Supporters’ Forum member Luke Searston’s away day guide…
Ebbsfleet United
What kit will we be in?
The lads will be in the usual blue kit with blue shorts. For the first time this season, the green away goalie kit will be used.
Ticket information:
Tickets are priced at £19 Adults, £15 over 60s/17-21 year olds in full time education (relevant ID may be required at the turnstile), U16s £9, U12s £1 (all under 12s must be accompanied by an adult). Tickets can be purchased from the following link: https://app.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Fixtures?fanstoreType=Fixtures&clubId=208&isUpcoming=True
Tickets can be bought on the day at no extra cost from Ebbsfleet’s ticket office. There is no pay on the gate option.
True Blue Travel information:
Subject to availability, True Blue Travel spaces are priced at £30 adults/£15 under 16s (all under 16s must be accompanied by an adult). Coaches depart from the SMH Group Stadium (the HUB) at 9am. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the coach departs.
How do I get to the ground?
The address for the ground is Ebbsfleet United Football Club, Stonebridge Road, Northfleet, Gravesend, DA11 9GN. It’s not very far over The Queen Elizabeth II Bridge, which remember requires a toll to be paid (as does the tunnel on return). This can be done in advance, simply search for Pay Dartford Crossing.
Which stand are we in?
Spireites fans will be housed in the Swanscombe end, which is an uncovered terrace. A number of seats will also be available in the ‘old’ main stand.
Where can I park?
There is no parking available for visiting fans at the ground, however there is some street parking to be found on side roads off the A226. Otherwise, parking is available at Ebbsfleet International Station (Car park C), there is a special parking rate on matchdays priced at £3 per car.
Which is the nearest train station?
There are two train stations within walking distance of the ground, Northfleet Railway Station is the closest to the ground, which is only a few minutes’ walk away from Stonebridge Road. Northfleet station is served by trains from London Bridge and Charing Cross. Ebbsfleet International has a regular direct service to and from St Pancras International. For walking directions, come out of the side entrance near platforms 5 and 6 (the North Kent Line), which will bring you out into Car Park C. Walk right down to the end of this car park and through the entrance then walk straight under the bridge and you will see the ground right in front of you.
Pubs for away fans:
Around a ten-minute walk away heading up Stonebridge Road in the direction of Northfleet will lead you to the Edinburgh Castle pub on the High Street. Close to Northfleet Railway Station in Rose Street, as is the aptly named Rose pub. There are also a number of fast food outlets situated along the High Street. Otherwise, Gravesend town centre is just under three miles away (2-3 minutes on the train from Ebbsfleet International) where various pubs are situated.
Is food and drink available?
Unless you head to Gravesend town centre (information above) beforehand, there are many eating outlets near the ground. However, once in the ground the usual burgers, hotdogs etc are available from a mobile catering van along with hot and cold drinks. It is unsure whether alcohol is available in the ground.
Can I get a programme?
Yes, programmes are available, priced at £3.
