OPERATIONAL BRIEF: LEICESTER
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LAST UPDATED: 10/05 12:01 AM
Leicester is average. Pints £4.00-£5.00. Inside King Power: £5.00+ (Cashless).
LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:08 AM
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Stadium access – King Power Stadium
GETTING TO THE GROUND
Walk from Station (25 mins). Follow designated path. Bus from center. Stadium is south of city.
Warning: Traffic around Raw Dykes Road is heavy.
Modern bowl. Away fans in North-East Corner. Turnstiles 40-49. Capacity ~3,000. Excellent clear views.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Bottles
- Professional cameras
CRITICAL
Atmosphere is loud (clappers provided to home fans). Concourse is decent. Cashless.
Exit routes & evacuation
Walk away from the stadium towards designated away coach park or station path.
Exit via the North-East corner turnstiles.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
East Midlands (EMA) / Birmingham (BHX)
Transfer
Skylink Bus from EMA. Train from BHX (40 mins).
Tip
BHX is the best train connection.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
City Center / Highcross. Avoid Narborough Road for pre-match drinks (home fans).
RECOMMENDED
City Center offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
The Counting House (Freemans Park)
Designated away pub (check if open). Otherwise 'The Hind' near station.
POLICE PROFILE
PROFESSIONAL
Leicestershire Police are experienced. Atmosphere is usually family friendly but tense for derbies (Forest/Coventry).