Gillingham Away
Priestfield

GILLINGHAM

Priestfield (capacity 11,582)

Gillingham are amongst a decreasing number of clubs who still play at the same stadium as when they were founded. However, as you might imagine, Priestfield has undergone significant change since it opened in 1893. It went through extensive redevelopment in the late 1990’s/early 2000’s, which reduced the capacity from nearly 20,000 to 11,500.

The Medway Stand was opened in 2000, replacing the Main Stand. This is an impressive two-tiered stand and houses the club offices, club shop and changing rooms. The Rainham End is located behind one of the goals, and houses the club’s most vocal supporters. The Brian Moore End which houses away fans is temporary seating.

Away fans visiting Priestfield Stadium are located in one half of the Brian Moore Stand, nearest the Medway Stand, with a typical allocation of around 1,500.

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Football

Adults: £20 – £22

Pie

£3.80

Cuppa

£2

Pint

£3.50

Gillingham Programme

£3

For directions to Gillingham’s Priestfield (ME7 4DD for Sat Navs) from wherever your journey starts, just type in your postcode or starting location here:


There is a residents only parking scheme around Priestfield Stadium itself but if you drive slightly further away from the stadium there is street parking and a couple of car parks available. However, arriving early is advisable.

We’ve compiled a list of car parks, below, near to Priestfield for hassle free parking while you’re at the match.

Car Park Sat Nav Cost Distance to Ground Description
Croneens Yard Car Park ME7 1YF £2.50 0.8km The car park on Railway Street near Gillingham Railway Station is a popular option for away fans to park. It’s just a 5 minute walk to the stadium from here.
Woodlands Primary School ME7 2AP £3 0.8km The club itself recommends parking at Woodlands Primary School, but with just 100 spaces it soons gets full, so arrive early to avoid disappointment. Also, if it is a Saturday game then the gates lock at 6pm, so try to make a reaosnably quick escape after the full time whistle.
Lady of Gillingham Catholic Church ME7 1YL £3 0.6km The local church offers matchday parking at just £3 per car, but it is advisable to arrive early as it quickly fills up.
Larkfield Avenue (street parking) ME7 2LN Free 1.0km If street parking is your preferred choice, then there is availability in Larkfield Avenue. However, cars are left at your own risk.

Gillingham Railway Station is just a ten minute walk from Priestfield, and is served by trains from London Victoria, St Pancras, Stratford International, and Charing Cross. Exit the station to your left on to Balmoral Road and continue until you reach the crossroads. Cross over on to Priestfield Road, and you will then see the stadium approaching in front of you.

Find train times and book your tickets for the best available prices by clicking through to the trainline website below:

There are a number of away friendly pubs near Priestfield, all of which cater to different needs. Please note, however, that some bars require club colours to be covered and some do not allow children.

However, rather than take our word for it, we want to give you the view from other away fans who have visited Priestfield.

Over the coming months we will be building up fans reviews of the best places to drink on an away trip to Gillingham, and you’ll be able to find them here.

In the meantime, we’ve included a map below with all the best away pubs highlighted for you.

Gillingham offers a variety of overnight accommodation to suit all budgets.

Use our Booking.com panel to get availability and to book at the best prices:

Booking.com
Salford CitySalford City7th December
CheltenhamCheltenham20th December
BromleyBromley2nd January
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