The Valiants return to Sky Bet League One action this weekend for our first home league game of the season as we take on Reading. This matchday information guide gives you all the information you may need ahead of your trip. If you have any further questions about your visit, please email enquiries@port-vale.co.uk.
Tickets
Match tickets for Saturday's League One clash against Reading at Vale Park are available to purchase online as e-tickets - for both home supporters up until kick-off.
Away supporters are situated in the Bycars Stand. Supporters of Reading should note that the kiosks in the away end are card only.
We politely request supporters arrive at Vale Park in good time to avoid entry queues. Turnstiles will open from 2:00pm.
Please have your ticket ready to be scanned on approach to the Stadium for an efficient entry process. If you’re accessing the stadium with an e-ticket, please ensure the device is not in dark mode and the brightness is turned up to maximum.
Port Vale supporters can also purchase tickets in person from the Port Vale Ticket Office, which is open from 9am on Saturday.
Tommy Cheadle's
Tommy Cheadle's will open as usual to home supporters following recent maintenance work on the indoor toilets.
Card and Contactless Payments
Please note that from the start of the 2023/24 season Vale Park will be operating on a cashless basis.
Home supporters can take advantage of the Click & Collect service in the Lorne Street, Hamil Road and Railway kiosks.
Staff from FoodHub and Port Vale will be on hand to assist supporters with using the Click & Collect service for the first time!
Directions
Directions for Vale Park can be found on our dedicated page by [clicking here].
Allocated Seating
Please ensure you sit in the seat that is allocated to you - this information is printed on your ticket and in your order confirmation if you purchase online.
First Visit
Making your first-ever visit to Vale Park? We look forward to welcoming you! [CLICK HERE] to find our First Time Visitor Guide.
Parking
Home and away supporters can pre-book a parking space by [CLICKING HERE]. We strongly recommend using official parking for fixtures at Vale Park.
All supporters are reminded not to block access to alleyways when parking vehicles and to leave enough space for wheelchairs and prams to pass safely on pavements when parking on nearby streets and roads.
Please be aware that double yellow lines are in place and are enforceable around Vale Park and neighbouring streets and roads.
Club Store
Our Club Store will be open from 9am on Monday and for 30 minutes following the full-time whistle.
Hospitality
There are two entrances for match day hospitality. If you’re located in the new lounge, the entrance is next to the Bescura Family Hubb on Roy Sproson Way.
If you’re located in the Valiant Suite, CJ Bayley Lounge or in a Hospitality Box, the entrance is through the main club reception in the Lorne Street Stand.
Staffordshire University Fan Zone
The Staffordshire University Fan Zone - located next to the Club Shop and Ticket Office on Hamil Road - is open from 12pm, with a variety of food and drink stalls available!
Meet Boomer!
Our mascot Boomer will be making his way around the Vale Park pitch.
If you meet Boomer, don’t forget to share your photos with us on social media! @OfficialPVFC
50/50 Draw
The 50/50 draw is back for the 2023/24 season and for the first home game of the season we are holding a BUMPER DRAW with five prizes up for grabs.
Tickets cost £2 each and can be purchased HERE
1st Winners pot
2nd Signed home shirt
3rd Signed away shirt
4th Signed ball
5th 2 tickets to our 70s night
Autonet Insurance Half Time Challenge
At Half Time, three lucky contestants will take on the Autonet Insurance Half Time Challenge.
The highest score from each match day will win a money-can’t-buy prize with the overall high scorers going to a grand finale at the end of the season with a chance to win £1,000.
Zero Tolerance to Abuse
We operate a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of abuse at Vale Park.
If you hear any Abusive, Homophobic or Antisocial Language or witness any other bad behaviour of any kind please send a text to 07801 216 675 stating the Stand, Row Number and Seat Number of the offender.
Please note that all messages will be treated in confidence.
iFollow
If you can’t make it to Vale Park for the match, you can watch the game live on iFollow the Vale, if you are based outside of the UK & Ireland. Supporters in the UK & Ireland can enjoy audio commentary from BBC Radio Stoke's Phil Bowers.
Video match passes are available for £10, while audio passes are available from just £1. To purchase a match pass, simply click on the image below.