Durham Women continue their Subway Players Cup campaign with the visit of Birmingham City on Wednesday 21st October (7pm kick-off).
It’s sure to be another exciting night under the lights as the Blues welcome another top-flight side to South Shields FC.
Tickets for the game are available now, so get yours HERE!
And ahead of the game, we’ve put together some FAQs to make your visit as enjoyable as possible:
When and where is Durham v Birmingham City taking place?
Durham v Birmingham City will take place on Wednesday, October 21 with a 7:00pm kick-off.
The match will be held at the Wolf Competitions Stadium, South Shields FC, NE32 3UP.
Can I still get a ticket for Durham v Birmingham City?
Yes! Tickets for this game remain available online.
CLICK HERE to get your tickets via our online ticketing site to guarantee your spot at the game.
Tickets can be purchased online right up to kick-off.
Any fans wishing to pay on the gate can do so at Turnstiles 1 & 2 – the Turnstiles closest to the Club Shop ONLY. Cash and card is accepted from 5:30pm. All tickets sold on the gate are for terracing areas only.
I need to collect my 2026/27 Season Ticket ahead of the game – where should I do this?
If you’ve purchased a 2026/27 Season Ticket, you can collect it from Turnstile 1 & 2 ahead of the game!
Is there somewhere for me to park at South Shields FC?
There is plenty of parking available around the ground on the local industrial estate.
Parking is available on both Shaftesbury Avenue and Bedesway, which are a short, level walk to the ground.
These streets are indicated in green on the map below:
Please respect local businesses and residents and park considerably.
Blue Badge parking is now fully-booked.
Can I get to the ground via public transport?
Yes! South Shields FC is extremely accessible via public transport.
The Metro service links South Shields FC with both Newcastle and Sunderland train stations. If you are coming from Newcastle Central Station, board a Metro train heading towards South Shields from there, and alight at Bede station.
If you are coming from Sunderland train station, board a Metro train going towards Newcastle and alight at Pelaw station, before crossing the platform and boarding a train heading towards South Shields, and get off at Bede.
The ground is then within walking distance of Bede Metro Station. Alight at the station and go down the stairs before turning right if you have departed a train heading for South Shields, or turning left if departing a train going towards Newcastle.
At the next junction you come to, turn right, and there is then a short walk along Shaftesbury Avenue to reach the ground.
Local bus services operate to Simonside and the surrounding areas, which are again within walking distance of South Shields FC.
How do I get to South Shields FC from Durham using public transport?
South Shields FC is straightforward to access from Durham – using both trains and the Metro.
Catch any train from Durham bound for Newcastle or Edinburgh and alight at Newcastle.
Then transfer to the Tyne & Wear Metro using the station situated inside Newcastle station.
Catch any train heading towards South Shields (this will be on the Yellow line) and alight at Bede Station. It’s then just a short walk to the ground!
What time should I arrive for Durham v Birmingham City?
Supporters will be able to enter the stadium from 5:45pm, which is when the turnstiles will open ahead of the 7:00pm kick-off.
The Club Shop will also be open from this time.
Where can I sit or stand for the game?
All supporters will have selected an area of the stadium online.
- If you booked in a seating area (one of the coloured blocks in the Wolf Competitions Stand or the Ashley Timber Stand), your ticket will have a designated seat on it. Please only sit in that seat.
- If you booked a hospitality package, your ticket will have contain a designated seat in the Ashley Timber Stand. This is situated next to the marquee where you will enjoy your meal.
- If you booked in a terracing area, you can stand in any of the terracing areas at the ground.
What accessible facilities are available?
The ground is extremely accessible – with a dedicated, covered disabled viewing area available as well as step-free access to toilets, bars and food kiosks.
If you have any questions regarding accessible arrangements, please email us on mark.donnelly@durhamwfc.co.uk
What’s the layout of South Shields FC like?
Please see the below map that shows exactly where everything will be located!
What’s happening and when at Durham v Birmingham City?
Our Match Day Timetable has a breakdown of what’s going on and when at the big game!
What refreshments will be available?
A number of catering outlets around the ground will be open:
- Dickson’s Kiosk (situated next to Turnstile 1 & 2 and the Club Shop, in the Wolf Competitions Stand) – serving food, hot drinks and cold drinks
- Pulman 1888 Bar (situated in the centre of the Wolf Competitions Stand) – serving meals and alcoholic drinks
- Main Stand Kiosk (situated next to Turnstile 3 & 4, in the Wolf Competitions Stand) – serving food, hot drinks and cold drinks
- Kets n Pop (situated next to the clubhouse) – serving a range of sweet treats, soft drinks and snacks
Don’t forget, you can also enjoy alcoholic drinks in view of the pitch!
What merchandise will be available?
A wide range of merchandise will be available – including some new items for this game!
Keep your eyes on our social media in the build-up to the game as we reveal some of the items available for the big match.
All merchandise can be purchased from the Club Shop inside the Wolf Competitions Stand.
Is there a match day programme for Durham v Birmingham City?
We have a Limited Edition Match Day Magazine available for our Subway Players Cup League Phase fixtures!
The bumper A4 magazine contains 48 pages packed with content and will cover our games against Manchester United, Birmingham City and Newcastle United.
It’s priced at £5 and is available from the Club Shop.
I’ve pre-ordered by match day programme online – how do I collect it?
You can collect your match day programme from the Club Shop.
Can I meet the players?
Of course!
Durham Women’s squad will be available for autographs, photographs and a chat after the game.
Just head to the front of the main stand once the final whistle has been blown!
I have another question – who can I contact?
If you have a question that isn’t answered here, please email mark.donnelly@durhamwfc.co.uk, or contact us on X or Instagram – @DurhamWFC.
How else can I follow the game? Is there a stream?
This game has not been selected for live broadcast.
That means the only way to catch the action is at the Wolf Competitions Stadium!
