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Falcons vs Hampshire: Matchday Guide

Monday 21st August 2017
& News
Written by Danny Painter

Derbyshire Falcons host Hampshire in the NatWest T20 Blast quarter-final at The 3aaa County Ground on Tuesday 22 August; 6.30pm start.

The fixture, which is expected to be a sell-out, is the Club’s first NatWest T20 Blast quarter-final since 2005, and the first one ever at home. A victory for the Falcons on Tuesday night will see Derbyshire progress to NatWest T20 Blast Finals Day for the first time in our history.

If you are joining us for this fixture, please read the information below which will ensure that your visit is safe, enjoyable and comfortable.


Hours of Play

Derbyshire Falcons vs Hampshire
NatWest T20 Blast, North Group: Tuesday 22 August
The 3aaa County Ground, Derby

Gates Open: 4.30pm
Start: 6.30pm
Interval: 7.45pm
Second Innings: 8.00pm
Close: 9.15pm

If no result is possible on Tuesday, this fixture has a reserve day and play will take place on Wednesday.


General Tickets

Due to expected high demand, the Club are encouraging supporters to buy their tickets in advance to guarantee their place at the match. Ticket prices are as follows;

Tickets Advance On the day 
Adults £22 £25
Members (advance only – see info below) £20 £25
Juniors (under-16s) £5 £5
Students (valid NUS card) £15 £15

Tickets can be purchased online HERE, over the phone by calling 01332 388 101 or in person at The 3aaa County Ground; Nottingham Road, Derby, DE21 6DA.

We encourage all supporters who pre-purchase tickets to collect their tickets from reception in the 3aaa Pavilion before 4pm on Tuesday, to help you beat the queues.

Tickets will also be available to collect on the night from the Ticket Collection Point. We expect this to be very busy on the night so please give plenty of time to enter the ground.

Please note the location of our Ticket Collection Point on the map below.

Please note that we expect our phone lines to be extremely busy over the weekend due to the high volume of calls. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

The quickest way to secure your big match tickets is online.

Tickets from the abandoned NatWest T20 Blast fixture vs Northants or Six Pack Tickets can not be used for this fixture. 

This fixture is not all seated, due to high demand. We encourage supporters to arrive early and give plenty of time to enter the ground on the day.

If there is no result on Tuesday, tickets will be valid for the reserve day on Wednesday. Our refund policy will apply if less than 10 overs are bowled on the reserve day.


Members Tickets

Derbyshire Members will be guaranteed a ticket for the fixture if purchased before 5pm on Saturday 19 August, as part of the Members priority window.

Tickets are available at the discounted price of £20 for Members, if purchased in advance. The discounted price for Members will not be available on the day of the fixture.

Members will only be able to purchase one ticket at the discounted price, any additional tickets will be purchased at the full adult price.

Car Park Pass holders will be able to use their pass on the night, with parking available via the Frank Whittle Road car park or the Racecourse Car Park.

Members can purchase tickets over the phone by calling 01332 388 101 or in person at The 3aaa County Ground; Nottingham Road, Derby; DE21 6DA.

We encourage Members to collect their tickets from reception before 4pm on Tuesday to help beat the queues. Tickets will be available to collect on the night from the Ticket Collection Point.

Please note that we expect our phone lines to be extremely busy over the weekend due to the high volume of calls. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.


Ground Access & Parking

For NatWest T20 Blast fixtures, a one-way system will be in place from the Pentagon Roundabout entrance to Sir Frank Whittle Road exit.

Ground Access: Entry to the ground will be available via the 3aaa Pavilion entrance, off Pentagon Roundabout. Gates open at 4.30pm.

Please note that there will be additional security checks at the gate, so please give plenty of time to enter the ground.

A reminder that dogs are not allowed entry at NatWest T20 Blast fixtures.

Parking: Car Park Pass holders will be able to park in the compound, entering via the Sir Frank Whittle Road entrance, or at the Racecourses Car Park.

Executive Members and Disabled parking is available by the 3aaa Pavilion.

Parking will only be available to buy on the day at the Racecourse Car Park only. This car park can be accessed off St Mark’s Road, via an entrance next to Derwent Community Primary School. Postcode for this car park is DE21 6AL.

Those parking on the Racecourse Car Park will be able to enter the ground via an entrance by the Racecourse side of the ground.

While the Club will always try to accommodate all vehicles visiting the ground, admittance will be on a first come, first served basis. Please plan your journey in advance and arrive early guarantee your on-site matchday parking.

For latest traffic updates from around Derby, please click HERE.

Seats and viewing: Following the completion of the OKI Business & Media Centre, spectators will this summer be able to walk fully around the ground. Indoor seating is available for all visitors in the Pattonair Lounge in the 3aaa Pavilion.

Showcase Cinema de Lux Family Stand: The Club’s new Family Stand is located in the new seating adjacent to the OKI Business & Media Centre. Catering and toilets will be located behind the stand.

First time to The 3aaa County Ground? Click HERE to view directions.


Food and Drink

There will be more food and drink units than ever before at NatWest T20 Blast games this summer.

Extra bars will be brought in and will be located around the ground, while more catering units will also be available offering even more variety. Please be advised that supporters are not permitted to bring alcohol into the ground.

Food and drink will also will be available from the Pattonair Lounge in the 3aaa Pavilion, while a new bar is now open inside the old Tea Bar, located next to the East Midlands Demolition Stand.


Family Entertainment

Come down from when the gates open to enjoy our new Family Zone, located behind the Showcase Cinema de Lux Family Stand adjacent to the OKI Business & Media Centre.

Put your skills into action with our cricket play zones. Take part in a variety of cricket skill-based games within view of the action, with help from a qualified coach to hand you tips and tricks in the challenge.

Youngsters can also enjoy our new Red Monkey Play Area, which will be open before play and during the interval.

Don’t forget to grab your FREE giveaways, including the return of the hairy headbands, plus grab a photo next to our new giant inflatable helmet. Then stick around immediately after the game when the Derbyshire players will be available to sign a few autographs over the boundary fence or pose for a selfie.


Matchday LIVE

Can’t make it to The 3aaa County Ground? Supporters can follow all the action LIVE with our new Matchday LIVE page, sponsored by Showcase Cinema de Lux, with live scores, updated, photos and videos from the game.

Click HERE to view Matchday LIVE page. 

We’re through! Derbyshire will host Hampshire in first NatWest T20 Blast quarter-final since 2005. Tickets are on sale now. Buy in advance to secure your ticket and save.

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