MATCH GUIDE: OXFORD CITY V ROCHDALE

Andrew Gate • Aug 11, 2023

Everything you need to know ahead of our very first Vanarama National League home match at the RAW Charging Stadium.


Oxford City take on Rochdale in the Vanarama National League, Saturday 12th August - 15:00 kick-off - RAW Charging Stadium.


If you're a first-time visitor to the RAW Charging Stadium, check out our Fan Guide HERE for travel information, public transport routes, nearest pubs and more.

  • STADIUM INFORMATION

    Entry to turnstiles for home supporters will open at 11:00am for home fans. This is so fans can watch the Lionesses World Cup match versus Colombia. 


    The 1882 Bar will also be screening the Premier League early kick-off between Arsenal and Nottingham Forest.


    Further Stadium Information


    Please bring photo ID with you as this may be checked as part of our standard ticketing policy.


    We will be serving food and beverages on all concourses and can accept both cash and card payments. 


    Our matchday programme, will be available in print! Grab your copy from the club merchandise hut.


    Our security team will be conducting bag checks as per our ground regulations. Please arrive early to allow extra time for the additional process.

  • CAR PARKING

    We're pleased to announce that we have three available car parking spots around the stadium on the day. 

    Firstly, additional spaces at the stadium will be available on a first come first served basis for £5. 


    Once full, there will also be parking available on the day across from Court Place Farm on Showman's Field & then at New Marston School.


    Again, both available for £5. 


    We strongly advise arriving early if you wish to secure a parking space close to the stadium.

  • ARRIVE EARLY

    We encourage supporters to arrive earlier than usual in order to attend the match on time. 


    Arriving early will also give you a better chance of securing a car parking spot if driving & soak up the pre-match atmosphere. 

  • ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION

    Please note, after our promotion, it is now against the law to drink alcohol in view of the pitch. 


    The 1882 Bar will be open for supporters who wish to drink but we will temporarily stop serving at 2:45 before re-opening again at 3:15.

  • TICKETS

    Home Tickets


    Tickets will be available on the day for home supporters at an increased rate. However, we strongly reccomend buying yours in advance to save time at the turnstile and to guarantee your admission to the stadium. 


    Season Ticket Holders


    We are sorry to report that there has been a delay in the delivery of season cards. 


    ST holders are encouraged to use their E-Season ticket (QR code) on the turnstile. However, if this is not possible, please use turnstile 1 on the day and give your name to the operator. 


    Away Tickets


    Again, tickets will be available on the day for away supporters at an increased rate. However, we strongly reccomend buying yours in advance to save time at the turnstile and to guarantee your admission to the stadium. 


    We do not permit away fans in home areas of the stadium and take this opportunity to remind supporters that, whilst it is not a crime, it is against our stadium rules and will result in ejection from the stadium and possible further action. 

  • STADIUM SEGREGATION

    This match will be segregated.


    Rochdale supporters will be situated in the South East corner (Main Stand seats and half of the Cypher Stand Terrace) of the RAW Charging Stadium and will enter via the OCFC car park. 


    We do not permit away fans in home areas of the stadium and take this opportunity to remind supporters that, whilst it is not a crime, it is against our stadium rules and will result in ejection from the stadium and possible further action. 

  • SUPPORTER SAFETY

    The safety of all match participants is of paramount importance to us.


    We therefore ask that our supporters adhere to the ground regulations in place at the RAW Charging Stadium, enjoy the game and do not to enter the playing area at any time. We remind supporters that it is a criminal offence to enter the pitch and doing so, may result in a criminal record and stadium bans. It also creates a significant safety issue not only for themselves, but for fellow supporters, Club players, staff and match officials.


    We do not permit away fans in home areas of the stadium and take this opportunity to remind supporters that, whilst it is not a crime, it is against our stadium rules and will result in ejection from the stadium and possible further action. 


    The Club wants all supporters to enjoy the game safely and thank fans for their continued support.

  • REPORT IT!

    We urge any supporters who hear or experience any discriminatory language or behaviour which can include homophobia, sexism, and racism to contact us urgently.


    If you do here something, please report it to the nearest steward, or via the Kick It Out dedicated App. All reports will remain anonymous.

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