The Kia Oval
Match Day Guide

KIA CAR BOOT SALE

In the Pavilion forecourt, three Kia cars will be selling merchandise from the Surrey Club Shop at a highly discounted price on Days 1 and 2.

All products being sold in EV9 will cost £15, those in EV6 will be priced at £10, and EV3 will sell £5 items.

The items on sale include: a range of books, 2023 Surrey x Castore kit, various t-shirts and hoodies, different styles of headwear, a variety of accessories, goodies and gifting items, and much more!

HOW CAN I KEEP UP WITH THE MATCH?

The match will be broadcast live on Surrey Cricket’s YouTube channel, with a link to it placed on our Match Centre. The top-of-the-table clash will also be available to watch on Sky Sports Cricket.

Surrey Cricket’s social media channels will provide live updates from the Kia Oval, with clips and highlights posted throughout the match. A written report and highlights will be shared at the end of the day. The post-play ‘Oval & Out’ podcast will also return for all four days.

The Kia Oval is easily accessible via several modes of transport and is within easy walking distance from a number of Tube stations. For more information, please view our match-day guide.

Please note, for major match days such as Vitality Blast and internationals, Members and spectators cannot store their bikes in the ground. For County Championship and One Day Cup matches, there is limited bike parking available for spectators inside the venue by both Hobbs Gate and Alec Stewart Gate, in the form of bike racks. This is allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.

To plan your journey via Transport for London, please click here.

ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR AT THE KIA OVAL

A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. A range of hot and cold food will also be available. Water fountains are available around the venue. Nip Back Inn will be open on all four days, while Wanderers Bar will be serving drinks on Day 1 and from 12:30 pm on Day 2.

Crispy Wicket will be serving breakfast, sandwiches, wraps and more, as well as vegan food, under the SSE Energy Solutions Stand. Supporters will also be able to enjoy Naked Ground coffee in the ground.

Members will be able to purchase Members’ pricing food and drink in areas such as Fender’s Lounge, Ali Brown Bar, Long Room bar and café, the Alcock, Peter May Bar, and Hundred 100’s Bar in the Micky Stewart Members’ Pavilion. The Alcock, Peter May bar, and Fender’s Lounge will be closed on Day 4.

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Please note that The Kia Oval is a cashless venue and only card payment will be taken.

As this is a Category ‘B’ fixture, supporters are permitted to bring their own alcohol into the ground should they wish. This is restricted to a maximum of four 500ml cans of beer/lager or a 750ml plastic container of wine per person. No further alcohol will be permitted on any subsequent readmission to the ground.

Members and fans are welcome to bring food into the ground on match days.

Spectators are requested not to move around and leave their seats during an ongoing over.

ACCESSIBILITY CONTACT

Please view accessibility information here. We have a dedicated Accessibility Liaison Officer, Theresa Peters, who can assist with any queries you have related to your experience on a match-day via accessibility@kiaoval.com or 0203 946 0100.

SENSORY ROOM

The Sensory Rooms at Surrey County Cricket Club offer a calming and therapeutic space for visitors with sensory needs.

For those individuals who require the use of our Sensory Room, please speak to the nearest steward, or visit us at the Micky Stewart Members’ Pavilion reception and a member of the team will assist.

For this fixture, the adult Sensory Room will be located in Bedser Box 48, and the child-friendly Sensory Room will be located in Bedser Box 47.

PYROTECHNICS

Pyrotechnics are deployed for Vitality Blast and The Hundred fixtures, and may feature bright lights and smoke.

MEET THE GENERAL COMMITTEE

Some of the Club’s General Committee are making themselves available to the Membership during this County Championship match and are happy to talk through any matters or any topics concerning the Club, the membership and the governance of Surrey CCC. This will take place on Day 1 in the Prince of Wales Room.

Monday 15 September (Day 1 – Notts): 3 pm to 4 pm in the Prince of Wales Room

MEMBERS’ AREAS

Members’ seating is unreserved at the Kia Oval and Members are permitted to sit anywhere within Members’ Areas. This applies to County Championship and One Day Cup fixtures.

Members’ Areas include the Micky Stewart Members’ Pavilion, Peter May Garden, Laker Balcony, and Lock Balcony. All areas are subject to availability and you may be directed to other Members’ Areas should an area reach capacity. This applies to Vitality Blast T20 and The Hundred fixtures.

If seats are covered with a purple accessibility bib, please do not move them as these seats have specifically been reserved for Members with accessible needs. Should you wish to sit in these seats, please speak to one of our Accessibility team, or come to the Pavilion Reception and speak to a member of staff.

Members are reminded to please not leave their bags unattended.

FOOD & DRINK IN MEMBERS’ AREAS

Members will be able to purchase Members’ pricing food and drink in areas such as Fender’s Lounge, Ali Brown Bar, Long Room bar and café, the Alcock, Peter May Bar, and Hundred 100’s Bar in the Micky Stewart Members’ Pavilion. The Alcock, Peter May bar, and Fender’s Lounge will be closed on Day 4.

For a comprehensive Members’ match-day guide, please visit here.

Domestic Match-days:

Gates open 1 hour before the first ball for all domestic fixtures including County Championship, Vitality Blast and One Day Cup. Specific start times for each competition vary by fixture and will be communicated to all tickets purchasers and Members ahead of time. Start times can also be viewed on our fixture list here, or on your tickets.

International Match-days:

Gates open 2 hours before the first ball for all international fixtures including Men’s Test Match and ODI and Women’s IT20. Specific start times for each competition vary by fixture and will be communicated to all tickets purchasers and Members ahead of time. Start times can also be viewed on our fixture list here, or on your tickets.

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has implemented a ban on the importation of alcohol and glass containers. Following close consultation with the Police and Health and Safety advisors, alcohol will not be permitted on the following match-days: Test Match, One-Day International, Vitality Blast and The Hundred.

For other match-days, such as County Championship and One Day Cup fixtures, alcohol importation is restricted to a maximum of four 500ml cans of beer/lager or a 750ml plastic container of wine per person. No further alcohol will be permitted on any subsequent re-admission to the ground.

Members and fans are also welcome to bring food into the ground on match-days.

Lifesaver: If you are running out of charge, look out for Lifesaver power banks as there are multiple charging locations around the venue to charge your device.

Download The Kia Oval App to enhance your experience.

Download our mobile app for free on both iOS and Android devices ahead of visiting the ground. Key features include:

• Tickets: Access and share match day tickets within the Kia Oval app and enjoy an efficient and safe entry into the ground. Tickets can also be purchased through the app for upcoming fixtures. Instructions for accessing your tickets can be found in-app.
• Plan Your Visit: View essential pre-match, travel, and venue information to ensure your day at the ground is as enjoyable as possible.
• Engage: Read the latest news, enjoy the Club Shop, view the first team squads and more as you get closer to the Club.
• Hospitality: Browse all the premium experiences on offer at the ground, as well as receive important-specific information ahead of your Hospitality experience.
• Conference and Events: Explore the range of non-match day facilities available at the Kia Oval, and get relevant information ahead of visiting the Kia Oval for a conference or event.
• Members: Members of Surrey County Cricket Club can access exclusive content and bring them closer to the benefits of their Membership.
• Notifications: Please ensure you have push notifications turned on so we can keep you up to date with key information for the match day that you are attending.

The Kia Oval prides itself on being accessible and welcoming to all, including young families. To learn more about how families can get the most of their day, please visit our family information page here.

Surrey County Cricket Club has pledged to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions by 2030. This is an important and ambitious target to ensure that we can continue to play cricket and operate in the future.

To help us achieve these goals please consider bringing reusable containers if you are bringing food onsite, bring a reusable cup or bottle to use the water fountains, and ensure you are using the correct bins while attending the game.

For more information, please head to Sustainability at The Kia Oval – Kia Oval

Paper scorecards will only be available for Rothesay County Championship and Metro Bank One Day Cup fixtures.

As per last season, a limited number of scorecards will be available on a first-come, first-served basis from the Long Room in the Micky Stewart Members’ Pavilion. Scorecards will not be available from Pavilion Reception.

Digital scorecards will be available to download for every domestic home fixture.

The Kia Oval uses what3words to help fans and visitors find precise locations at the venue, such as gates, ticket office, Club Shop and other key locations. what3words works by assigning every 3m square a unique combination of three words: a what3words address.

We have added some popular locations here for the Kia Oval – find each location by clicking on the link or entering the corresponding 3-word address into the free what3words app:

For more information on how to use what3words, please click here.