Dragons RFC face reigning champions Leinster Rugby at Rodney Parade in the BKT United Rugby Championship this Friday evening - below is all your match day information to enjoy your day supporting the Men of Gwent...
Supporter Information
Ticketing Information
Seasons Memberships as well as tickets for our BKT United Rugby Championship fixture with Leinster Rugby and upcoming games with Ospreys can be purchased in advance by clicking HERE or by visiting the Ticket Office from 10am on match day.
KLA Fan Zone Activities
From 5.15pm the KLA Fan Zone Marquee bar will open with a special drink offer: 50p off pints between 6pm and 7pm. Draught alcohol pints only. Excludes Season Member discounts. Please drink responsibly.
In addition to the various match day activations in, a selection of senior players will be on hand from 6:30pm in the marquee for a Q&A session for autographs and photos.
Support our Toy Drop
We are joining forces with local community groups for a special toy drop for our league fixture with Leinster – with attending the BKT United Rugby Championship fixture encouraged to take toys to donate. We will be filling our Eco Hub with donations and then our players, award-winning community team and local groups and charities will be helping deliver the gifts to the community. Pop along to the Eco Hub on the main driveway to donate!
White Ribbon Support
White Ribbon Day is a global campaign that supports the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, that calls on men and boys to challenge harmful attitudes and behaviours, and to play an active role in ending violence against women and girls.
Dragons RFC is proud to stand alongside local organisations, sports clubs, and community groups to raise awareness about domestic abuse and encourage men to speak up and take action. Visit the KLA Fan Zone on match day to discover more.
If you have experienced abuse, or are worried about someone you know, please reach out and tell someone. You can contact the Live Fear Free 24/7 helpline for advice and support on 0808 80 10 800 or CLICK HERE Always call 999 in an emergency.
Dragons Choir
The Dragons Choir will be performing on match day at Rodney Parade. Check them out at half-time and in the KLA Fan Zone pre-game.
Pre-match Light Show
Make sure you head to your seats or terrace spot early as drop the lights for our pre-match show!
Retail Promotions
The Dragons RFC home, away and European kit, plus our training range for the 2025/26 season and new long sleeve cotton away jersey, will be available to purchase in the Stadium Store from 10am. Enjoy massive Black Friday savings this match day at Rodney Parade.
Rodney’s Bar
Rodney’s Bar is open – over 12s only – from 5.45pm. Please enter via Gate 6. Special Offer – 50p off pints between 6pm and 7pm. Draught alcohol pints only. Excludes Season Member discounts. Please drink responsibly.
Cashless Stadium
The stadium opens at 6.15pm. Please note that 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.
Have any Questions?
If you have any queries regarding your Match Day at Rodney Parade or if there is anything we can assist with, please feel free to contact us at info@dragonsrfc.wales. Alternatively, please keep an eye out for our “Here to Help” Team on Match Day, who can assist with any queries on Match Day.
Travel Information
Travelling by Car
From the West:
- Take Junction 26 from the M4
- Take 3rd Exit off Roundabout onto Malpas Road
- Take 2nd Exit off Roundabout
- At Next Roundabout take 1st Exit across River Usk
- At Next Traffic Lights bear Right onto Chepstow Road
- Take 1st Right onto Cedar Road Take 1st Right onto Corporation Road
- Take 1st Left onto Grafton Road
- Rodney Parade is on your Left.
From the East:
- Take Junction 25a from the M4
- Take 1st Exit off Roundabout onto Heidenheim Way
- Take 1st Exit off Flyover Take 2nd Exit off Roundabout
- At Next Roundabout take 1st Exit across River Usk
- At Next Traffic Lights bear Right onto Chepstow Road
- Take 1st Right onto Cedar Road
- Take 1st Right onto Corporation Road
- Take 1st Left onto Grafton Road
- Rodney Parade is on your Left.
Car Parking
Please note that unfortunately there is no Car Parking availability at Rodney Parade, unless pre-booked.
There are several public car parks in the City Centre within a short walking distance of Rodney Parade.
- Kingsway (Multistorey) Open until midnight, NP20 1EX
- Friars Walk Car Park, open 24 hours NP20 1EA
- Riverfront - NP20 1HG
- Emlyn Street - NP20 1ES
- Clarence Car park (multi storey)
Travelling by Bus
Season Members are reminded they qualify for FREE travel with Newport Transport on match days – just show your membership card. For more information on Newport Bus click HERE
Travelling by Train
Check out our new train planner HERE provided by Train Split.
Newport Train Station is an approximate 10–15-minute walk to Rodney Parade. Transport for Wales have recently launched a new facility to monitor train capacities. This function can be found on the TFW Capacity Checker | TfW.
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 our home BKT United Rugby Championship and EPCR Challenge Cup fixtures are on sale NOW! Click HERE to buy online or call the Ticket Office team on 01633 670 690 during office hours
