On Friday 15th March, Newport County face Cheltenham Town for the third time this season. County will be looking to make amends after narrowly losing out in the last two meetings.
PREVIEW
Looking for all of the facts and stats you need to know ahead of kick-off tomorrow, Exiles? Ryan Robinson has got you covered in his Preview!
LEVEL PLAYING FIELDS #WEEKSOFACTION MATCH
This match is our dedicated Level Playing Fields #WeeksOfAction event as we celebrate the several events the Club has going on throughout the Club, partnering up with mental health charity 'My Discombobulated Brain'.
Look out at half time for a whole host of events going on, pop into the Marquee to learn more about the charity, and give as generously as you can to the many bucket collectors collecting around the ground!
Follow My Discombobulated Brain on Twitter by clicking here and 'like' their page on Facebook by clicking here.
As well as checking out our Weeks of action partners on social media, read up on the group via their website by clicking here.
TICKET OFFICE
The Rodney Parade Ticket Office is open from 5:00pm until kick-off for all of your ticketing requirements.
It will also re-open at full-time for 30 minutes.
MATCHDAY PROGRAMME
Keep an eye out for Programme sellers all around Rodney Parade to pick up your 64-page copy for just £3.00!
Ahead of the match, take a look at our ‘Sneak Peek’ here.
COUNTY IN THE COMMUNITY
We are delighted to welcome the County fans of tomorrow to tonight’s game, Coed Eva FC. Enjoy the game, Exiles!
Look out for these young football fans in the pre-match guard of honour.
MATCHDAY MARQUEE
Newport City Radio will be hosting their match preview show this evening from the We Fight Any Claim Marquee. Enjoy team news, an interview with first-team players and some fantastic entertainment here before the match.
Pick up some sweets and treats as well as a drink at the bar while making the most of the pre-match entertainment.
Make sure you visit our bucket collectors and match partners 'My Discombobulated Brain' here to learn more about mental health awareness.
Join us at the Marquee before the match - can't make it? You can listen along live online by clicking here.
HALF TIME DRAW
The new and improved Half Time Draw is still going strong. Last week’s winner walked away with half the money raised whilst the three runners up took home fantastic prizes such as money off at the Club Shop and two free cinema tickets.
You can find out exactly what prizes are available and how you can be a winner without actually winning by clicking on the link below.
Find out more about the Half Time Draw.
FIRST TIME AT RODNEY PARADE
Rodney Parade is located right in the heart of the City meaning there’s always plenty to do before and after a game. We aim to create a fantastic atmosphere throughout the whole ground to allow you to really enjoy your time in Newport.
For more information on what’s on around the city, good places to eat, and parking and directions, please check out our First Time Visits and Families page for more information by clicking here.
ORDER OF EVENTS
9.30am - Kingsway Club Shop Opens
4.30pm - Kingsway Club Shop Closes
5.00pm - Rodney Parade Ticket Office Opens
5.00pm - Marquee opens
5.00pm - Disabled Supporters Association arrive to assist supporters.
5.00pm - Rodney Parade & Maindee School Car Parks open (Car parks close at 6.45pm & 7.00pm respectively)
5.00pm - Hospitality Collections open in the Ticket Office
6.00pm - Hospitality Opens
6.00pm - Newport City Radio Show begins.
6.15pm - Programmes and Half Time Draw Tickets on sale around the Stadium
6.15pm - Turnstiles open
6.45pm - Here to Help Volunteers available to assist supporters.
6.45pm - Teams are announced.
7.00pm - Teams come out to warm up.
7.45pm - Kick Off vs Cheltenham Town
8.30pm - Half Time and Half Time Presentation*
8.45pm - Second Half begins*
9.30pm - Full Time*
9.40pm - (Or 10 minutes after full time - whichever is later) Car Park re-opens
10.00pm - Ticket Office and Club Shop closes*
* Times will vary depending on the length of each half and how much additional time is awarded by the officials.