Newport County face Reading FC in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy on Tuesday night (7pm).
Ahead of the Exiles’ trip to Berkshire, take a read of our away matchday guide.
Where is the Select Car Leasing Stadium?
Reading FC is located at:
Select Car Leasing Stadium
M4, Junction 11
Reading
Berkshire
RG2 0FL
How to get there?
By road: From Junction 11 of the M4, follow signs towards Reading. The Select Car Leasing Stadium is on your left-hand side after less than a mile. For SatNav systems, our postcode is RG2 0FL.
By rail: The nearest railway station is the Reading Green Park station, approximately 15 minutes' walk to the stadium. Alternatively, Reading Station is connected directly to major cities across the UK and many local towns. From there take the F1 (Reading Station Shuttle Service) commences 2 hours before kick-off and a minimum of 12 buses run frequently to & from the stadium, up to 1 hour 45 minutes after the final whistle.
The alternative railway station is Reading, which is connected directly to major cities across the UK and many local towns. From there, take the 50A Greenwave Park & Ride bus that takes you directly to the Stadium, with an average journey time less than 10 minutes. Alternatively, a taxi from the railway station or town centre to the Select Car Leasing Stadium should cost approximately £10.
Can I park near the stadium?
The recommended car park for visiting supporters is Wood Park & Ride Shinfield Park F2. Postcode for SatNav: RG2 9FW. Parking is free and is situated only a
short bus ride away from the stadium. Fares on return bus shuttle are £7.50 Adult & £5.50. Directions: from Junction 11, M4, take exit B3270 (signposted Earley) &
follow yellow signs to ‘Match Reading FC Park & Ride’. We have a limited number of spaces available at the stadium, General Car Park £10. Accessible Car Park for Blue Badge Holders £5 subject to availability. Purchase online HERE.
Directions: Please use Northern Way entrance (B&Q will be on your left). Continue straight ahead where our car park attendants will be on hand to direct you further. Postcode for SatNav: RG2 0FL.
Gate, Turnstile & steward information
Make your way to your gate number indicated on your ticket (usually gate 9). Turnstiles open 1½ hours before
kick-off. Place your ticket into the reader at the entrance to the turnstile, when the light turns green,
push the turnstile and make your way through. If you experience a problem, then do not panic as our friendly
fan support staff in blue jackets will be happy to assist. Once inside the stadium follow the signs to find your block where you will be seated. If you have trouble locating your seat, please ask the nearest steward for assistance.
Where to eat and drink?
Reading FC serves up some excellent match-day food and drink options for away fans.
A range of hot food, drinks, snacks and confectionery are available from the concourse kiosks.
From pies and hot dogs to the perfect pint, there is plenty to choose from.
- Hot food: New pie selection coming soon (currently being taste tasted by the fans), Mom’s hot dogs
- Confectionary: Dairy Milk, Caramel Dairy Milk, Crunchie, Boost
- Crisps: Walkers Salt & Vinegar, Ready Salted, Cheese & Onion
- Alcoholic drinks: Heineken, Amstel, Inches Cider, Theakstons Bitter, Red & White Wine.
- Hot drinks: Tetley Tea, Cadbury’s Hot Chocolate, Kenco Coffee, Bovril.
- Cold drinks: Coke Zero, Sprite Zero, Fanta Orange Zero, Oasis Zero, Life Water
*Please note, Reading FC is a cashless stadium.
Smoking
The Select Car Leasing Stadium is a no smoking facility. If you wish to smoke at half time, please make your way outside to our secure compound where there will also be refreshments available. This includes the use of e-cigarettes & vapes.
How much are tickets for Reading vs Newport County?
Tickets for our trip to the Select Car Leasing Stadium are priced as follows:
Adult - £10
Senior 65+ - £7
Young Adult 18-24 - £7
Under 18 - £5
Under 14 - £1
*Please note, away fans can purchase tickets on the day and receive collections from their main ticket office which is next to gate 5.
All payments are card only.
