Matchday Information: South Shields FC vs Brackley Town FC

📅 Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025

⏰ Kick-off: 3:00 PM

📍 Venue: 1st Cloud Arena

Announcements

Today, we are proud to welcome Epinay Business & Enterprise School as our official Ball Sponsor! A special mention also goes to the Epinay mascots who will accompany the home team onto the pitch, welcomed by the flag bearers from Epinay.

Epinay School has played an incredible role in supporting the club this week—helping at the Welfare, 1st Cloud Arena, and even providing meals for the first team. Huge thanks to Chris Rue, the staff, and students for their outstanding contributions!

Turnstile & Stadium Information

🚪 No Segregation: All turnstiles will be open.🎟️ Turnstile Opening Times:

Turnstiles 1 & 2: 12:15 PM
All other turnstiles & main reception: 12:30 PM
📺 Live Sports: We will be showing the Sunderland match (kick-off at 12:30 PM).
🎶 Matchday Atmosphere: Mariners Matchday host Geoff Main will be on PA, with a pre-match playlist and live announcements.
☀️ Weather Forecast: Looking good for matchday!

Ticket Information

🎟️ Home Tickets: Available online at South Shields FC or at the gate via any turnstile.

Pricing

General Standing

£16 Adult
£10 Concession
£6 Child (13-16)
£4 Child (U12)

General Seating

£18 Adult
£12 Concession
£8 Child (13-16)
£6 Child (U12)

🔺 Upgrades: Available in the Red Block, Wolf Comp Stand, and Durata Stand at the 50-50 hut (near Turnstiles 1 & 2).

Food & Drink

🍔 Food Outlets Open from 12:30 PM Until Full-Time:

Fanzone
Dicksons Kiosk
Burger Van
Club House Kiosk
Kets N Pop

🍻 Bars & Lounges:

New Stand: 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM (private party in the evening)
Marquee: 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Shipley Lounge: (Hospitality Guests & Pass Holders Only) 12:30 PM – Close
Barbour Room: 12:30 PM – Close
Club House: 12:30 PM – Close

🏅 Exclusive Access: Guests of the Shipley and Balcony Ticket Holders can use the Barbour Bar until kick-off, with wristband restrictions in place after that.

For Away Fans

⚽ Turnstiles: While there is no segregation, away fans are encouraged to use Turnstiles 3 & 4, open from 12:30 PM.🌭 Food & Drink: Available at various kiosks around the ground.

Club Shop & Merch

🛍️ The Club Shop (Wolf Competitions Stand, near Turnstiles 1 & 2) will be open:

Pre-Match
Half-Time
Post-Match (Until Close)

Travel & Parking

🚗 Parking:

Limited unreserved parking is available on Shaftesbury Avenue—arrive early to secure a spot.
Additional parking is available on Bedesway, with access via Turnstile 5.

🚆 Public Transport: The nearest Metro station is Bede, just a 5-minute walk to the stadium.

Enjoy the Game!

On behalf of everyone at South Shields FC, we thank you for your incredible support. Enjoy the match, and let’s cheer the team on to victory at the 1st Cloud Arena! ⚽