Grand Final Fan Guide
Here’s all the important information you need to know ahead of saturday’s betfred super league grand final at old trafford.
The Warriors take on Grand Final debutants Hull KR in what will be a history-making clash at The Theatre of Dreams with Matt Peet’s side aiming to complete the quadruple.
Ahead of the biggest night in the Super League calendar, familiarise yourself with all the vital information before travelling and check out what’s going on when you arrive at OId Trafford.
Stadium Information
Please enter the stadium via the turnstile indicated on your ticket. Turnstiles will open two hours before kick-off (4pm).
Entering Old Trafford
Every supporter attending Old Trafford is subjected to a screening process prior to entering the stadium, which includes a physical and/or visual search. In addition, there are restrictions on the size of bags that can be taken onto the stadium footprint.
Please note that exceptions will only be made for bags containing essential medical provisions/ equipment or baby changing items that require larger bags.
If avoidable please do not bring a bags larger than 20cm x 15cm x 5cm (8″ x 6″ x 2″) with you to the match; this equates to a small handbag.
If your bag exceeds the recommended size, you will need to leave it in the Bag Drop area. There is a £5 charge to leave an item at a Bag Drop, with all profits going to the Manchester United Foundation.
Unfortunately pushchairs are prohibited inside the stadium, however, these may also be checked in at the Bag Drop locations.
For full details on baggage restrictions and prohibited items, please click HERE.
Cashless Stadium
Old Trafford is a cash-free stadium. If you would like to purchase food and beverages at the Grand Final, please bring a debit or credit card. Contactless payment is also accepted.
Disabled Toilets
There are disabled toilets in all supporter areas of the stadium. Please contact your nearest steward for assistance.
Lift Access
Lift access is available in all areas of the stadium for supporters sitting in accessible and general admission areas. Supporters located in the Sir Alex Ferguson Stand who require lift access are asked to contact [email protected] at least 24 hours ahead of kick-off so a lift pass can be issued.
Lift passes are only needed for seats situated in the Sir Alex Ferguson Stand. If your seats are located outside this area, you will not need a lift pass. Stewards will be happy to show you to the lift, and in the during busy periods, other members of your party may be asked to use the stairs.
Stadium Entertainment
Wigan based band, The Lathums, will take to the Grand Final stage with LIVE pre-match and half-time performances. Make sure to be in your seat by 5:30pm to hear hit singles such as Say My Name and No Direction.
Laura Wright returns to Old Trafford to perform Jerusalem before Wigan Warriors and Hull KR enter the pitch. Wright, one of the world’s leading classical music artists, will perform for the eleventh time at the 2024 Super League Grand Final.
Rugby League’s resident dance troop, Join the Momentum, will bring the energy with a special half-time dance performance on the Old Trafford turf.
An ABK Beer bus will be situated outside the North West area of the stadium, as well as food, drink and official Oxen merchandise stalls.
Travelling to Old Trafford
For the smoothest possible journey, we recommend visiting HERE. You can get to Old Trafford by Bus, Train or the Metro Link Tram Service, and to plan your journey to and from the stadium, please click HERE.
By Car
Parking is available on-site in the stadium car parks on a pre-pay basis only. If you would like to purchase car parking for the event, please visit HERE. Please note parking is limited, however, there are number of public car parks in the local area.
When parking at the stadium, please ensure you follow the below instructions:
- Follow the directions given by our Stewards
- On car parks with marked bays, please park between the line
- Do not park in any hatched or restricted area
- Adhere to our car park speed limit of 10 mph
- Allow yourself additional time for searches and ticket checks if you are parking on match day
- Please be patient and expect delays to your entry or exit at busy period
- Be aware of pedestrians and cyclists
Road Closures
Ahead of your journey to Old Trafford, please keep an eye out for any road closures HERE.
Train
Please be aware that train services in and around Manchester are expected to be very busy on Saturday. Always check before you travel and ensure plenty of time for your journey.
Northern will run an hourly service throughout the day direct from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester, however, due to engineering works other services to Manchester via Bolton and Atherton will be subject to Rail Replacement bus services – buses will have limited capacity and all services are expected to be busy.
If you are travelling by train, please note that Deansgate train station will be closed from 6pm on Saturday 12 October. Please use alternative Manchester stations during this time and allow longer for your journey or consider alternative routes.
By Metro Link Tram
The closest Metro Link Tram station to the stadium is Old Trafford station which is situated within a five minute walk of the ground. This station is accessible for wheelchair users.
The Trafford Park line is now open, with new stops at the Imperial War Museum and Wharfside being just a short walk to the ground.
By Taxi
If you are travelling to Old Trafford by taxi use the postcode M16 0RA. If you are travelling from Manchester Airport, this will take approximately 20-30 minutes and the average cost is £35. If you are travelling from Piccadilly Station, this will take approximately 15 minutes and the average cost is £10.
