The Away End

Away supporters' handbook

Away guide

MEMS Priestfield Stadium

Gillingham, Gillingham. Away support sits in the Brian Moore Stand (behind one goal, half nearest the Medway Stand) (Varies by fixture).Nearest station is Gillingham (Kent), Roughly 5–15 min walk (estimate; crowds may add time). By road: M2 J4.

Commonly known as Priestfield.

Venue information verified: 14 October 2026

Note: Some matchday arrangements need checking with the club.

Matchday reminder: Kick-offs, allocations, transport and local arrangements can change. Recheck official club and travel information before booking or setting off.

Upcoming home fixtures

Travel planning

  • Christmas and New Year rail services are often reduced; check National Rail before travelling.
  • Engineering work can affect weekend services; check the operator close to the match.
  • Big local or international events can increase demand for trains and rooms — book early.
  • Kick-off times can move for television; times marked here are subject to change.
Stylised illustration of MEMS Priestfield Stadium in Gillingham
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Getting there

  • Gillingham station — High-speed and regular services from London; 10 minutes' walk to the ground.
  • Bus from Chatham — Useful alternative if combining a visit with the Chatham dockyard area.
  • Driving — M2 J4 then follow signs; the ground has some official parking but street options fill fast.
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Food and drink options

No official away pub found for this ground. Suggestions below are not verified with the club; colours policies vary and fixture restrictions may apply.

  • The Will Adams — Wetherspoons near the station, a reliable pre-match option. Colours policy unknownMap
  • Gillingham High Street cafés — A good spread of cafés and takeaways on the walk to the ground. Colours policy unknownMap
  • Ground concourse — Standard EFL fare, efficient service in the away end. Colours policy unknownMap
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Worth the detour

Historic Dockyard Chatham

Major maritime heritage site, a short drive or bus ride from the ground.

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Rochester Castle and Cathedral

Medieval sights in the neighbouring town, easily reached by train.

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Great Lines Heritage Park

Green space overlooking the Medway towns, good for a pre-match walk.

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Off the beaten track

Lower-profile pubs, cafés and corners. Not yet verified — check opening times and any colours policy before visiting.

  • The Man of Kent

    Small backstreet pub in Gillingham favoured by locals over the busier station pubs.

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  • Riverside Country Park

    Quiet nature reserve along the Medway estuary, little visited by away fans.

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  • Skinners bakery, Gillingham

    Old-fashioned local bakery near the ground for a pre-match snack.

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Transport alert

Weekend rail

Engineering work can affect weekend services into Gillingham; check the operator close to the match.

Local event

Local arrangements

Arrangements can vary by fixture — check your club's supporter information before travelling.

Ground note · unverified

Gillingham is one of several Medway towns close together — check which station you need to avoid confusion.

Ground note · unverified

The ground sits in a residential area, so noise restrictions mean limited fan zones outside.

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Places to eat in Gillingham

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Best pubs in Gillingham

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