OPERATIONAL BRIEF: DERBY
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LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:02 AM
Derby is reasonably priced. Pints £4.00-£5.00. Inside Pride Park: £5.50 (Cashless).
LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:08 AM
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UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN DERBY
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – Pride Park Stadium
GETTING TO THE GROUND
10-15 min walk from Derby Station. Follow the crowds through Pride Park business park.
Warning: The path from the station is well-lit but gets very bottlenecked after the game.
Modern bowl. Away fans in South East Corner. Capacity ~2,700. Entrance via turnstiles near the Arena. Electronic entry.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Flares
- Bottles
CRITICAL
Great view. Concourse is decent but busy. Searching is standard.
Exit routes & evacuation
Police filter fans back towards the station path.
Exit via the South East gates onto the car park plaza.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
East Midlands (EMA)
Transfer
Skylink bus to Derby Station (30 mins). Highly efficient.
Tip
EMA is a great low-cost hub.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
Near the station: The Brunswick and The Alexandra are real ale havens and away-friendly. The Navigation Inn (London Rd) is also good.
RECOMMENDED
Station Area offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
The Waterfall / Station Inn
Opposite the station. Designated away fan friendly spots.
POLICE PROFILE
STANDARD
Derbyshire Police are experienced. Forest derby is 'Bubble' transport only. Otherwise relaxed.