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Your matchday card
Newport v Bristol Rovers
Saturday 13 March 2027 · 15:00 · Rodney Parade
Leave home
3h journey each way
09:30
Pub / food
Time for a pint and a bite
12:30
At the ground
Beat the turnstile queues
14:00
In your seat
Warm-up and team news
14:40
Times are a guide from the published kick-off — always allow extra for engineering works and matchday road closures.
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Newport v Bristol Rovers: the build-up
Fan previews and travel chat, gathered in the week before kick-off.
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Away days at Rodney Parade
Vlogs and first-hand experiences from visiting fans.
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Places to eat in Newport
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Best pubs in Newport
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These pubs are not checked as away-friendly. Many pubs near grounds are home-fans only on matchdays and colours policies vary — check with the club or police before you go.
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Getting there
- Newport station — Good connections from Cardiff and Bristol; about 20 minutes' walk to the ground over the river.
- Bus from station — Local buses run towards the ground for those who'd rather not walk.
- Driving — M4 J24 or J25b, then follow signs; the ground shares parking with the rugby club that also uses it.
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 Potters Green pub — Popular option for away fans close to the ground. Colours policy unknownMap
- Newport city centre cafés — A good range near the station for those arriving early. Colours policy unknownMap
- Ground concourse — Shared with Dragons rugby, so facilities are a step up from many League Two grounds. Colours policy unknownMap
Worth the detour
Newport Transporter Bridge
One of only a handful of working transporter bridges in the world, a short walk from the ground.
Open in mapsOff the beaten track
Lower-profile pubs, cafés and corners. Not yet verified — check opening times and any colours policy before visiting.
The Potters Green pub (again, quieter side)
Away from the main bar area, a calmer corner popular with regulars.
Open in mapsRiverfront Theatre café
Quiet arts-centre café by the river, a short walk from the station.
Open in mapsCaerleon Roman ruins
Nearby Roman amphitheatre and baths, an interesting detour if you have time before kick-off.
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Transport alert
Weekend rail
Engineering work can affect weekend services into Newport; 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
Rodney Parade is a rugby ground shared with the Dragons — check which entrance and stand applies for football fixtures.
Ground note · unverified
The walk to the ground crosses the River Usk, which can be exposed and windy in bad weather.
What the day will cost
Rough guide for a trip to Newport
Rough advance return fare per person
- Travel£53
- Away ticket£30
- Drinks (3 pints)£16
- Food on the day£14
Each person
£112
Group of 2
£225
Estimates only — fuel at 16p a mile, pints at £5.20, and walk-up rail fares can be far higher than advance singles.
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