All the information you need ahead of the Vitality Blast match between Surrey and Sussex Sharks at The Kia Oval.
MATCH DATE
Thursday 17th June
OPENING TIMES
Gates open at 4:30pm
SCHEDULED HOURS OF PLAY
Start: 6:30pm
Interval: 7:45pm
Close: 9: 15pm
TICKETS
Due to restrictions on capacity, tickets for this fixture were only available to Surrey Members. These have now sold out.
Your seat location has been allocated by our Member and Supporter Services team in line with government guidelines. The location of your seat is visible on your eTicket. This cannot be changed and you must only sit in your allocated seat.
If you have reserved a ticket but do not plan to attend, please inform us so this can be made available to another Surrey Member.
COVID 19 PROTOCOLS
You must wear a face mask at all times other than when sat in your allocated seat, eating or drinking. Hand sanitiser will be available around the ground. Please maintain a safe distance from fellow spectators and staff at all times.
You should not attend The Kia Oval if you have any Covid 19 symptoms or your most recent test was positive. We kindly ask that all attendees read our Code of Conduct here before attending.
SCORECARDS
Scorecards are available from the Micky Stewart Members’ Pavilion reception. These are free of charge.
TRAVEL
By Car
No match-day 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 ten-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 six minutes 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.
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. For more information, and to plan your journey to the Kia Oval via the London Underground, click here.
FOOD AND DRINK
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase at Members’ prices at the Vauxhall End of the ground. A range of hot and cold food will also be available and will be sold in pre-packaged boxes to be taken away for consumption. Please note that The Kia Oval is a cashless venue and only card payment will be taken.
Members who renewed their Membership prior to 1st March 2021 will have credit applied to their Membership Card and this can be used on Kia Oval owned and operated outlets around the ground.
Queuing systems are in place for all outlets, ensuring social distancing is applied, and serving staff will be in PPE to adhere to government guidelines.
Some of the catering units are in enclosed concourse areas, and to access these you will be required to wear a face covering, in line with the most recent government guidelines. Please do bring a face covering or mask with you, so you can freely access all open areas of the ground.
Fans are not permitted to bring their own drinks into the ground, although food is permitted. No metal cutlery or glass will be allowed into the ground.
Our water fountains are currently covered due to Covid 19 but you can fill your water bottles at any bar or stall around the ground.
KIA HIGH CATCH
The Kia High Catch is the interval entertainment at The Kia Oval. Five tennis balls will be fired off the top floor of the JM Finn Stand and the participant, down on the outfield, will win a prize for every catch they make!
To be in with a chance of taking part, head to the Kia stall at the ground and speak to the staff there.
GROUND MAP
Please see below for a map of the ground.
ACCESSIBILITY
As we are constantly striving to improve our standards, facilities and attitudes accordingly, we have launched a non-visible disability wristband. This optional wristband will enable fans with a non-visible disability to easily identify themselves to Club staff on match-day, should they need any assistance, without having to give an explanation or the nature of their disability. Staff can then support the individual in the appropriate way.
If you require a wristband, please collect it from Theresa Peters in the Pavilion Reception upon arrival or email accessibility@surreycricket.com and one will be posted to you.
Fans attending with accessible needs can view our access guide here.
FAQ
Can I smoke?
There are designated smoking areas around The Kia Oval, located at the back of the stands. Please ask your nearest steward or staff member for directions to any such area. Note: This policy also applies to the use of electronic smoking devices.
Will additional tickets be available on the gate?
No. All Members must have a ticket to attend the fixture, and cannot attend with their Membership Card alone.
Do I need to print my ticket, or can I show it on my phone on arrival?
You do not need to print your ticket. As long as you can show the eTicket on your phone, our stewards will be able to scan you in.
Is there WiFi available?
WiFi is available free of charge at the Kia Oval. Use ‘_The Cloud’ to gain access.
Where is the nearest cash point?
Please note, a cashless system is in place at all outlets and bars.
Do I need to bring my own PPE?
Yes. If you would like to wear gloves and a mask at The Kia Oval, then please bring your own PPE to the ground. Hand sanitiser will be available around the ground. Please note that some catering facilities are in enclosed areas and therefore you will require a face covering or mask to access these, in line with the most recent government guidelines.
Do I need to bring my Membership card?
You will have been sent an eTicket which should be produced on arrival for a steward to scan. Your Membership Card will not grant you access to the ground for this fixture.
Is parking available?
No. Parking is not available on-site at The Kia Oval for this fixture.
