The Kia Oval
Match Day Guide

HOW CAN I KEEP UP WITH THE MATCH?

Both matches will be broadcast live on Surrey Cricket’s YouTube channel, with a link to it placed on our Match Centre.

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 match. The post-play ‘Oval & Out’ podcast will be returning as well.

BAG SEARCH & PAT-DOWN BODY SEARCH

There will be heightened security in place for this match day. Spectators are advised to be prepared for bag searches taking place outside the gates before entering the ground, as well as undergoing a pat-down body search on a random selection basis.

As this is a ‘Category A’ fixture, spectators are NOT permitted to bring alcohol into the ground from outside.

BRIXTON SESSIONS – AFTER PARTY

Brixton Sessions are returning this summer. Join us in the Jardine Suite for an after-party from 5.45pm to 6.30pm as well as after the end of men’s match – open on a first-come, first-served basis.

Billy Magerison, who is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist blending blues, rock, reggae, and soul with Celtic influences, will be on stage from 5:45pm-6:30pm, before the band Honeydew Marmalade performs a range of genres, from rock and roll to modern pop, indie, and party anthems for 45 minutes after the conclusion of the men’s match.

PITCH LOCATION

Both matches against Lancashire will be played on a pitch that is centrally located.

For around 1.5 hours before the start and after the end of the men’s Vitality Blast match, the road between Oval Tube Station and the junction between Harleyford Road and Durham Street (by The Beehive pub) will be closed to all traffic, including the cycle super highway. Vauxhall Street and Clayton Street will also become ‘Access Only’ during this period, accommodating all residents, visitors and deliveries, who will still be able to access all estate courtyards on the Kennington Park Estate.

The bus stops outside Oval Station and Archbishop Tenison’s School will be suspended, and the buses that serve those routes will be placed on temporary diversions. Vauxhall Bus Station and Kennington Park Post Office will be the nearest available bus stops during the road closure. Oval Tube station will continue to operate normally at all times. This decision has been taken in collaboration with the Metropolitan Police and Lambeth Council, after much consideration, to ensure public safety on major match days.

There will be heightened security in place for this match day. Spectators are advised to be prepared for bag searches taking place outside the gates before entering the ground, as well as undergoing a pat-down body search on a random selection basis.

As this is a ‘Category A’ fixture, spectators are NOT permitted to bring alcohol into the ground from outside.

The Kia Oval is easily accessible via several modes of transport and is within easy walking distance from a number of Tube stations.

BY CAR

No matchday parking is available at, or in the vicinity, of the ground and we advise all fans to use public transport.

BY NATIONAL RAIL

The Kia Oval is located just a six-minute walk from Vauxhall station, served by South Western Railway trains coming in and out of Waterloo.

BY LONDON UNDERGROUND

Vauxhall Underground station is on the Victoria line, with services every few minutes, and just a six-minute walk from the JM Finn Stand End of the ground. Oval and Kennington Underground stations are both on the Northern line and just a few minutes from the Pavilion End of the ground.

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

BY BUS

Route numbers 36, 185 and 436 stop outside the ground and the following buses stop within a five-minute walk of The Kia Oval: 3, 59, 109, 133, 159, 333. To plan your journey via Transport for London, please click here.

BY BIKE

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.

There are multiple Santander bike docking stations located close to the stadium. Additionally, there are bicycle stands to secure your own bicycles in the surrounding areas. Spectators are advised to bring their own locks to ensure the safety of their bicycles.

BRIXTON FOOD VILLAGE – VAUXHALL END

The Brixton Food Village, located at the Vauxhall End of the ground, has outlets such as Cluck Fried Chicken, Holy Cow burgers and Gully Indian Food, serving appetising food, and you can get your drinks from Kerb Bar. The food village also has a DJ playing the best summer tunes and plenty of seating areas to soak up the south London sunshine.

AROUND THE CONCOURSE

If you’re at the other end of the ground and craving chicken, try out our Crispy Wicket Fried Chicken shop. A range of hot and cold food will also be available from various concessions all over the ground, including The Duck Shed, Deep Blue Fish and Chips, Oh My Dog Hot Dogs, Pizza and Co and many more. Many concessions also serve vegan and halal options, including Brilliant Punjabi and Kennington Tandoori Curry.

Those with a sweet tooth can enjoy ice cream and churros in the ground, whilst coffee vans will also be present in the venue.

BEVERAGES

A wide selection of alcoholic beverages, including a variety of lagers, and non-alcoholic beverages will also be available for purchase at the ground. We will be serving delicious cocktails at our new Nicholson bar, located in the Pavilion forecourt, as well as different wine options at the wine bars around the ground. Alcohol-free, vegan and gluten-free drinks are also available from most concourse bars. Water fountains are also located around the ground for spectator to fill their cups or bottles.

Nip Back Inn, Surrey Tavern 1, Wanderers Ba, Feathers Bar rand Century Tavern will be serving drinks once gates open, while Surrey Tavern 2, Second Sip Wine Bar, Gasometer Bar, Cricketers Bar, Jardine Bar, Keepers Inn, Third Man Bar, Brixton Bar, Smokie’s Bar and First Sip Wine Bar will open at 4.30pm.

MEMBERS’ AREAS

Members will be able to purchase Members’ pricing food and drink from Members’ Areas.

AFTER MATCH ENTERTAINMENT IN JARDINE SUITE

Bigger and better for this season are the Brixton Sessions, now post each match! Join us in the Jardine Suite for an after-party from 5.45pm to 6.30pm as well as after the end of men’s match – open on a first-come, first-served basis.

Billy Magerison, who is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist blending blues, rock, reggae, and soul with Celtic influences, will be on stage from 5:45pm-6:30pm, before the band Honeydew Marmalade performs a range of genres, from rock and roll to modern pop, indie, and party anthems for 45 minutes after the conclusion of the men’s match.

Alongside the music, there will be delicious food and drink for fans to enjoy!

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

As this is a Vitality Blast T20, supporters are NOT permitted to bring their own alcohol, metal cutlery or glass into the ground. Fans are still welcome to bring their own food into the ground.

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

GUEST VOUCHER

Members get ONE guest voucher for the Vitality T20 Blast season, which can be used in this match or the final group game of the season.

NFC MEMBERSHIP CARDS

Members can enter the ground by scanning their physical or digital Membership card at the point of entry. As per last season, all Members entering Members’ Areas will have to scan their Membership Card and again when exiting.

If you haven’t already, please download your 2026 digital Membership card, which has been emailed to you. To find this email, please search for “NFC Membership Card Now Available” within your emails on your mobile device. If you are unable to locate this email, please contact the Member and Supporter Services team at membership@surreycricket.com and the team will assist with resending you the download email.

MEMBERS’ AREAS

Members’ seating is unreserved at the Kia Oval, and Members are permitted to sit anywhere within Members’ Areas, which include the Micky Stewart Members’ Pavilion, Laker Balcony, Lock Balcony, and Peter May Garden (from Row 16-36). 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 not to leave their bags unattended.

ENTRANCE VIA CLUB SHOP

Members, who wish to sit in the SSE Energy Solutions Stand, Laker Balcony or Lock Balcony, can enter the ground from a dedicated Members’ entrance via the Club Shop for a speedy entrance.

Members can still enter the ground from all other entrances, while Members’ exclusive areas – Micky Stewart Members’ Pavilion, Peter May Gardens, Laker Balcony and Lock Balcony. Please note, Members cannot invite guests to exclusive areas.

BAG & PAT-DOWN SEARCH UPON ENTRY

Please note, there will be heightened security in place for this match day. Spectators are advised to be prepared for bag searches for all and pat-down searches at random upon entry to the ground.

FOOD & DRINK IN MEMBERS’ AREAS

Members will be able to purchase Members’ pricing food and drink in the Fender’s Lounge, Ali Brown Bar, Long Room Bar and Café, Alcock Room, Hundred 100’s Bar, Sylvester’s Bar, Laker Terrace Bar, Peter May Terrace Bar, as well as Horns Tavern and 175 Suite (from 4:30 pm).

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

ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR AT THE KIA OVAL

For 2026, there’s a brand-new mobile app to manage all your match-day tickets at the Kia Oval digitally.

IOS users can download here, Android users can get the app here.

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 020 78205740.

SENSORY ROOM

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

For those children or adults who require the use of our Sensory, please complete this booking form before the game that you will be attending:

If you have not booked in advance and need to use the room on the day of the game, please visit the Pavilion Reception and a member of staff will assist you. We will try our best to accommodate your needs, but due to limited space, it may not always be possible to accommodate you in the sensory room.

Please note that the sensory room is unsupervised.

PYROTECHNICS

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

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.

For all Refund and T&C information, please use the buttons below:

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.

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.