Bluebirds fans will make their first trip to Rochdale in over 50 years this weekend and we want to make sure that your visit to The Crown Oil Arena runs as smoothly as possible.
We look on course to take over 500 fans with us for the game so take a look at this detailed guide provided by Rochdale to ensure you have an enjoyable trip to Lancashire.
Tickets
The Crown Oil Arena now operated a barcoded entry system and therefore there will be no cash turnstiles available at the ground.
Barrow fans can purchase their tickets in advance from The Dunes Hotel Stadium until 4pm on Friday – after that, tickets will be on sale on matchday from Dale’s Ticket Office (card payment only) and Ticket Cabin (cash payment).
Visiting supporters are housed in the Reside Estate Agency Stand (Willbutts Lane) which is a covered stand that offers the best view of the action at The Crown Oil Arena. Turnstiles open one hour before kick-off.
If you need to contact Rochdale’s Ticket Office in advance of the game, then you can do so by calling 01706 644 648 (option 8) or by emailing tickets@rochdaleafc.co.uk
Click here for all information on buying tickets for Saturday's game.
Parking
The Crown Oil Arena has a small car park which can accommodate guests and staff only.
Street parking is available around the stadium. However, please be aware that parking restrictions are in place in the yellow coned areas – there are monitored by traffic control.
Directions
Rochdale have some detailed instructions for fans making their way to The Crown Oil Arena – whether you’re driving, going on a train or bus, or as part of our supporters’ coach travel.
Click here now to find directions and information on getting to Rochdale on Saturday.
Food and Drink
Visiting supporters are welcome in Dale’s Ratcliffe Bars before the game on Saturday.
Doors open from 12noon and it’s a fully licensed premises equipped with Sky Sports.
Once inside The Crown Oil Arena, Barrow fans will have access to kiosks which will sell a range of hot and cold food and drinks, including alcohol.
Matchday Programme
The Club produced a printed version of their Match Programme, The Voice of Spotland. This is priced at £3 and will be available from the Club Shop and from sellers inside the ground.
Contact Details
Address: Rochdale Football Club, The Crown Oil Arena, Sandy Lane, Rochdale, OL11 5DR
Website: www.rochdaleafc.co.uk
Telephone: 01706 644 648
Email: office@rochdaleafc.co.uk or tickets@rochdaleafc.co.uk