We look forward to welcoming members and supporters to Merchant Taylors' School this week for our return to action in the Rothesay County Championship, when we'll take on Northamptonshire between Tuesday 22nd and Friday 25th July.
Everything you'll need to know ahead of your visit to Merchant Taylors' School can be found below.
MATCH TIMINGS...
NB: If play is curtailed on days one or two, overs will be added on during subsequent days making up for lost time (except for day four where timings are fixed).
MATCH ADMISSION INFORMATION...
Middlesex members simply need to produce their valid 2025 membership card at the entrance gate to gain entry into the ground.
Middlesex members with a valid Season Guest Pass for the 2025 season can use these to bring guests into the ground with them on all four days of this fixture. Please note the conditions of purchase of a Season Guest Pass - they may only be used when entering the ground with the member who has purchased the pass. Admission will not be granted to anyone trying to enter the ground when not in the presence of the member who owns the Season Guest Pass.
Members wishing to buy Guest Tickets for Guests to join them at the match can purchase online HERE or at the admission gates upon arrival.
TICKET INFORMATION...
Tickets can be purchased in advance HERE or at the gate on arrival.
Ticket prices: Adults £20 / Over 65s £10 / Under 16s £5
ALCOHOL POLICY...
Alcoholic beverages may be brought into the ground for County Championship matches.
This is limited to one bottle of wine (max 750ml) or 2 cans or bottles of beer/lager/cider per person (max 500ml) or two cans of pre-mixed aperitifs/spirits (max 330ml)
SEATING INFORMATION...
Unreserved temporary folding chairs are provided for spectators, however, should you wish to bring your own chair then this is permitted. There are also sunshade pagoda marquees to offer shade for spectators.
Two grandstands will also be available with a limited number of elevated seating positions available in each, on a first-come, first-served basis. One is situated on the school side of the ground and one at the Benham End side of the ground.
A reserved area for wheelchair users and spectators with limited mobility is also available situated near the entrance gate, with access to a Changing Places facility.
HOT WEATHER ADVICE...
Whilst temperatures have dropped in recent days, should this week see a return to sunnier weather, we recommend that all spectators apply sunscreen at regular intervals, stay hydrated with plenty of fluids, and find shaded areas to sit in - there are sunshade pagodas available at various points around the ground and plenty of tree cover. If you feel unwell at any point, please speak to any of the ground stewards, who will offer assistance.
CATERING INFORMATION...
There are various catering outlets available for spectators situated around the ground.
These include:
Please note: Middlesex members can show your membership card at the bar to receive a discounted price.
Spectators can also refill their water bottles from free water dispensers around the ground.
MIDDLESEX POP-UP SHOP & INFORMATION AREA...
Middlesex merchandise can be purchased from the Middlesex Shop and Information Tent, situated next to the spectator entrance into the ground. Free scorecards can also be collected here. Information on Middlesex membership also available from the Membership team on duty.
There are two fantastic offers to take advantage of at Merchant Taylors' School this week, both available in the pop-up shop - one for membership and one for merchandise.
HALF-SEASON MEMBERSHIP OFFER - Anyone purchasing a half-season membership at Merchant Taylors' tomorrow, available at just £145, which includes all full adult membership benefits and entry into all remaining Men's and Women's matches this season, will have the price of their admission ticket to tomorrow's game refunded to them!
MERCHANDISE SPECIAL OFFER - Spectators can take advantage of a fantastic sale in the pop-up shop, with a 20% discount being offered on any and all Castore items in the shop. Make sure you pay the shop a visit and grab yourself some real bargains!
GROUND INFORMATION...
A multi-faith / quiet space marquee is available at the ground. A wheelchair accessible toilet, baby change facility and changing places are all also available in the ground.
Our stewards are on hand to help if you are unfamiliar with the layout of the ground, please do ask for directions to any of the above facilities.
We wish to remind all spectators that dogs are not permitted into Merchant Taylors' School matches with the exception of special assistance dogs.
We also wish to remind spectators that for the comfort of fellow spectators, no smoking or vaping is permitted in the seating areas of the ground. There are designated smoking areas around the ground, so please ensure these are used, and that all used cigarette butts are deposited in the safety buckets provided.
GETTING TO THE GROUND...
GETTING TO THE GROUND BY CAR: Entrance is via the Main school entrance on Sandy Lodge Lane (HA6 2HT or use https://w3w.co/appeal.green.work)
If you are travelling by vehicle to the game, please be aware that there are gas works in operation on Hampermill Lane (A4125) with four-way temporary traffic lights in operation. This will lead to delays on arriving at the ground, so please leave a little more time to arrive.
Please follow signs for Middlesex car parking on entry into the school grounds. Parking is on the field adjacent to the ground. No vehicle access via Sandy Lodge Road. For more info see HERE.
Those with blue badges, or accessibility needs, can park in the Blue Badge car parking area. Please speak to the steward at the car park gate on arrival - do not turn left into the car parking field.
PARKING AT THE GROUND: Parking can also be purchased in advance by clicking HERE or upon arrival at the ground. Members £4, Non-Members £6.
GETTING TO THE GROUND BY TUBE: Nearest Tube; Moor Park (Metropolitan Line) 10-minute walk - please follow directions below for short cut.
At the exit turnstiles, double back on yourself, sharp right along the walkway under the railway line. Go up the stairs and turn sharp left through the barrier onto the path through the spinney that is parallel to the railway. At the end, bear left along Askew Road, cross the road at the zebra crossing and walk on 50 yards until you see the school gates on your right. Walk up the Long Drive and you will see the ground entrance gates on the cricket field on your left.
For the very latest news and updates on travel disruptions on the TFL network, click HERE.
SMOKING/VAPING POLICY....
For the comfort of all spectators, smoking or vaping is not permitted in your seats. There are designated areas provided for vaping and spoking, so please follow signs or ask a steward for directions.
NOT ATTENDING THE GAME? WATCH OUR LIVE ENHANCED STREAM...
If you're not planning on attending the game tomorrow, then there's no better way to keep on top of the action than by watching Middlesex's live and enhanced stream of the match via the Club's website or on the Club's YouTube channel. The game will be covered by multiple manned broadcast cameras, with match commentary brought to you by our lead commentator Kevin Hand and guest commentators.
MIDDLESEX OUT-GROUND REGULATIONS...
Spectators are politely asked to familiarise themselves with the Middlesex out-ground regulations, which can be viewed HERE. Please note that spectators attending the ground may be searched on entry. Please follow the guidance given by our stewards and security staff in this instance.
Middlesex Cricket are proud to stand against all forms of discrimination and look forward to welcoming everyone to our grounds to enjoy the game. If you see or experience inappropriate or anti-social behaviour at the ground, please alert your nearest steward, or you can report any incidents to the Control Room directly, by sending a text or WhatsApp message to 07561 854001 giving details of the incident and the location
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