It’s the big one, the Boxing Day West Wales derby, a neighbourly tussle for bragging rights in front of a bumper festive crowd.
Here’s everything you need to know about what’s happening at the Parc for the showdown with the Ospreys.
What time is kick-off?
The match kicks off at 17:30
Can I buy tickets on the day?
Yes you can, however we’d recommend buying in advance of the game to avoid queues on matchday. The ticket office is open from 10pm until half-time. Buy your tickets here
Is the club shop open?
Yes, the VX3 shop is open from 10am until kick-off. Check out the collection here
VX3 will also have a stand in the FSG Supporters Arena before kick-off.
Where can I park?
Public parking is in Car Park B on the Trostre Park side.
- Cost is £5 per car on the gate
- Cash and card payment accepted
- Gates open at 12:00
There will also be limited parking in Morrisons Supermarket at £5 per car (cash only).
Please do not park in residential streets around the Parc. We would also like to remind people not to park on grass verges around the stadium as this causes damage to the surrounding environment and also blocks routes used by the emergency services. Vehicles parked illegally may be clamped or towed away.
Please also be aware that neighbouring retail parks are operating parking restrictions using vehicle identification cameras. Fines will be issued for those who exceed the time limits.
The car parks are going to be busy so please arrive early and give plenty of time for your journey if you have a long way to travel.
Is there a bus service?
Yes, there is the regular shuttle bus and a bus service from Carmarthen, which stops in Kidwelly, Burry Port, Coleg Sir Gar and Dominos, Llanelli in operation for this game. There is also a bus coming from Llandeilo for this game. The last bus leaves to go back to Carmarthen and Llandeilo at 21:00.
Do you accept cash in the stadium?
Yes we do, but we will not be accepting the old paper £50 and £20 notes.
When do the stadium gates open?
- 14:30 FSG Supporters Village (the barn) open
- 14:30 The Lolfa Strade Lounge (formerly Heart and Soul) opens for 1872 and Stradey Season ticket holders. Pies and pasties will be available.
- 14:30 Tanner Banc Bar open
- 14:30 Quinnell Lounge open
- 15:00 Hospitality Boxes open
- 15:30 Clwb Carwyn and Phil Bennett Lounge open
- 15:30 Heineken Lounge open
- 16:00 Turnstiles and kiosks open to the public
What’s happening before the match?
There’s plenty going in the FSG Supporters Arena before the match so pop and sample what’s on offer.
- Player appearance (16:00)
- Bouncy castles
- Scarlets passing cage
- Face painting
- Scarlets VX3 Shop
- Tag rugby
- Cochyn
Our television screens in the Tanner Banc and lounges will be showing the derby clash in the east between Cardiff and Dragons from 15:00
Where can I buy 50-50 raffle tickets?
There will be roaming 50-50 raffle sellers in the FSG Arena, Tanner Banc Bar and in hospitality pre-match. Proceeds from the raffle go to the Scarlets Community Foundation. The prizes have been big in recent matches so don’t miss out.
You can also purchase online here
What’s happening at half-time?
The following teams will be playing tag rugby
- Cefneithin U7s, U8s & U9s
- St Clears U7s, U8s & U9s
- Llanelli Wanderers U10s
- Felinfoel U10s
50-50 raffle winner will be announced
What about after the match?
Head over to the Tanner Banc Bar, catch up with friends and enjoy a beverage before heading home.
What about community rugby activities?
A warm welcome to the following teams who will be joining us for pre-match activities.
Kick-off tunnel guard of honour
- Cefneithin U7s
- Felinfoel U10s
Flag Bearing
- Tumble U11s & U12s
- Cefneithin U8s & U9s
- St Clears U7s, U8s, U9s and U10s
- Llanelli Wanderers U10s
Walking out with players
- Tumble U7s & U8s (Scarlets)
- South Gower U12s (Ospreys)
Who is the match-day mascot?
Guto Alun Edwards
Age: 6
School: Ysgol Bro Preseli
Club: Clwb Rygbi Crymych
Favourite Player: Macs Page