As The Northern Echo Arena prepares for tonight’s Football Friendly between Darlington & Sunderland, we would like to share the following information to allow you to fully enjoy your match day experience.

Kick Off Time – Tonight’s fixture will kick off at 7.30pm.

Opening Times – Turnstiles will open at 6.00pm and The Ticket office will open at 4.30pm for those who have yet to purchase match day tickets.

Match Tickets – For those planning to buy tickets on the day the ticket office will open from 4.30pm

Please note Desk 1 will be card only and Desks 2-3 will be cash only
There will be no entry via turnstiles without a pre-paid ticket.

Stadium Access – Darlington Supporters will enter the ground via turnstiles 7-11, SAFC supporters will enter via turnstiles 3-4. Anyone found entering the incorrect turnstile will be asked to leave.

Security – Match Day stewards will be situated around the ground from 5.00pm.

Bars – The only bars that will be open will be those situated in the concourses. These open at 6.00pm

Please note that the Crossbar will be closed all day.

Quaker Retail will be set up in the South West Concourse for fans wishing to purchase DFC merchandise.

DFC fans will also be able to collect 2016/17 season tickets.
Parking – Parking will only be permitted with a parking permit. Supporters will be advised on where to park by on-site stewards.
Permits will be available to buy on the day these will be available to purchase from stewards for £2.

All parking is first-come first serve and once full anyone without a permit will be turned away.

Public Transport – Anyone not planning to drive to the game can utilise either the bus or rail service.

Pitch Access – Spectators must keep off the main Arena pitch at all times.