Matchday Guide: Leeds/Bradford UCCE

Derbyshire host Leeds/Bradford UCCE in a pre-season friendly, starting on Saturday 28 March (11am).

If you are joining us for this fixture, please read the information below which will ensure that your visit is safe, enjoyable and comfortable.

If you have any questions ahead of your visit to The Central Co-op County Ground, please email [email protected]. All ground regulations are subject to change. Thank you for your support.

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Matchday Information

Derbyshire vs Leeds/Bradford UCCE
Three-day friendly
Saturday 28 – Monday 30 March; 11am scheduled start
The Central Co-op County Ground, Derby

Gates Open: 60 minutes before the scheduled start of play
Intervals: Lunch 1pm • Tea 3.40pm.
Close: 6pm approx.

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Ground Entry & Parking

Gates open 60 minutes before the scheduled start of play and we ask all supporters not to arrive before this time.

Limited free parking will be available via the main entrance of The Central Co-op County Ground. Please note parking will be on a first come, first serve basis.

What3Words locations: 

We have registered the following areas on What3Words, making them easier for visitors to The Central Co-op County Ground to locate:

Main pedestrian entrance: artist.renwew.energy
Monarch Security Media Centre: villa.squad.ranks
Monarch Security Pavilion car park: sooner.zest.banana
Racecourse car park: winner.flight.sleepy
Frank Whittle Road overflow car park: bounty.sugar.fears
Matchday Ticket Pod: chins.tens.mostly

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Seating & Viewing

Please note that the Members Lounge and Executive Lounge will be CLOSED for this fixture.

Spectator Seating: Seating will be available in the Seat Unique Falcons Stand, the Central Co-op Stand and the Grandstand. Please note the Monarch Security Stand and seating next to the Ground Staff area will be off limits.

Disabled Access: Priority seating for supporters with accessibility needs will be available on the front row of the main Falcons Stand and to the back of the Grandstand in designated Accessible Viewing Bays. The use of these bays for this fixture will be on a first-come, first-served and unreserved basis. If any supporter requires assistance with any seating arrangements, please contact your nearest steward. Accessible toilets are located behind the Seat Unique Falcons Stand, in the Pavilion, to the back of the Monarch Security Business & Media Centre and the Ryley Wealth Elite Performance Centre (see Ground Map above).

Own Chairs: Supporters can bring their own chairs to sit on the grassed or concrete areas, however walkways must be kept clear at all times and stewards may direct supporters to move should they be blocking access.

Dogs: Supporters can bring dogs into County Championship and One-Day Cup fixtures. Subject to change.

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Additional Spectator Facilities

FREE Wi-Fi: The Club is pleased to offer a Wi-Fi service, which is available to all visitors to The Central Co-op County Ground. Simply select ‘Falcons Free Wi-Fi’ at the ground and follow the on-screen prompts to access superfast, free Wi-Fi.

Sensory Room: Book our Sensory Room, in partnership with The Whistle Foundation, now for your upcoming visit to The Central Co-op County Ground.

The room, located on the ground floor Pavilion, will provide a safe space for supporters with sensory issues and is now available to be pre-booked by filling in the form below.

Derbyshire have consulted with charities, as well as other industry-leading sports clubs, when designing and installing the Sensory Room, with several fibre-optic light fittings, 3D  wall features, soft seating and more included.

Multi-Faith Room: The Club’s Multi-Faith Room, located beneath the Monarch Security Business & Media Centre, will be open for use by spectators. For assistance, please speak to your nearest steward.

Toilets: Check the ground map above for the location of toilets around the ground. A Changing Places toilet is available behind the Seat Unique Falcons Stand and a key for the facility can be obtained from Main Reception in The Pavilion. Please note, the toilets in the Monarch Security Media Centre will be closed to spectators.

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Food & Drink

Tea and coffee will be available to spectators in the reception area of the Monarch Security Pavilion. Beverages will be free, although we ask spectators to make a small donation of 20p to the Me &  Dee charity in the donation box provided.

Water Refill Stations: Free-to-use water refill stations are located outside of the Pavilion, the Ryley Wealth Elite Performance Centre and to the side of the Boundary Bar. Supporters can refill their own bottles, or purchase reusable cups from the Club Shop.

Spectators are permitted to bring their own refreshments to this fixture, however alcohol (as well as low/zero alcohol alternatives), is limited to four standard size cans.

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Reception & Club Shop

Reception in The Monarch Security Pavilion will be open for supporters to get tea and coffee, but the Members Lounge and Executive Lounge will be CLOSED for this fixture.

Club Shop: Please note the Club Shop will be closed for this fixture.

Online Shop: The Club’s Online Shop is live at derbyshireccc.com, including replica kits and leisurewear, as well as heritage books regarding The Central Co-op County Ground, Derby and Queen’s Park, Chesterfield.

Scorecards: A blank scorecard template can be downloaded for free, HERE. A teamsheet can also be collected from Reception in the Pavilion (please allow time after the toss has been made for the teamsheet to be compiled). As part of the Club’s initiative to reduce paper waste, we encourage supporters to use the Club website for the latest score and team information via our Match Centre (details and link below).

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Cashless Venue

Derbyshire County Cricket Club operates a cashless policy across all Club-managed points of sale on site – from ticket gates, to catering.

All of our catering and bar tills will accept all major debit/credit cards, as well as contactless payment options, including Apple and Android Pay.

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Directions & Roadworks

First time to The Central Co-op County Ground? Click HERE to view directions.

The Club encourages all visitors to plan their journey in advance and allow plenty of time to access The Central Co-op County Ground.

Click HERE to view the latest roadwork information from Derby City Council.

Supporters can view all the latest travel news and updates around Derby online HERE.

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Match Centre

This fixture will be Live Streamed on the club website through our Match Centre.

Clips and updates will also be provided via our social media channels, so make sure you’re following us on X, Facebook and Instagram.

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Weather

Supporters are encouraged to check the latest weather forecast before planning their visit and prepare accordingly. While refreshments will be available from outlets around the ground, the Club advises supporters to bring plenty of bottled water.

All official updates on play, which are provided solely by the Match Officials, will be communicated via the Club’s X account HERE and via the ‘Weather Updates’ section at the top of this page.

Check the BBC Weather forecast for Derby HERE.

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Further Information for Members

The Club has set-up a dedicated Members’ information hub on our website via the following link: derbyshireccc.com/members-hub

You will also be able to access the page under the ‘Membership’ menu on the website homepage at derbyshireccc.com.

This page will be updated throughout the summer to include the latest information on ground entry, Members’ Guest Pass tickets, catering and more. We kindly ask that Members visit that page in the first instance, before contacting the Club.

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Accessibility Information

Derbyshire County Cricket Club are committed to provide the best-possible matchday experience and giving all supporters the opportunity to enjoy cricket.

The Club has introduced the role of Accessibility Liaison Officer to ensure spectators who may have accessibility needs can access the information relevant to them to make their visit as safe and enjoyable as possible.

For full information regarding Accessible Toilets, our Changing Places toilet, Accessible Seating and more, click HERE to visit our Accessibility Information page.