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26 May 2026
Tickets remain on sale up until kick-off, so book now as City aim to build on their Barclays Women's Super League campaign so far.
DIGITAL SEASON TICKETS
Season Ticket holders can gain entry to Ashton Gate on matchdays for the 2023/24 season using a Digital Season Ticket.
Download your Digital Season Ticket directly to your smartphone and add it directly to your Apple Wallet (iPhone users) or Google Wallet (Android users).
To gain entry at the turnstile on matchday, you will simply need to open the Apple Wallet or Google Wallet on your mobile phone, choose the correct Digital Season Ticket and tap your phone close to the top of the turnstile reader.
Please do not arrive at the stadium without a season ticket.
IMPORTANT!
Please see below for our detailed list of FAQs to answer any of your queries.
TURNSTILES AND TICKET OFFICE
The Ticket Office by the Atyeo Statue will be open from 11am-2:15pm and turnstiles open in the Lower Lansdown, South Stand and Dolman Stand from 12pm.
Phone lines will be open between 10am and 11am.
For speed of entry, supporters are advised to print match tickets (not Season Tickets) or download them to a mobile phone to be scanned upon entry.
CHESTNUTS AT CHELSEA
Celebrate Christmas with City as the Robins welcome Chelsea to Ashton Gate.
Enjoy the taste of Christmas by tucking into our festive concessions offers.
Soak up the atmos-cheer and visit our Yuletide Fan Village where you will be greeted by a brass band to get you in the mood.
Also, keep an eye out for FREE Mince Pies while stock-ings last!
Supporters can take advantage of our Christmassy scene and oh! Ho! Ho, be on the lookout for Santa Claus and his Elf, who will be off the shelf and out and about ready to pose for a photo!
HOW TO DONATE?
Supporters can bring donations that fit the criteria of each charity to Ashton Gate Stadium on each matchday and drop off at our donation point.
The donation point over the festive weekend will be located inside the concourse at A8 – which is located opposite the Independence Sports Bar from inside the concourse.
We will sort your donations and deliver to each charity in time for Christmas.
DONATE TO THE NORTH BRISTOL AND SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE FOODBANK
North Bristol and South Gloucestershire (NBSG) Foodbank will be collecting donations on Sunday.
Fans in attendance are encouraged to spread some Christmas cheer - and if they can bring donations to Ashton Gate.
- Drop off location – Fan Village (between Kofi Lounge and Bristol Sport Store)
- Drop off timings – 12pm-1:45pm
Bring donations that fit the criteria to the drop off location and there will be a team who will collect your donation.
Requested items:
- Tinned fruit
- Tinned vegetables
- Sponge puddings
- Coffee
- Savoury snacks (crisps, crackers etc)
- Washing powder
- Toilet roll
- Deodorant
We kindly ask that supporters DO NOT donate the following:
- Minced pies
- Christmas puddings
- Alcohol
- Feminine Hygiene products
- Baked beans
- Pasta
- Cereals
YOU REDS! MAGAZINE
Bristol City’s Junior Reds magazine – YOU REDS – is back with its fourth issue which will be FREE for junior supporters.
The special Festive edition features exclusive interviews with Ella Powell and Zak Vyner alongside the usual activities throughout the 32-page read.
Junior supporters can claim their free copy of the limited first run from the following locations.
- Club Shop
- Fan Village pop up
- Ticket Office
- Also keep an eye out for our Fan Experience Ambassadors who will also be handing them out
Claim yours while stocks last!
Don’t miss out!
CONCOURSE FUNZONE
There are a whole host of activities happening ahead of kick-off between 12pm and 1.45pm.
Head to our Christmas photo opportunity in the South Stand concourse where you may also bump into Santa Claus and his Elf from 12pm.
The Robins Foundation will also be running activities in the Lansdown concourse from 12pm.
DJ Rach Kay will be back and will be situated in near BS3 Donuts in the Lansdown Concourse.
RED & ROBYN
Red & Robyn are Bristol City’s official mascots, and they never miss a matchday!
They are regulars in the club shop and concourse, but you can also find them flying around Ashton Gate at the main entrance, turnstiles and pitch-side pre match.
If you bump into Red & Robyn, feel free to ask for a photograph, challenge them to a dance-off or just give them a high five.
Follow Red & Robyn on Twitter and Instagram @rednrobyn and keep up to date with all things Junior Reds.
HALF TIME ENTERTAINMENT
Half time at Sunderland will be full of festive fun with an on pitch Santa Run and Red&Robyn fun!
DR BIKE
Fans cycling to the game against Chelsea can benefit from free minor repairs to their bike to ensure it is roadworthy and running smoothly.
The Dr Bike scheme, in collaboration with Bristol City Council, will take place at the stadium cycle racks behind the South Stand turnstiles from 12pm.
A qualified cycle mechanic will work before kick-off and throughout the game to work on as many bikes as possible on a first-come first-served basis so fans wishing to take advantage are encouraged to arrive early.
Each bike will receive up to 30 minutes of TLC. The mechanic will perform safety checks and carry out essential repairs such as fixing breaks, mending punctures and tuning gears. The team will also give you a ‘prescription’ with details of any larger works which need to be taken to a local bike shop for full repairs.
Ashton Gate has 96 cycle parking spaces and a free to use bike pump behind the South Stand. To see cycle parking locations and plan your bike trip to Ashton Gate please click here.
FAN EXPERIENCE AMBASSADORS
New for this season Bristol City is proud to introduce our Fan Experience Ambassadors.
Our Fan Experience Ambassadors are situated at the main entrance, on turnstiles and around the stadium and are identifiable by their pink high visibility vests.
They are always happy to help you with your queries or concerns and to help improve your matchday experience.
TRAVEL
MATCHDAY BUS
The following special matchday shuttle bus services will be running from 11:30am to 1:30pm as follows:
- AG1 Portway Park & Ride (via Portway) – approx. every 15 minutes
- AG2 Brislington Park & Ride (direct service) – approx. every 30 minutes
Both services will drop on Winterstoke Road right outside Ashton Gate. Services may be busy at peak times so fans are strongly encouraged to use the earliest bus possible.
Post-match the AG1 will depart from outside The Robins pub on Winterstoke Road and the AG2 will pick up from the Smyth Road stop, outside South Bristol Retail Park. See below. Services will continue to operate until 5:30pm.
Free parking is available at the Park & Ride sites. Bus ticket information, pricing and payment methods are the same as for a Bristol City men’s home fixture and can be found here. Please note that the AG3 will not be operating for this fixture.
Ashton Gate is well connected by public bus including the number 24 from the city centre. For information on all public bus services please click here.
WALKING/CYCLING
Fans walking or cycling from the city centre and harbourside are advised that Vauxhall Bridge is closed for repairs. Gaol Ferry Bridge and Bedminster Bridge remain open. Full details visit Restoration of New Cut bridges (bristol.gov.uk).
For fans travelling on foot from around the city, check out the Ashton Gate walking map to make your trip to the stadium more interesting. For the map, please click here.
For fans cycling to the stadium, we will be hosting a free Dr Bike workshop in partnership with the Bristol City Council. Fans will be able to get free minor repairs on their bicycles at the stadium. The Dr Bike will be at the bike stands, near the South Stand turnstiles. Please see here for more information on where to go.
CLEAN AIR ZONE (CAZ)
Those travelling by car should be aware that central Bristol, including many of the roads around Ashton Gate, is now part of the new clear air zone (CAZ) where non-compliant cars will be charged between £9 and £100 per day to drive. For full details please visit CLEAN AIR FOR BRISTOL | Clean Air Zone.
Further information on all travel options are available at Getting Here - Bristol City FC (bcfc.co.uk).
STADIUM
The Lower Lansdown Stand is open for both sets of supporters with turnstiles opening from 12:00pm.
Stadium-wide free WiFi is available.
If you see or hear any racist, homophobic or any other abuse around the stadium, please report it to our text line: 07770 736 047
FOOD AND DRINK
Season Ticket holders can take advantage of 10% discount in concourses, Kofi Lounge (Coffee Shop) and Sports Bar.
Kofi Lounge and the Sports Bar will open from 10am and 11am respectvely.
Loaded Fries: New for the 23/24 Season, our latest concession located within the Independence Sports Bar is “Loaded Fries”.
You can get a £3 pint or a free soft drink with every portion of LOADED Fries purchased in the Independence Sports Bar ahead of City Women's match on Sunday, November 26th.
Simply place your order by scanning the QR codes displayed throughout the bar, pay and wait for your phone to tell you when they are ready to collect from the kitchen hatch.
You can claim your £3 pint (Thatchers/Heineken/Guinness/IPA) or FREE soft drink (Pepsi/Tango/7UP/Water) when you collect your food from the kitchen.
Once you have collected your LOADED Fries from the kitchen hatch, a member of staff will be on hand to take your drink order and collect it from the bar for you. If you are claiming a £3 pint, they will also take your payment to avoid any extra queuing time.
LOADED Fries start from £6 per portion and the menu features a variety of tasty options, including Peri Peri Fries, Millionaire Fries, Chilli Cheese Fries and Spicy Chicken Fries.
A number of concessions will be open inside the stadium with a range of food and drink offerings - from hot dogs, sweets, hot chocolate, doughnuts, coffee to soft drinks - we've got you covered.
*Please note - No alcohol is to be taken or consumed in the stands.*
Make the most of your stadium experience by arriving early and soak up the pre-match or event atmosphere.
GET CHRISTMAS WRAPPED UP AT THE CITY STORE
The Bristol Sport Store at Ashton Gate Stadium will be open from 10am, with access to fitting rooms.
Christmas is upon us and you can get your presents, from keyrings to kits, at the click of a button!
Shop our new range of Christmas Essentials featuring a City-inspired pattern including a cuddly teddy bear and woollen Santa hat – perfect for the big day.
Keep warm when you’re out with the festive beanie or bring the fun home, and deck the halls with the bauble set and stocking.
Searching for stocking fillers? Then check out our handy page of gifts for Under £10 and Under £25 – full of goodies to tick off of your wish list.
When shopping online, avoid postage fees by selecting Click & Collect at the checkout or spend £100 and get free delivery on your order, straight to your door!
LAST CHANCE FOR DELIVERY
To guarantee the delivery of online orders, to UK addresses, before Christmas we advise all purchases to be completed by Wednesday, December 20th.
This also applies for Click & Collect orders.
Get Christmas wrapped up early, so you can relax and enjoy the festivities ahead.
SELF-DESTRUCT CUPS'
‘Self-Destruct Cups’ are in action at Ashton Gate Stadium. The cup is designed to be recycled but unlike other plastics, if it is leaked into the environment it will turn into an earth-friendly wax within two years – leaving no toxins or microplastics.
There are also convenient bins located around the stadium. Play your part and segregate your waste!
- Red bins across Ashton Gate are for clean plastic waste only. Please place your empty cups (including self-destruct cups), bottles and other plastic in these
- White bins will be for non-plastics only. This waste will be segregated off-site and recycled where possible with any non-recyclable materials converted into energy
To learn more. Click here.
RUCKSACKS
Ashton Gate Stadium asks supporters not to bring large rucksacks on matchdays, following advice from the National Counter Terrorism Office and Avon and Somerset Police.
Fans will still be able to bring smaller handbags into the stadium, although these will be subject to the usual search process.
An Ashton Gate spokesman said: “The searching process will always be subject to change and whilst there is no specific threat to any Sports Ground, we must ensure that we remain vigilant and the message to spectators is to ‘Be Alert not Alarmed’."
SAFETY AND SECURITY
As a reminder to Bristol City fans we would like to state that the use of smoke bombs, flares and pyrotechnics is strictly prohibited. Any of our supporters found in possession or setting off a pyrotechnic device (or such methods) will be subject of a minimum three year ban from Ashton Gate and any conviction at court will result in a football banning order for all grounds for three years.
If you see or hear any racist, homophobic or any other abuse around the stadium, please report it to our text line: 07770 736 047.
