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Caldicot & Gloucester OLSC – Travel & Parking Information

This guide helps members plan travel to Gloucester and onward to Anfield, including parking, coach travel, and pre-match arrangements.

1. Travel to Gloucester:

  • By Car:  From the South (e.g., Quedgeley/Bristol Road): Follow the A430 (Gloucester Quays area) and continue onto the A417 (St Oswalds Road), which leads directly toward the Estcourt Road roundabout.

  • From the East/M5 (J11/J11A): Take the A40 toward Gloucester. At the Elmbridge Court Roundabout, follow signs for the A38/Gloucester, which brings you onto the eastern end of Estcourt Road.

  • From the North (e.g., Longford/Tewkesbury): Travel south on the A38 (Tewkesbury Road) until you reach the major junction with Estcourt Road.

  • From the West: A48/A40 Approach Follow the A40 eastbound toward Gloucester.

  • For SatNavs use GL1 3LQ.

  • By Train: Gloucester Railway Station connects to South Wales, Bristol, and London and is about a 20 minute walk to the pick-up location.

2. Parking Options

  • Free parking is available at the pick-up point on Estcourt Road.

  • This is a residential area, so please be mindful and considerate where you park.  Don’t block drives and obey any parking restrictions.

  • Please keep noise to a minimum when returning late at night/early morning.

3. Coach Travel to Liverpool

  • For all our trips we use executive coaches provided by Bennetts.

  • Coaches include toilets, refreshments, and comfortable seating.

  • Coaches are usually accompanied by a Branch Committee Member.

4. Boarding Guidelines

  • Try to arrive 15 minutes before the departure time to avoid any unnecessary delays.

  • Refer to the seating plan in the travel email to find your allocated seat on the coach.

5. Pre-Match & Post-Match

  • Coach departure pick-up location and time confirmed before each trip; Coaches drop off near Anfield on Priory Road.

  • Pre-match drinks are popular at The Church and The Oakfield pubs, a short walk from Anfield.

  • Coaches depart from the same location on Priory Road after the match.  Please return promptly after the final whistle.

6. Travel Tips

  • Check traffic updates before travel.

  • Check the weather and dress for comfort; bring rain gear if needed.

  • Snacks and drinks are allowed on the coach (No hot food).

7. Assistance

  • Email: [email protected]

  • Committee Members will be available on the day to help members.