YOUR TRAVEL

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Use this guide to help you plan the best way to get to and from the match and to make the most of things such as the Fanzone while you’re in the area. The hints and tips below are followed by more detailed information on getting to your match by different types of transport. The maps at the end of the guide will also help you find the best way around.

> Note: If you are attending the New Zealand v Tonga match on the evening of Friday October 9, 2015 consider getting into the city early, possibly before 17:00, to avoid busy local transport as commuters leave central Newcastle at the end of a working day

> If you are travelling longer distances, air, rail and coach could be a good option. Please book your tickets as soon as you can to avoid disappointment

> There is no dedicated spectator parking at the venue except for blue badge holders. Please use Park & Ride/Walk

> If you live in or are staying in the Newcastle area beyond the match, please consider leaving your car behind and exploring the city by bike, on foot or using the great local bus or metro network. Local accommodation is already busy during the Tournament so you may want to book soon to avoid disappointment. Further information available here

> If you are walking around the city on match day, look out for our signs to places like the stadium, Fanzone and station. The Pack, our friendly volunteers, will also be on hand to help you on your way

> Make sure you arrive early and remember that on your way back, the station will be much busier than usual. Why not spend some time at the Fanzone either before or after the match which is at Science Central near the stadium, or take time-out to explore other parts of the city

> Many of the transport arrangements for matches are different to normal so please plan ahead – even if you have been to the stadium before

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Check what you’re allowed to bring – there will be security checks on arrival

Don’t forget your match tickets!

Be prepared for the elements – most match venues are outdoors

Travel light, you’re only allowed one small bag

Get to the match venue with plenty of time to spare, and remember that the pre-match show starts 30 minutes before kick-off

Download and use the Official RWC 2015 App – don’t forget to turn on push notifications

This is your Tournament, so for every match back a team, wear their colours and let them hear you – together you will make Rugby World Cup 2015 great!

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MATCH SCHEDULEDATE FIXTURES TIME

Sat Oct 3 South Africa v Scotland 16:45

Fri Oct 9 New Zealand v Tonga 20:00

Sat Oct 10 Samoa v Scotland 14:30

Rail

> Trains will be busy on match days so book your tickets at www.nationalrail.co.uk as soon as you can and travel early to avoid disappointment

> Nearest station: Newcastle Rail Station

> If you are travelling by train to the New Zealand v Tonga match on the evening of Friday October 9, 2015, please ensure you know the time of your last train home and allow good time to get to the station. Don’t leave it until the last train as many others will be doing the same

> Train services will be very busy either side of the match so arrive in the city early and stay later, particular for afternoon matches, and enjoy all that the city has on offer including the Fanzone at Science Central

> When you are out and about in the city, look out for our signs to places like the stadium, Fanzone and station. The Pack, our friendly volunteers, will also be on hand to help you on your way

> After each match, the station will be very busy and a queuing system will be in operation so please follow the signs and steward instructions. Please be patient as staff work hard to get you on your way as quickly as possible

Coach

> Please book your coach ticket at www.nationalexpress.com as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. It’s a good alternative to rail and car transport

> Nearest bus station: Haymarket or Eldon Square. This is a 10 minute walk from the stadium

> Nearest coach station: Haymarket or Eldon Square. This is a 10 minute walk from the stadium

> National Express coaches arrive and depart from the coach station on St James’ Blvd, a short walk from the stadium. National Express offer services from most UK cities, including London, Glasgow and Edinburgh. Please note this includes a match day special service for the Scotland v South Africa match

> The Fanzone, at Science Central, is near the stadium, so pop in either before or after the match particularly when local transport is expected to be busy

> Private Charter Coaches: On match days, there is some free dedicated parking available at Scotswood Road. It’s a 20 minute walk from the stadium. The spaces are available from three hours before kick-off until three hours after the final whistle. Spaces are limited. Avoid being turned away on the day by contacting eventsadmin@newcastle.gov.uk to secure your space

Metro / Bus

> Nearest Metro Stations: Haymarket, Monument or St James, depending on the gate to which your Tournament ticket directs you

> The stadium is best reached from the Metro stations of St James’ (if travelling from the east) and Haymarket and Monument if travelling from other directions. St James is a 2 minute walk from the stadium (about 25 metres) and Haymarket and Monument Stations are a 10 minute walk (500 metres) from the stadium

> The city has two major bus stations, Haymarket (for services from Northumberland and the north) and Eldon Square (services from County Durham and the south). These are located adjacent to each other on Percy Street, next to Haymarket Metro station

> You can get around the city on the local bus and metro network for as little as £3.40 per day for a network wide ticket

> If you are walking around the city on match day, look out for our signs to places like the stadium, the Fanzone and metro/train stations. The Pack, our friendly volunteers, will also be on hand to help you on your way

> Plan your journey using our Spectator Journey Planner or further information is available from Nexus at www.nexus.org.uk

Which option is best for me?

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Here are a few things to consider when you are planning your travel arrangements.

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Car (Park & Ride)

> Please note there are extensive and on-going road works on the A1 near Newcastle. Allow extra time for your journey and check road conditions before you travel

> There is no dedicated spectator car parking at the stadium other than for blue badge holders. Please use Park & Ride:

● Newcastle Falcons (postcode NE13 8AF): Open 05:00-00:00. Car park is free but donations to local charity are welcome. Then take Kingston Park Metro Station (£3.70 each way) to Haymarket or Monument stations (17 minute journey every 12-15 minutes). 10 minute walk between stations and stadium

● Metrocentre Coach Park (Postcode NE11 9YG): Open all day. Car park is free. Several bus services provide a direct link to the stadium:

■ X50. Metrocentre to Gallowgate near the stadium every few minutes from 2 hours before kick-off until 15 minutes before kick-off. The return from Gallowgate runs regularly until an hour after final whistle. A Day Saver Ticket costs £3.50 for unlimited travel all day. Further information available at www.simplygo.com/news/rugby-world-cup-in-newcastle/

■ No. 100. Metrocentre to Blackett Street, near the stadium. A 15 minute journey, every 8-15 minutes. Cost: £2.80 (single), £3.90 (return). Five minute walk between the stadium and Blackett Street

■ Details of these and other services are available from Nexus at www.nexus.org.uk

● Callerton Parkway Metro Station: Open 05:30-23:30. £1 per vehicle. Then take Metro (£3.70 each way) to Haymarket or Monument stations (17 minute journey every 12-15 minutes). 10 minute walk between stations and stadium

● Heworth Metro Station: Open 05:30-00:15. £1 per vehicle. Then take Metro (£3.70 each way) to St James station (10 minute journey every 12-15 minutes). 10 minute walk to stadium

● Northumberland Park Metro Station: Open 05:30-23:30. £1 per vehicle. Then take Metro (£3.70 each way) to St James station (10 minute journey every 12-15 minutes). 10 minute walk to stadium. For more information please visit www.nexus.org.uk/metro

> Park & Ride spaces are limited so you are advised to arrive early to avoid disappointment

> Park & Walk. A limited number of pre-bookable spaces available within 15 minutes’ walk of the stadium. £15 for 1 day and £20 for 2 days. Pre-booked by email eventparking@newcastle.gov.uk

> Why not visit the Fanzone at Science Central while you are in the area either before or after the match? It’s a 10 minute walk from the stadium. But don’t forget when the Park & Ride/Walk

> If you are in the area for a few days, why not leave your car wherever you are staying and explore all the city has to offer by foot, bike or local bus

> To save on petrol and reduce the number of cars attending the event, consider car sharing – there are a number of good car sharing sites, such as blablacar.co.uk and liftshare.com. Search ‘car sharing’ online to see which works best for you

Walking

> The stadium is a 10 minute walk (about 500 metres) from the city centre, bus and rail stations and the Fanzone

> If you live in or are staying in Newcastle, then walking to the stadium is your best option, particularly when you are leaving the match, as local transport is expected to be very busy

> Take the opportunity to enjoy all the city has to offer on foot, including the Fanzone at Science Central

> The routes between these areas will be clearly marked and The Pack, our friendly volunteers, will be on hand to help you on your way

Taxi

> There is no set-down or pick-up allowed at the venue on match days

> Spectators should advise their taxi driver to use the preferred set-down and pick-up points at Strawberry Lane/Gallowgate (50 metres from the stadium) and the bus station and rail station

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Air > Nearest airport: Newcastle Airport is just five miles from the stadium

> The Metro provides good quality links to St James’ Park. It’s a 25 minute journey that runs every 12 minutes

> Regular bus services also run between the two, taking 25 minutes. The bus and metro costs £3.40 (one way) to and from the city centre

> A taxi takes about 15 minutes and costs approximately £20. Be aware, there is no set-down or pick-up allowed at the venue on match days. Spectators should advise their taxi driver to use the preferred set-down pick-up points at the bus station and rail station, they are a 10 minute walk from the stadium and there is also a dedicated taxi rank at St James' car park

> If you are arriving from outside the UK – make sure you read the helpful leaflet from UK Border Force to ensure your entry into the country is as easy as possible

Bicycle

> If you live in or are staying in Newcastle, then cycling to the match could be one of your quickest options

> The stadium is a five minute cycle ride from the city centre and the Fanzone

> The map of the local area shows the nearest cycle parking facilities to the stadium

Motorhome / Caravan

> If you need match day parking, motorhomes and caravans can be parked at the Park & Ride sites. There is strictly no overnight parking at these locations

> Further information on staying in the area is available here at www.newcastlegateshead.com

Accessible Transport

> Please refer to the map for locations of the elements referred to below

> There is limited blue badge parking at the stadium. These spaces have been offered on a first come first served basis by email to those who have indicated they or their group have accessibility needs. Blue badge parking is located 75 metres from the East Stand on Terrace Place

> All bus and metro services in the area are fully accessible. For further information please refer to Nexus. If you are travelling into the area by other public transport services and have restricted mobility please check your options with the relevant transport operator

> The local bus stops are about 500 metres from the stadium across good level terrain and The Pack will be on hand to help you on your way including a wheel chair pushing services which is available 2 hours before kick off and 1 hour after final whistle on each match day

> Newcastle City Councilcan also advise on other blue badge parking options around the area

Motorcycle

> Motorcycles are advised to park in one of the City Centre car parks. Further information is available from Newcastle City Council

The Pack – look out for our friendly volunteers

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Where is the Fanzone?

It is at Science Central. See the maps on the following pages.

How much does it cost to get in?

It is free to get in and open to everyone.

When is it open?

Saturday September 26 13:00 – 23:30

Thursday October 1 15:00 – 23:30

Friday October 2 15:30 – 23:30

Saturday October 3 10:00 – 23:30

Sunday October 4 12:30 – 23:30

Tuesday October 6 15:30 – 23:30

Wednesday October 7 15:30 – 23:30

Friday October 9 11:30 – 23:30

Saturday October 10 10:00 – 23:30

Sunday October 11 12:30 – 23:30

What is there to do?

You can watch Rugby World Cup 2015 matches on big screens and there will be food and drink stalls to keep you refreshed. There will also be a funfair and a community Rugby pitch where there will be organised activities for all ages.

Where do I find out more about the Fanzone?

For further information please visit: rugbyworldcup.com/fanzones

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What’s the best way to get to the Fanzone?

As the Fanzone is near the stadium please follow directions above.

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