Matchday Guide: Falcons vs Yorkshire
The BRM Chesterfield Festival of Cricket, in association with Chesterfield Borough Council, comes to a close this weekend with the hugely popular Vitality Blast clash between Derbyshire Falcons and Yorkshire on Sunday 6 July; 2.30pm start.
This fixture is SOLD OUT. Spectators, including Members, must have a match ticket to be granted entry.
If you are joining us for this fixture, please read the information below which will ensure that your visit is safe, enjoyable and comfortable.
If you have any questions ahead of your visit to Queen’s Park, please email [email protected]. All ground regulations are subject to change. Thank you for your support.
Derbyshire Falcons vs Yorkshire
Vitality Blast North Group
Sunday 6 July; 2.30pm scheduled start
Queen’s Park, Boythorpe Avenue, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 2BF
Gates Open: 12.30pm
First Innings: 2.30pm
Interval: 3.45pm approx.
Second Innings: 4.00pm
Close: 5.15pm approx.
This fixture is SOLD OUT and no tickets will be available to purchase on the gates.
Members/Blast Pass holders must have claimed a ticket in advance and bring this ticket, alongside their 2025 Membership/Blast Pass card, with them to be granted entry. Membership cards alone will not be valid for entry.
The Club’s policy for Members wishing to attend this hugely popular fixture was communicated via email, online and via the welcome packs. If you have any queries, please email [email protected].
All advanced car parking has sold out. Further details regarding parking, including public car parks located nearby, can be found below.
The A617 (Hasland Bypass) is scheduled to be closed on Sunday from Temple Normanton to the Hornsbridge Roundabout from 6am to 6pm. Diversions will be in place and supporters are encouraged to allow additional time for their journeys to Queen’s Park.
Follow the link below to view the latest roadworks and check your route.
Diversions will be in place, however, spectators can also consider the below alternative routes.
Members who paid a refundable deposit do not need to take any action to receive their refund if they attend the fixture.
All Members who paid their refundable deposit have been sent a match ticket. Members must bring this match ticket (printed, or QR code displayed on smartphone) to be scanned upon entry. Membership Cards / Blast Pass cards alone will not grant entry.
Once match tickets are scanned, this scanning confirmation will be used to issue refunds for Members who attend. Members do not need to take any further action on the matchday.
Refunds will be processed the week commencing 7 July and please allow a further 10 working days for the funds to reach your account.
If your payment method has changed since making your deposit, please notify the Club.
If a Member fails to attend the fixture, the deposit will not be refunded.
Gates open at 12.30pm for ticket-holders and we ask all supporters not to arrive before this time to avoid queues on adjacent roads.
Pre-Purchased Parking: Entry by car for those with a pre-purchased Car Park Ticket, or a 2025 Car Park Season Pass (including Executive Members) will be via the main entrance off Boythorpe Avenue (please see above map). No further on-site car parking will be available on the day.
Due to the car park capacity being smaller than The Central Co-op County Ground, we encourage pass holders to arrive early and spaces for pass holders are on a first come, first served basis.
Public Parking: Additional public parking is available at:
For additional Car Parks, as well as Car Park opening hours, visit the Chesterfield Borough Council website HERE.
Please do not park at Queen’s Park Sports Centre, this is reserved for sports centre users.
We encourage all supporters to plan their arrival at the ground, allowing plenty of time. Thank you for your co-operation.
Ground Access by Foot/Public Transport: Supporters who arrive on foot or by public transport and have pre-purchased tickets or a Derbyshire Membership Card can enter the ground via any of the three entrances displayed on the above map – off Boythorpe Avenue, via the Lake End (near the play area), or off Park Road.
Ticket Scanning: Once parked, or at the venue entrance on foot, all supporters will be required to pass through a scanning checkpoint, as directed by signage and on-site stewards.
You must present your Membership card or match ticket to be scanned (club-issued printed ticket, printed e-ticket, or e-ticket displayed on a smartphone).
Directions to Queen’s Park from The Central Co-op County Ground: Directions from Derby to Queen’s Park Courtesy of AA Route Planner.
By Train
From Leeds, Wakefield and Barnsley: the Northern services from Leeds leave at 10.10, 11.09 and 12.09 arriving at Chesterfield at 11.22, 12.21 and 13.21. Please note there is no Cross Country service from Leeds or Wakefield on 6th July.
From Doncaster, a full hourly CrossCountry Trains service operates at 10.10, 11.08 and 12.23 arriving at 11.08, 12.08 and 13.08.
All these trains serve Sheffield around 12 minutes before Chesterfield and there are many other trains operated by East Midlands Railway as well between Sheffield and Chesterfield.
Stagecoach Group Limited X17 service from Sheffield Interchange also runs to right outside Queen’s Park in Chesterfield. It could not be easier! 10.36, 11.36 and 12.36 from Sheffield and taking 50 minutes with a £3 capped fare each way if you do not have a bus pass.
There are plenty of trains from Derby to Chesterfield. Check East Midlands Railway app or website for more information.
By Bus
Trent Barton operate a Comet service from Derby to Chesterfield from seven days a week. Please note that a limited service is in operation on Sundays.
The Trent Barton bus timetables and ticket options can be found HERE.
Spectator Seating: Seating will be available around the ground, with the Members’ seating area located by the Main Pavilion.
Reserved/Unreserved Seating: All seating will be unreserved for this fixture, including the Members’ area.
Accessibility: Priority seating for supporters with accessible needs will be available at various locations around the ground. If any supporter requires assistance with any seating arrangements, please contact your nearest steward.
Own Chairs: Supporters are permitted to bring their own chairs and picnic blankets for this fixture.
Dogs: Supporters can bring dogs into County Championship and One-Day Cup fixtures, but not Vitality Blast matches.
2025 Season and Life Members will have exclusive access to the benched seating area to the side of the Main Pavilion. Please have your Membership Card ready to present to the steward upon entry.
Executive Members will have exclusive use of the Executive Marquee, while the pre-order system for hot food will continue to be in operation. Executive Members have been sent an email with details of how to do this. For any issues linked to pre-ordering, please email [email protected].
Food & Drink
Food: Across our T20 matchdays this summer you’ll be able to enjoy a range of delicious hot food, including a brand-new Mexican offering, wood-fired pizza, classic burgers, hot dogs and fries.
All outlets will also offer a range of tasty vegan and gluten-free options.
And with more good weather forecast, make the most of the sunshine with an ice cream from Frederick’s of Chesterfield.
Drink: Stay refreshed with Brampton Brewery, who will be back at this year’s BRM Solicitors Chesterfield Festival of Cricket, serving a range of locally-brewed ales.
The Club operates Challenge 25 and a responsible drinking policy. Low alcohol, or 0% beer, cider and gin will be available.
Reusable Drinkware: The Club operates a Reusable Drinkware policy, details of which can be found HERE.
Spectators are permitted to bring their own refreshments to this fixture, however alcohol is not permitted. Soft drinks/water must be brought in clear plastic bottles. Please note, our Alcohol Policy states no more than four drinks can be served to any one person per transaction.
Club Shop: The Club Shop, located in the conservatory on the top bank by the pavilion, will be open throughout the afternoon, selling Derbyshire replica kits and merchandise. Also stocked will be copies of The Jewel In The Crown, the definitive history of cricket in Chesterfield.
Online Shop: The Club’s Online Shop is live at derbyshireccc.com. The shop now includes replica Vitality Blast shirts, as well as a range of other Club merchandise and the official Derbyshire County Cricket Club 150th Anniversary book.
Scorecards: A blank scorecard template can be downloaded for free, HERE. A team sheet can also be collected from the Club Shop in the conservatory. As part of the Club’s initiative to reduce paper waste, we encourage supporters to use the Club website for the latest score and team information via our Match Centre (details and link below).
There are no areas of covered seating and supporters are encouraged to check the latest weather forecast before planning their visit and prepare accordingly.
While refreshments will be available from outlets around the ground, the Club advises supporters to bring plenty of bottled water.
All official updates on play, which are provided solely by the Match Officials, will be communicated via the Club’s X account HERE. Weather updates will, as appropriate, also be added to this page.
Check the BBC Weather forecast for Chesterfield HERE.
Derbyshire County Cricket Club operates a cashless policy across all Club-managed points of sale on site – from ticket gates, to catering.
All of our catering and bar tills will accept all major debit/credit cards, as well as contactless payment options, including Apple and Android Pay.
Other catering units may accept cash, but this is not guaranteed.
This T20 fixture will be Live Streamed on the club website through our Match Centre.
Clips and updates will also be provided via our social media channels, so make sure you’re following us on X, Facebook and Instagram, so you never miss a moment of the action.
Please note that, due to being at an out-ground, the Club’s Live Stream will differ to games hosted at The Central Co-op County Ground.
The Club has set-up a dedicated Members’ information hub on our website via the following link: cricket.derbyshireccc.com/members-hub
You will also be able to access the page under the ‘Membership’ menu on the website homepage at derbyshireccc.com.
This page will be updated throughout the summer to include the latest information on ground entry, Members’ Guest Pass tickets, catering and more. We kindly ask that Members visit that page in the first instance, before contacting the Club.
Derbyshire County Cricket Club are committed to provide the best-possible matchday experience and giving all supporters the opportunity to enjoy cricket.
For further information regarding accessibility requirements at Queen’s Park, please email [email protected].
Please note that, while the Club endeavours to make all necessary accessibility provisions, due to being at an out-ground, the accessibility facilities will differ to games hosted at The Central Co-op County Ground.
