Dragons RFC kick-off 2023 on home soil with a clash against South African giants the Vodacom Bulls on Friday evening (kick-off 7.35pm). Ahead of the game, we have compiled all the information you need to enjoy your time with us!
Supporter Information
Ticketing Information
Tickets for our fixtures against Vodacom Bulls, Emirates Lions and Glasgow Warriors can be purchased by clicking HERE or by calling the Ticket Office for more information on 01633 670690 during office hours.
Tickets will also available on match day morning from the Ticket Office at Rodney Parade from 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 5pm. The Fan Zone will host a Big Screen showing live sport. A variety of catering and beverage outlets, with various promotions, will be running throughout the evening.
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, Will Rowlands and Rhodri Jones will be on hand from 6.35pm in the marquee for a Q&A session, autographs and photos.
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 that 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 is a national train strike this Friday. Many services will be cancelled or limited so supporters are encouraged to check in advance and consider 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, all bookings are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Tickets for European and BKT United Rugby Championship action at Rodney Parade are on sale NOW! Click HERE to buy online or call 01633 670690.
