of kick-off.
Cashless Stadium
Please note - all bars inside Rodney Parade are completely cashless. However, the stadium bars will accept all major debit and credit cards.
Stadium Smoking Policy
Rodney Parade is a smoke-free stadium and smoking, or the use of electronic cigarettes is not permitted within the stands. Supporters may smoke and use electronic cigarettes within the designated smoking area – your nearest steward will be able to point you to the nearest smoking area. Supporters are not able to exit and re-enter the stadium for any reasons.
Travel Information
Travelling by Car
From the West: Please take Junction 26 from the M4 before taking the 3rd exit off the roundabout onto Malpas Road (A4041). Then proceed through the next 2 sets of traffic lights, keeping to the left-hand lane at the roundabout before taking the second exit off the roundabout. At the next roundabout, take the first exit (across the River Usk) before bearing right onto Chepstow Road. Once on Chepstow Road, take the first right onto Cedar Road followed by the next right onto Corporation Road and the first left onto Grafton Road. Rodney Parade is then situated on the left hand side.
From the East: Please take Junction 26 from the M4 before taking the 3rd exit off the roundabout onto Malpas Road (A4041). Then proceed through the next 2 sets of traffic lights, keeping to the left-hand lane at the roundabout before taking the second exit off the roundabout. At the next roundabout, take the first exit (across the River Usk) before bearing right onto Chepstow Road. Once on Chepstow Road, take the first right onto Cedar Road followed by the next right onto Corporation Road and the first left onto Grafton Road. Rodney Parade is then situated on the left hand side.
Car Parking
Please note, unfortunately there is NO car parking availability at Rodney Parade. For car parking, please follow directions for the city centre once you have departed the motorway. Car parks at both Friars Walk and Kingsway are a short walk across the Millennium River Bridge.
Travelling by Train
Unfortunately, there will be NO Train service running nationally on both December 25 and 26. With this in mind, supporters are encouraged to plan ahead with alternative methods of transportation.
Travelling by Supporter Coach
Newport Transport facilitate a Coach and Minibus Parking facility, at £35 and £15 respectively. They are situated on 160 Corporation Road, Newport, NP19 0WF; adject to Rodney Parade and therefore an ideal location for visiting supporters.
Newport Transport can be contact at sales@newporttransport.co.uk or 01633670563. Please note that all bookings are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Tickets for BKT United Rugby Championship action at Rodney Parade is on sale NOW! Click HERE to buy online or call 01633 670690.
