Gates Open: 09:30
First Innings: 10:30-14:00
Interval: 14:00-14:30
Second Innings: 14:30-18:00
Close of Play: 18:00
On One Day Cup match days, the Doug Insole Pavilion is open for fans to get refreshments. This includes, hot and cold snacks as well as out hot dish of the day.
Don't forget that our shop is always open on a match day so you can buy all the latest Essex merch! Maybe you want your favourite player's shirt, the kids want a mini bat to get signed or you want to pick up some new equipment for the season, we've got it all!
Take a look at our map to see how to get to your seats and the view from your seat.
This year, there are only two changes to our ground. The 1876 gate was recently opened to allow for easier access to and from Chelmsford Station and Central Park to the Ambassador Cruise Line Ground. The Woodland Group Pavilion Marquee is now the The Woodland Group Players Lounge Marquee.
As much as we would love to have sun and blue skies for every match in Chelmsford, unfortunately we cannot control the weather! If there is minimal rain, the umpires and grounds staff will attempt to complete the match. If significant rain occurs, please refer to the information on your ticket.
During One Day Cup matches, readmittance is allowed. You will need to scan your ticket in and out when you leave and return.
To ensure a smooth entry to the ground, please ensure that you have the correct tickets and if you have the Essex TIXNGO app that they are downloaded and ready to show the stewards. If you have physical tickets, please have them out and ready to be scanned.
For Men's matches, we advise to come through the Main Gate (New Writtle Street entrance) and head to the ticket collection point. For Women's matches, your tickets will be able to be collected from the entrance desk located near reception.
Alcohol may be brought into the ground for One Day Cup matches, limited to one bottle of wine (max 750ml and decanted into a plastic container) or 4 cans or bottles of beer/lager/cider per person (max 500ml) or two cans of pre-mixed aperitifs/spirits (max 330ml).
No animals are permitted in the ground other than assistance dogs.
Accessible Area tickets can be purchased by calling the ticket office on 01245 254010 (Mon-Fri: 10am-4pm)
Need more information about our Vitality Blast T20 matches? Contact us by emailing [email protected].
The Ambassador Cruise Line Ground is situated in the centre of Chelmsford.
Our address is: The Ambassador Cruise Line Ground, New Writtle Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0PG.
We have three entrances on a match day, the Main Gate can be accessed from New Writtle Street, the River Gate links the ground to Chelmsford Town Centre and our new 1876 Gate is easily accessible for those coming from Chelmsford Station and Central Park.
Please note, the River Gate is NOT open for Women's One Day Cup matches.
There are many public transport options when traveling to the Ambassador Cruise Line Ground.
Train: Chelmsford Railway Station is operated by Greater Anglia and is an approximate 10-minute walk from the ground. Regular direct train services depart from Chelmsford to London, Stratford, Shenfield, Romford, Colchester, Ipswich and Norwich. Chelmsford is situated on the Liverpool Street to Norwich mainline.
Bus: Chelmsford Bus Station is situated on Duke Street, next to Chelmsford Train Station, with connections to all over the County. Alternatively, bus numbers 42 and 100, which are operated by First Group, stop on New London Road, which is approximately a two minute walk to the Ground, via New Writtle Street.
Park and Ride:There are two Park & Ride sites in Chelmsford, offering bus services into Chelmsford City Centre. Sandon – Located at Junction 18 on the A12 (the A414/A1060 Maldon Road Interchange). This site is located at CM2 7RZ. Chelmer Valley – Located on the A130 east of Essex Regiment Way, accessed from the Pratts Farm roundabout. This site is located at CM3 3PR.
