The Spitfire Ground
Information
Kent County Cricket Club since 1847 and witnessed some of the sports greatest playing in its tranquil and unique surroundings. The Spitfire Ground St Lawrence offers businesses, groups and individuals a wealth of opportunities to entertain, celebrate, educate or host in a range of conference rooms, lounges and boxes.
In 1847 The Spitfire Ground St Lawrence made history and became home to one of England's best known cricket clubs - Kent County Cricket Club. The ground is also one of the regions foremost conference and events venues with a fantastic selection of suites available for hire for all kinds of corporate and private occasions.
Their aim is to deliver a truly unique venue experience, tailored to your requirements and we have the experience, facilities and team to achieve this.
Directions
From the North
From M20 junction 7 turn left onto A249. At M2 junction 5 (Sittingbourne) bear right onto M2. At junction 7 (Boughton Street) turn right on to A2. From the A2 ignore the first exit for Canterbury (Harbledown, A2050) Continue on the A2 till the Bridge exit. Take the exit and then turn right travel 70 metres the take the first right with a sign directing to Canterbury. Follow the road on to the A2050 (not left and back onto to the A2). Continue on the Roman Road and at the Gate roundabout take the 3rd exit onto the Old Dover Road (B2068). Continue on Old Dover Road for 800 metres and the ground will be clearly visible on the left hand side.
From the South
From M20 junction 13 bear right onto A20. Follow this road to junction with A260. Bear left and continue to junction with A2 (north). Continue to junction with A2050 and then proceed as north.
National Rail
Canterbury East – 1 mile. Canterbury West – 1.5 miles. Passenger information – 08457 484950 www.nationalrail.co.uk
Stagecoach East Kent
Buses to/from Folkestone via the Elham Valley (route 17) and Hythe (route 18) serve the bus stops immediately outside the Cricket Ground on Old Dover Road.
Buses to/from Deal (route 12), Dover (route 15), and Folkestone via Hawkinge (Stagecoach Gold 16) all serve the bus stops on New Dover Road (a short walk down St. Lawrence Road opposite the ground).
There are frequent buses direct to Canterbury City Centre from the bus stop on New Dover Road adjacent St. Lawrence Road.
For timetable information visit www.stagecoachbus.com/eastkent or call traveline on 0871 200 22 33 (calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge).
Food & Drink
You are welcome to enjoy the surroundings on the banks or seats, with your own food. They also provide picnic tables, which are available to all.
Public options to purchase Food & Beverage include:
The Lime Tree Café – ground floor of our Office, next to Underwood-Knott Stand. Offering freshly ground barista coffees, cakes, snacks, freshly-made sandwiches and Solley’s Ice Cream.
Concessions Fast food vans and temporary bars spread around the ground. Food options include: Thai, Burgers, Paninis and Donuts.
Accessibility
Viewing Areas: The Spitfire Ground is an open ground and you can circulate the whole ground, however this does involve a variety of terrains, grass, rough track (some uneven surfaces) and paved / tarmac sections. We have a dedicated wheelchair viewing area on the lower tier at the front of the Frank Woolley Stand.
Hearing Loop: There are loop hearing systems in all bar areas and in the main club office. On-line commentary is provided for each match by BBC Radio Kent (we do not provide listening devices).
Car Parking Facilities on Arrival: Disabled/Blue Badge parking spaces are held in reserve at a daily rate of £15 per day.
Toilets: Accessible toilets are available in the Les Ames Stand, the Ames Levett Sports Centre, Woolley Stand, Chiesman Pavilion and Cowdrey Stand. If you need to gain access to these facilities prior to the ground opening please liaise with one of our friendly stewards who will be able to assist.
Please call the club on 01227 456 886 opt 0 if you have any particular concerns.