The ICC Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026 will open with England Women taking on Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on Friday, 12th June, kicking off a whirlwind month of world-class action that will see 8 teams battling it out for the prestigious trophy, currently held by New Zealand.
The Bristol County Ground will host six cricket matches across four matchdays, starting with West Indies vs. Sri Lanka on Sunday, 21 June, and ending with a doubleheader on Saturday, 27 June, featuring matches between Pakistan and the Netherlands, and West Indies against Ireland.
Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets are on sale now for all fixtures.
- Adult tickets from £15
- Junior tickets £5
- Hospitality packages from £46.80 per person
- Accessible tickets and free wheelchair companion tickets are also available
Getting to the Bristol matches
Bristol County Ground is around 3 miles from the city centre and Bristol Temple Meads Station, and a short distance from the M32 with easy access to the M4 and M5. Due to limited parking being available, we encourage all supporters to travel by public transport where possible. Limited Blue Badge accessible parking is available.
By Bus
The stadium is serviced by the following regular bus routes:
- Services 17, 18, 70, 71, 72, 74, 75, and 77 all run within a five-minute walk of the main entrance at Nevil Road using stops on the nearby Gloucester Road (Services 71, 72, 74, 75, 76), Muller Road (Services 17 & 18) and Ashley Down Road (Service 70).
- All services are operated by First Bus except 71, which is operated by Stagecoach, so please check tickets before travelling. Bus tickets can be purchased when boarding or use the First Bus App for single or day tickets.
By Train
There are two train stations that serve the Bristol County Ground.
- Montpelier is on the Severn Beach line and has direct services to Bristol Temple Meads and Portway Park and Ride. Montpelier, which is operated by Great Western Railway and is a 20-minute walk from the ground. Plan your journey on the GWR website
- Ashley Down is a new station on the mainline from Bristol Temple Meads. This station is a 10-minute walk from the ground, but it operates a very limited Sunday service. We recommend that spectators check their journey carefully if they intend to use this service.
Cycling
There are bike racks situated at both entrances to the stadium. At the Nevil Road end of the ground, bike racks are situated by the groundstaff huts opposition reception. There are also bike racks situated outside the main entrance at the Ashley Down Road end.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Bristol's Clean Air Zone is now live, and you must now pay to drive within the zone if your vehicle does not meet the zone's emission standards, unless you have an exemption. The Bristol County Ground is outside of the Clean Air Zone, but depending on your route to the ground, you might need to drive through the zone to reach the stadium. Check the Bristol City Council website to see if your car is liable to pay the charge.
Bristol County Ground
The Bristol County Ground is located in Bishopston, to the north of Bristol city centre. It is home to Gloucestershire County Cricket Club and hosts international matches throughout the year.
Food and drink
There will be a variety of food and drink options to cater for different dietary requirements, both in the main stands and hospitality areas. These will be confirmed closer to the start of the competition. The Bristol County Ground is also close to many restaurants and cafes on Gloucester Road, which offer a broad range of cuisines, including vegan, halal, and gluten-free options.
If you are looking for more dining options around Bristol during your visit, you may find these guides useful:
Accessibility
- Both entrances into the ground have level surfaces with little incline. Hardstanding surrounds the playing area, and a full lap can be completed without obstacles.
- The Accessibility Viewing Area will be situated in front of the Pavilion, adjacent to the sight screen.
- A Changing Places and accessible toilet is situated behind the Mound Stand. The facility is accessed via a ramp and requires a radar key to enter. A spare radar key is available from the on-site medical team.
- The Membership & Ticketing reception and Pavilion reception both have hearing loops installed.
- The main Membership & Ticketing reception has a slight incline and lip over the single door frame. The door has 830mm of clearance.
- The Pavilion reception is serviced by a set of automated double doors. The doors can be opened by pressing the button on entry and exit.
Multi-Faith Room
The Club has installed a Multi-Faith Room on the Kennington Avenue side of the ground. The space is available to anyone needing a space for private prayer or a moment of personal reflection.
