Well, everything is in place – and The Gnoll is ready to host Boxing Day’s big occasion Neath v Bonymaen (kick off 2.30pm).

This is the seventh and ‘final countdown; to the game.

WEATHER

Grey and dreary say the forecasters – it’s dry, warm and there is a week sun at 8.00am in other words – perfect for holiday rugby !

Even if it rains or drizzles, The Gnoll has more cover than any other club ground in Wales – it is fully covered on 3 sides of the ground which means, even if packed, 85% will be dry.

REMEMBER :-

•      Spectators are advised to arrive early at the turnstiles so you don’t miss a minute of the action. Turnstiles will open at 1.00pm.

•      Turnstiles are situated at the Town End of the ground – adults paying cash, please have your £10 ready to save entry time.

•      Card payments will take a little longer so better to get cash before you come to the ground.

•      Programmes (£2) will be on sale directly inside the turnstiles.

•      The Tuck Shop offers hot food and is located to the right of the turnstiles.

•      Two outside drinks outlets are located to the left of the turnstiles at the end of the Main stand :- (a) Can Bar and (b) The Shack.

•      Toilets (M&F) are located behind the Town End Terrace

OTHER REMINDERS

•      Bag searches will be conducted to prevent illegal bringing in alcohol

•      For the comfort of spectators and health of the players, no dogs allowed (other than sight-assisting)

•      No smoking or vaping inside ground.

•      Main Stand – please keep the concourse clear at all times to allow others to enjoy the match.

CLUBHOUSE PRE-MATCH

The Neath RFC Clubhouse will be open throughout the day offering the full range of refreshments.

Hospitality – Upstairs

•      Sold out weeks ago so we are afraid we cannot accommodate any more.

•      The Hospitality Suites are situated upstairs and stewarded.

•      Catering staff have been in since 8.00am preparing for a perfect day

Public Bars – Downstairs

•      Patrons are advised to leave both bars by 2.10pm and make their way to the turnstiles as queues are inevitable.

•      Note – there will be no entrance to the ground from the bars after 2.15pm

IMMEDIATE POST-MATCH

Upstairs is strictly limited to hospitality guests (front room), teams (back room) until 5.30pm

EVENING ENTERTAINMENT

Band upstairs (biggest room) – free entertainment , all are welcome – starts  but bars open throughout.