WALES V SCOTLAND FAN GUIDE
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GET IN EARLY. Due to enhanced security measures we strongly advise that all fans arrive at the stadium early. Do not leave it until to the last hour when queues are likely to be at their peak as you risk missing Kick Off. FAN GUIDE Gates open at 11:15. PRINCIPALITY STADIUM IS GOING CASHLESS TO QUICKEN SERVICE AND REDUCE WAITING TIMES A limited number of outlets will accept cash payments. See page 9. NO LARGE UMBRELLAS. Strictly no golfing umbrellas are allowed inside the venue. Small umbrellas are permitted but cannot be used whilst the event is in progress. Prepare for all weather conditions. MAKE SURE YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR GATE IS and allow time to get there. Not all gates face the city centre. PROHIBITED ITEMS. Large Umbrellas, Professional Cameras, Audio / Video Recorders, Lasers or Flash Lights, Selfie Sticks, Pyrotechnics, Knives, Tasers, Mace, or Glass. For the full list visit - GUINNESS SIX NATIONS 2020 principalitystadium.wales/information/ground-rules All spectators will be subject to 100% Search. Any prohibited Items found WALES v SCOTLAND shall be surrendered as a condition of entry. ALL BAGS ARE SEARCHED Your waiting time will be longer if you bring a bag. We will not permit large bags into the stadium, but SATURDAY 14 MARCH small bags and handbags will be allowed. We class small bags as no larger than 35cm x 40cm x 19cm. PROOF OF AGE. Principality Stadium Operates under a STRICT Challenge 21 Policy. GATES OPEN 11:15 Passports and Driving Licenses are the ONLY accepted proof of ID. - YOUR TEAM NEEDS YOU! We want all fans to enjoy the event, but please be respectful to KICK OFF 14:15 your fellow fans, players and officials. Antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated. CORONAVIRUS The safety of our staff and supporters in attendance of the Wales v Scotland game on Sat 14th March is our top priority. We are following current government guidelines and those set out by Public Health Wales and the World Health Organisation. Throughout the stadium we will provide: • Hand sanitiser points • Personal hygiene information posters • St Johns and Welsh Ambulance Service staff available within the stadium grounds to assist spectators with medical emergencies. Event day stewards have also been provided with guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19). KEY TIMINGS Saturday 14 March Don’t Miss Kick-off! Gates open at 11:15, so please get in early! Expected Crowd - 73,000 Road Closure (Approx) 10:45 Due to enhanced security measures we strongly advise that all fans arrive at the stadium early. Do not leave it until to the last hour when queues are likely to be at their peak as you 11:15 Gates open risk missing Kick Off. - All bags are searched. There are separate lines for bag searches which are 14:15 Wales v Scotland - Kick off signposted, but please be aware you will need to allow more time if you bring a bag - Make sure you know where your gate is and allow time to get there. Not all gates face the city centre 16:45 Roads Open (Approx) ALL TIMINGS SUBJECT TO DELAY PLEASE BE AWARE THE PRE-MATCH SHOW WILL CONTAIN FLASHING LIGHTS AND PYROTECHNICS THROUGHOUT EVENT & VENUE GUIDE 2 PRINCIPALITY STADIUM CORONAVIRUS The safety of our staff and supporters in attendance of the Wales v Scotland game on Sat 14th March is our top priority. Throughout the stadium we will provide: We are following current government guidelines and those set out by Public Health Wales and the World Health Organisation. • Hand sanitiser points • Personal hygiene information posters For the latest information and advice on Coronavirus (COVID-19) please • St Johns and Welsh Ambulance Service staff refer to the Public Health Wales which can be accessed via this link: available within the stadium grounds to assist spectators with medical emergencies. Event day https://phw.nhs.wales/topics/latest-information-on-novel- stewards have also been provided with guidance on coronavirus-covid-19/ coronavirus (COVID-19). Please note this website is updated every day at 3pm. We recommend that you do not attend the match For anyone travelling to the stadium we also ask that you familiarise if you have been advised to self-isolate by NHS 111 yourself with the advice from the WHO and the NHS which can be online or a medical professional. found here: If you suspect that you may have Coronavirus or https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/common- want information on how to prevent the spread questions/ of the disease we recommend that you follow the NHS guidelines set out here: https://www.nhs.uk/ https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019 conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/ EVENT & VENUE GUIDE 3 PRINCIPALITY STADIUM TIPS TO KEEP YOU SAFE See the latest advice from the Public Health Wales on prevention and how to keep yourself safe. EVENT & VENUE GUIDE 4 PRINCIPALITY STADIUM CARDIFF ROAD CLOSURES There will be a full city centre road closure from 10.45am until 16.45pm on Additions: grounds of public safety. Civic Centre: Access to the Enhanced security measures will be in place at Principality Stadium so all Civic Centre will be controlled those that are coming to Cardiff to watch the game are strongly advised to throughout the day, with access leave plenty of time to get into the city and into the stadium. allowed only for rugby parking, limited commuter parking, loading Those attending the rugby match are strongly advised to leave large bags at home and and access to private car parks. pay attention to the prohibited items listed at principalitystadium.wales before they Roads affected include: King travel into the city. Edward VII Avenue, Museum Avenue, City Hall Road, College From early in the day, Scott Road and Park Street will be closed as a result of the need to Road & Gorsedd Gardens Road prepare Gate 5 and protect queuing fans. The following roads will be closed as part of the full city centre road closure Station Terr / Guildford St from which will take place at 10.45am. its junction with Newport Rd to its junction with Churchill Way southbound will be access for STADIWM • Kingsway from its junction with North Rd to its junction with Duke St. PRINCIPALITY buses only throughout the time STADIUM • Cowbridge Road East from its junction with Cathedral Rd to its junction with period of the full closure – this Westgate St. is to ensure reliable access for buses to the satellite bus stops in • Tudor St from its junction with Clare Rd to its junction with Wood St (access for Churchill Way. residents & traders will be permitted via Fitzhammon Embankment) Please also note that following • Plantagenet St & Beauchamp St from their junctions with Despenser Place to their the removal of the event closure junctions with Tudor St (access for residents & traders will be permitted) the night-time closure of the Lower end of St Mary St, from its • Saunders Road from its junction with St Mary Street junction with Wood St / Westgate BUS AND RESIDENT ACCESS MYNEDIAD I FYSUS A PHRESWYLWYR St to the junction with Mill Lane PARK AND RIDE DROP OFF MAN GOLLWNG PARCIO A THEITHIO • Customhouse Street throughout its length (access to private car parks will be will remain in place, meaning that permitted) it will be implemented earlier than normal at 19:45. • Penarth Road from its junction with Saunders Road to the entrance leading into the rear of the Central Train Station • The following roads will be closed in their entirety: - Duke St, Castle St, High St, St.Mary St, Caroline St, Wood St, Central Sq, Westgate St, Quay St, Guildhall Pl, Golate, Park St, Havelock St & Scott Rd. EVENT & VENUE GUIDE 5 PRINCIPALITY STADIUM Cars & coaches will be directed to leave the M4 at J32, travel south along the A470 to the Civic centre (King Edward VII Ave, Museum Ave & Gorsedd Gardens) PARKING (Approx. 0.5miles walk to Principality Stadium, Gate 2) EVENT DAY PARKING AT EVENT PARK & RIDE EVENT DAY PARKING CIVIC CENTRE AT LECKWITH AT SOPHIA GARDENS Getting There: Exit Junction 32 of M4, head South on A470 towards City (CARDIFF CITY STADIUM) Getting There: Exit Junction 32 of M4 Centre and follow signage to Civic Centre Distance from City Centre: Approx. 0.5miles walk to Cost: £12 Pre-Book Online or £15 payable on the day at the car park Getting There: Access from Junction 33 of the M4, then Principality Stadium, Gate 2 (cash only) follow signage to site Cost: £15 payable on the day at the car park (cash only) Parking time: Car Park opens 8am and closes 12am (Midnight) Drop Off Point: Fitzhammon Embankment, 2mins walk from stadium Parking time: Car Park opens 8am and closes 12am Check out pre-booking website: (Midnight) Distance from City Centre: 1.5miles (10-15mins) Please Note: Sophia Gardens car park will be staffed until Cost: £8 Pre Book Online or £10 payable on the day at 20.00, all vehicles are left on site at the owner’s risk, The Civic Centre Event Day Parking (Coaches & Mini Buses) the car park (cash only) City of Cardiff Council will not be held responsible for any theft or damage to motor vehicles or personal possessions. Getting There: Exit Junction 32 of M4, head South on A470 towards City Check out pre-book website: Any vehicles left in the car park after the closing time will be Centre and follow signage to Civic Centre If customers pre-book Park & Ride, they are required to fined. Cost: £25 payable on the day at the car park (cash only), or pre-book in print the pre booking confirmation and hand it to staff advance at site on arrival.