OPERATIONAL BRIEF: BRISTOL
UK entry requirements apply. Passport mandatory for international visitors. Visa-free for many (6 months max). ETA system rolling out in 2025.
LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:03 AM
Inside Ashton Gate, beer is typically £3.50-£4.50. Memorial Stadium offers 'Happy Hour' draughts for ~£4.50. Both stadiums are CASHLESS.
LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:28 AM
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UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN BRISTOL
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – Ashton Gate
GETTING TO THE GROUND
For Ashton Gate: Use Parson Street station (15-min walk) or matchday shuttles from Temple Meads. For Memorial Stadium: Use Ashley Down station (10-min walk) or Bus 73 from the center.
Warning: Central Bristol and roads near Ashton Gate are part of a Clean Air Zone (CAZ). Non-compliant vehicles will be charged daily.
Ashton Gate: Away fans in the Atyeo Stand. Memorial: Away fans in the South Stand (Seated) or East Stand. Both grounds have thorough security checks.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Pyrotechnics
- Glass bottles/Cans
- Knives/Weapons
- Professional cameras
CRITICAL
CASHLESS venues. Bags must be smaller than A4. Anti-social behavior can be reported via a text line (07770 736 047 at Ashton Gate).
Exit routes & evacuation
Designated shuttle bus lanes at Ashton Gate provide the fastest way back to Temple Meads station.
Exit via dedicated visitor gates as directed by stewards in pink vests (Ashton Gate) or standard stewards.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Bristol Airport (BRS)
Transfer
20-30 mins by Airport Flyer bus A1 to Parson Street/Temple Meads.
Tip
The Airport Flyer stops at Parson Street station, which is walkable to Ashton Gate.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
The 'Harbourside' area and 'Gloucester Road' offer a massive variety of independent bars and pubs, making them perfect social hubs.
RECOMMENDED
Harbourside / Gloucester Road offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Bristol Temple Meads Station
The primary rail hub. Matchday shuttle buses for Ashton Gate depart from near the station entrance.
POLICE PROFILE
PROFESSIONAL
Avon & Somerset Police manage matchdays with a focus on fan routes and congestion. Segregation is strictly enforced for 'Bristol Derby' matches.