Gloucester City are based at Meadow Park after years away from the city following flooding at their old ground. The Tigers have played in National League North and South, with a strong supporter base and a renewed city identity since returning home.
New Meadow Park, currently known as the TigerTurf Stadium, is one of the more modern and developed grounds in the Southern League Premier South. Gloucester City returned to Meadow Park in 2020 after the ground was rebuilt, and the stadium now has a much more contemporary feel than many older non-league venues.
The ground is built around an artificial surface and has a tidy enclosed layout with covered seating, standing areas, a main bar and modern matchday facilities. The 1883 Stand, City Stand and T-End areas give the stadium a clear structure, while the 1883 Sports Bar and main entrance facilities make it feel more like a National League-level venue than a basic Step 3 ground. Sightlines are generally good and the stadium is compact enough to hold atmosphere well when crowds are strong.
A cross-county rivalry with historic non-league weight, as Gloucester and Worcester compete for standing between the Severn and the Midlands.
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A county rivalry where Gloucester City meetings with Cheltenham carry the feel of taking on the area’s bigger professional neighbour.
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A Gloucestershire rivalry shaped by local pride, especially as Forest Green’s rise changed the balance of football status in the county.
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Gloucester City provide clear entry guidance depending on whether a match is segregated. For unsegregated matches, all spectators should enter through Gate A, where tickets are scanned and turnstile purchases can be made nearby. For segregated matches, home supporters are directed through Gate B and away supporters through Gate A.
Away fans should therefore check match-specific information before travelling, because the same entrance can be used for everyone at some games but become the away entrance for segregated fixtures. When segregation is in place, visiting supporters should follow the Gate A instructions and remain in the area allocated by the club and stewards. For unsegregated league games, away fans are likely to have more freedom to choose a viewing position around the ground.
Use the M5 southbound/northbound to Gloucester, then follow signs for the city and Meadow Park. River and city traffic can affect the final approach.
Use the M5 northbound or A38 from Bristol/Tewkesbury, then enter Gloucester. Avoid city-centre congestion if there is a clearer ring-road route.
Use the A40 from Cheltenham/Oxford side, then cross towards Gloucester. Keep an eye on traffic around the city approaches.
Use the A40/A48 from the Forest of Dean side, then enter Gloucester. Bridge and river traffic can slow the final miles.
Gloucester is the station to use for Gloucester City. services from Cheltenham, Bristol, Cardiff, Birmingham, Worcester and London connections make this the main station.
This entry is for rail planning only; the detailed walking route from the station is listed separately under the same station title.
Leave Gloucester station and head towards Meadow Park. The route is a walk through the city towards the river and Sudmeadow Road.
Allow around 20 to 30 minutes on foot. Check the latest club or steward information for the correct entrance before travelling, especially for segregated fixtures or evening games.
Bristol Airport is the main airport for Bath, Gloucestershire, Somerset and the west. There is no rail station at the airport, so the Airport Flyer or a taxi to Bristol Temple Meads is usually the first move.
For Gloucester City, this airport makes most sense because Bristol is the most practical airport for Gloucester. From the airport, aim for Bristol Temple Meads, then Gloucester. Use the Airport Flyer to Temple Meads, then rail north via Bristol Parkway/Cheltenham or direct services to Gloucester. From Gloucester station, walk or taxi to Meadow Park.
Birmingham Airport is the strongest airport for the West Midlands and much of central England. The terminal connects to Birmingham International station by Air-Rail Link, giving quick access to Birmingham New Street and the wider rail network.
For Gloucester City, this airport makes most sense because Birmingham can be easier for some domestic and European routes. From the airport, aim for Cheltenham or Gloucester. Use Birmingham International rail links via Birmingham New Street towards Cheltenham Spa/Gloucester. It is a good alternative from the Midlands side.
Stagecoach 8 / 10 is one of the specific routes to check for Gloucester station, Quays and Meadow Park. It is included because it serves the town, nearby station corridor or the side of the town used for the ground, making it more useful than a vague 'local bus' recommendation.
Check the operator's live timetable before travelling, especially for evening fixtures, bank holidays and Sunday games.
Stagecoach 94 is one of the specific routes to check for Gloucester station, Quays and Meadow Park. It is included because it serves the town, nearby station corridor or the side of the town used for the ground, making it more useful than a vague 'local bus' recommendation.
Check the operator's live timetable before travelling, especially for evening fixtures, bank holidays and Sunday games.
Andy Cars Gloucester is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Gloucester station, Quays and Meadow Park. It is useful for station transfers, hotel pickups and the final leg where the nearest rail stop is not right beside the ground.
Pre-booking is sensible for midweek matches and for grounds in villages or residential areas where taxis may not be waiting outside at full-time.
Associated Taxis Gloucester is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Gloucester station, Quays and Meadow Park. It is useful for station transfers, hotel pickups and the final leg where the nearest rail stop is not right beside the ground.
Pre-booking is sensible for midweek matches and for grounds in villages or residential areas where taxis may not be waiting outside at full-time.
Gloucester Quays is one of the more practical organised car parks for Meadow Park, with the ground reachable by walk from the docks/quays side. It also works well if you want food before the match.
Expect normal retail/leisure tariffs and check maximum stay. It is usually better than trying to park in narrow streets right by the ground.
Gloucester station parking is a useful fallback if you are meeting rail travellers or want a clear landmark. Meadow Park is a walk or short taxi away.
Expect normal station parking charges. Check evening access and payment arrangements.
The Fountain Inn Gloucester is a named pub option for Gloucester, useful for supporters who want a proper place to aim for before the match rather than just wandering around the ground-side streets. It is a sensible choice for early arrivals who want a town or village pub before moving on to the ground.
Check opening times and any fixture-specific door policy before travelling, especially where the ground sits in a residential area or the fixture is expected to be busy.
Cafe Rene is a named pub option for Gloucester, useful for supporters who want a proper place to aim for before the match rather than just wandering around the ground-side streets. It gives a second named pub option if the first choice is too busy or if you are arriving from a different side of town.
Check opening times and any fixture-specific door policy before travelling, especially where the ground sits in a residential area or the fixture is expected to be busy.
Greek on the Docks is a named food option around Gloucester, useful if you want something more reliable than grabbing whatever is nearest at kick-off time. It works best for supporters arriving with enough time for a proper meal rather than a rushed stop.
For restaurant-style stops, book ahead or arrive early; for smaller cafes and takeaways, check opening hours around evening fixtures.
Portivo Lounge is a named food option around Gloucester, useful if you want something more reliable than grabbing whatever is nearest at kick-off time. It gives another named alternative, useful for groups who want a different style of food before or after the match.
For restaurant-style stops, book ahead or arrive early; for smaller cafes and takeaways, check opening hours around evening fixtures.
The New Inn Gloucester is a practical overnight base for an away trip to Gloucester. It is included because it is a realistic base for the town or nearby transport corridor rather than a random hotel miles away.
Compare rates before booking because small towns can have limited rooms, while tourist places and larger cities can jump in price around events.
The TigerTurf Stadium is more structured than many grounds at this level, so the best advice is to check the club's matchday information before travelling, particularly for segregation and ticketing. If the match is unsegregated, Gate A is the usual entry point for all supporters. If it is segregated, away fans should still use Gate A while home fans use Gate B.
Gloucester railway station is around a 25-minute walk from the stadium, with bus routes from the city centre also serving the area. Arrive early for bigger fixtures, especially if you want parking, a particular viewing area or time in the 1883 Sports Bar. The artificial pitch and modern stands make it a comfortable ground by Step 3 standards, but the most popular covered spots can still fill in bad weather.
Gloucester City sell tickets through their official channels, and matchday entry can depend on whether the fixture is segregated. For unsegregated matches, tickets are scanned at Gate A and turnstile sales are located adjacent to that entrance. For segregated matches, away supporters should follow the away ticket and Gate A guidance issued for the specific game.
Away fans should not assume every match will have the same arrangements. For normal league fixtures, general admission may be straightforward, but higher-profile games can bring segregation, different entry routes and specific instructions. Neutral supporters wanting the best overall view should consider the seated or covered side, while those wanting atmosphere should head for the busier terrace areas, subject to any segregation in force.
Standard stadium rules apply at New Meadow Park. Supporters should not enter the pitch, use pyrotechnics, throw objects, bring glass into spectator areas or ignore steward instructions. If segregation is in operation, supporters must use the correct gate and remain in the correct section.
Because the ground has a 3G/artificial playing surface and modern enclosed facilities, spectators should respect all pitchside barriers and follow any rules about footwear, pitch access and permitted areas. Alcohol rules around the 1883 Sports Bar and pitchside areas should be followed as directed on matchdays.
Gloucester City publish specific accessibility information for New Meadow Park. The club describes the stadium as accessible, with Blue Badge parking available if booked in advance by contacting matchday@gcafc.co.uk. Wheelchair access is via the main ramp at Gate A, with wheelchair viewing areas at the bottom of the 1883 and City Stands.
Disabled toilet facilities are located near the Gate A exit in the Tom Webb Stand and inside the 1883 Sports Bar. Disabled supporters should still contact the club before travelling, particularly for segregated fixtures, so that parking, entry and viewing arrangements can be confirmed in advance.
Regular public stadium tours are not widely advertised for New Meadow Park or the TigerTurf Stadium. Although it is a modern and interesting ground at this level, it operates primarily as a matchday football venue rather than a regular tour attraction.
Supporters wanting to see the stadium should attend a Gloucester City fixture. Any special access outside matchdays would need to be arranged directly with the club.
Gloucester Cathedral is a worthwhile extra stop around Gloucester if you are making more of the day than just the match. It is one of the more obvious local attractions or landmarks to build into an away day.
Check opening times before travelling, particularly for winter midweek fixtures or attractions with seasonal hours.
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