City will make their and English football’s longest ever trip for a competitive league fixture tomorrow – Saturday – when they travel to Carlisle.
The Cumbrian outfit, who have suffered back-to-back relegations, find themselves in the National League for the first time in 20 years whilst for Truro, it is a maiden campaign dining at the top table of non-League football.
Both sides were in action on Wednesday as John Askey’s side were held to a 2-2 draw at home to Aldershot Town. At the same time, Carlisle, under the guise of experienced boss Mark Hughes were 1-0 winners over Brackley Town.
Directions
A30, M5, M6 – 7 hours (440 miles)
Ground address: Brunton Park, Warwick Road, Carlisle CA1 1LL
Car Parking
Parking is available at Brunton Park, costing £5. Supporters are advised that only cash accepted for parking at the ground.
There is also parking available around the stadium, but supporters must respect local residents and any permit restrictions that are in place.
Parking is available at the ground costing £5.00 – cash only. Cars are held post game for a short time while supporters clear the area.
There is some local street parking but please watch out for any restrictions and yellow lines.
Peteril End Prices
Supporters are advised to purchase in advance as this saves £3 compared to the walk-up prices, which are shown in brackets.
- Adult: £20 (£23)
- Senior 65+: £17 (£20)
- Young adult 18-22: £14 (£17)
- Under-18: £9 (£10)
- Under-14: £9 (£10)
- Family junior 11-17: £7 (£8)
- Carer: Free (Free)
- Wheelchair: £20 (£23)
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Under-14 tickets must be purchased/accompanied by an adult aged 18 and over.
Family junior information: Supporters can purchase a maximum of two family junior tickets for every one adult ticket or a maximum of one family junior ticket for every one senior ticket purchased.
Wheelchair tickets and carer tickets will need to be purchased direct from Carlisle United please contact the ticket office on 0330 094 5930.
All ambulant disabled supporters on a high/enhanced rate of care qualify for a carer’s ticket, with supporting documentation required.
The Ground
As per the club’s statement earlier this week, travelling Tinners will be housed in the open Peteril Stand, opposed to the Pioneer Foods East Stand.
This change means there is no seats or cover for City fans, as the Peteril Stand, also known as the Waterworks, is an open terrace.
Carlisle have advised that any fans who have purchased tickets that no longer wish to attend, will be able to obtain a full refund.
Food & Drink
City fans are encouraged to use the food, drink and licensed bar concessions in the Brunton Park Fan Zone before and after the game.
During the match, fans can used the Paddock North refreshment kiosk.
No alcohol will be served to visiting fans in the stadium.
