Ahead of Saturday's Betfred Men's and Women's Challenge Cup semi-finals double header in Warrington, fans are encouraged to familiarise themselves with all the key information before travelling to the Halliwell Jones Stadium.
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Following on from the recent government announcement that the current national threat to the UK (England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland) from terrorism has been raised from SUBSTANTIAL to SEVERE there will be increased security checks for spectators at both venues. This is to ensure you can enjoy the semi-finals in a safe environment. Please make sure you allow plenty of time to arrive at the stadium.
Here's everything you need to know:
GETTING HERE
Halliwell Jones Stadium
Mike Gregory Way
Warrington
WA2 7NE
What3 Words | Main reception ///tulip.petty.delay
DIRECTIONS FROM THE NORTH
Take Junction 9 off M62 and head south towards Warrington along the A49.
After 1.5 miles, straight on through the lights with MacDonalds on the right. Proceed past the Tesco Superstore and The Halliwell Jones Stadium before turning right at next set of traffic lights. At the small roundabout take the first exit on to Winwick Street and you will see the entrance to the central car park 50 yards further on, on the right-hand side.
The stadium is immediately across from the Tesco Store.
Please Do Not park on the Tesco car park on a match-day unless you have a valid pass for the game.
DIRECTIONS FROM THE SOUTH
Leave M6 at Junction 21 follow the A57 towards Warrington until you reach Cockhedge roundabout. Take the exit signposted, A49 Wigan.
Turn left at the next set of lights on to Pinners Brow. At the traffic circle take the first exit on to Winwick Street and you will see the entrance to the central car park 50 yards further on, on the right.
The stadium is immediately across from the Tesco Store.
Please Do Not park on the Tesco car park on a match-day unless you have a valid pass for the game.
FINDING US
Download the what3words app and search ///sulk.sugar.finely to easily navigate to specific parts of The Halliwell Jones Stadium.
- Ticket office ///mini.wing.bids
- Ticket collections ///gives.organ.suffice
- Club store ///other.toast.today
PARKING
Do Not Enter Tesco Car Park by the main entrance
Parking is available around the stadium, but please be aware there are residential parking schemes in operation, though there are some pay car parks close to the stadium, including;.
- Winwick Street Car Park (APCOA) - WA2 7TU ///tinsel.ocean.coast
- Foundry St Parking - WA2 7TD ///twice.oddly.posts
- Dallam Lane Parking - WA2 7NG ///safe.waving.traded
- Time Square Multi-Story Car Park - WA1 2HN ///reward.mixer.into
By Rail
Warrington Central station (WA2 7TT) is situated approximately 0.3 miles from the Halliwell Jones Stadium.
Warrington Bank Quay Station is just over a mile from the stadium.
By Bus
Warrington Bus Station is a short distance from the Stadium, near to Central Train Station. Exit the station and turn left down Winwick Street and past Central Station (on your right) and continue down towards the stadium.
Plan your bus journey here - Warrington's Own Buses - Buses in and around Warrington
TICKET OFFICE
Tickets will be on sale via www.rugby-league.com/tickets until 9am on Saturday 9th May.
The ticket office at Halliwell Jones Stadium will open for matchday sales, ticket queries and collections from 9:30am until 30 minutes after the last kick off.
ACCESSIBILITY
Car Parking
The Brian Bevan Corner disabled bays can only be access along Winwick Road via Buckley Street, Winwick Street, Pinners Brow. The entrance to the car park is on the left. If spectators are parking here, then they must show there disabled parking badge. There will be stewarding on the day.
When leaving cars must turn right out of the exit down Winwick Road.
BAG POLICY
No bags larger than an A4 piece of paper will be permitted into the stadium, and there will be a 100% bag search policy in operation.
ON THE DAY
Fans can take their picture with all three Challenge Cup trophies outside the stadium on Sunday. Look out for a gazebo showcasing the Men’s, Women’s and Wheelchair trophies to the left of the main reception.
SATURDAY FIXTURES
Fixtures taking place at the Halliwell Jones Stadium (Saturday May 9):
- Wigan Warriors Women vs York Valkyrie (K.O. 11:30 kick-off)
- St Helens vs Wigan Warriors (K.O. 14:30pm)
