Match guide | Imps v Reading

Poacher the Imp poses with his arms around a group of young childten

Ahead of the visit of Reading on Saturday, we are able to provide supporters with a guide to plan your visit to the LNER Stadium.

University of Lincoln Fan Village

The University of Lincoln Fan Village is open from 10am and perfect for those who want to avoid the queues and get down to the LNER Stadium early. There are some fantastic locally-sourced food options - with R&N catering, William Wood burgers, Curry Jacks, Fat Eddies smash burgers, Coddy’s Sweets all on site.

Tipsy Imp will provide a wide range of premium beers and ciders. A variety of soft drinks are also available across the Fan Village.

The Imps retail unit provides supporters the opportunity to kit themselves out with our home, away and third kit as well as a range of other exciting items.

The Red Imps Community Trust pod features an exhibition about Imps legend Keith Alexander. As well as Trust representatives who are happy to chat about the role they play at the club, teamsheets can be purchased from the pod as well as collectible programmes and memorabilia - with donations raising money for Lincoln City Foundation.

Family activities

There are free children's football sessions on the 3G pitch opposite the Greenlinc Renewables Stand - there is no need to book on, simply turn up from 10am.

There will be games such as table tennis and EAFC in the Co-Op Community Hub behind the Stacey West Stand. 

Supporter liaison officers

Our SLO team will be around the stadium before and during the game, look out for them or our 'Here To Help' team - they will all be clearly identified. We have a matchday familiarisation opportunity for any supporters who are new to the stadium - this is free and there is no need to sign up, simply head to the ticket office for 11am.

The below video will help you plan your journey to the game - click here to view our full guide for first-time fans.

Audio descriptive commentary

The Imps provide a free audio descriptive commentary service for fans with visual impairments. Headsets and receivers can be collected from the ticket office before the game (from the SLO point 10am-11.30am, then from the ticket office desks).

Fans are encouraged to bring their own headphones where possible to minimise the amount of equipment needed to be shared - the receivers have a standard aux output.

Anyone with questions about the service are asked to contact disability liaison officer Heidi Langham on dlo@theredimps.com.

Teamsheet

Teamsheets cost just 50p and are available in the ticket office and the Red Imps Community Trust stand in the University of Lincoln Fan Village. We expect these to be available from around 11.45am. Click here to order your teamsheet for collection from the ticket office.

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A person wearing bright green jacket holds up an Imps Superdraw ticket. They are stood behind a stand which is bright green and also reads "Imps Superdraw". People walk past in the background.

Superdraw

The new Imps Superdraw has seen an average prize of well over £1,000! With half the total money taken in ticket money going to one winner, the large crowd means there is sure lo be another large jackpot claimed on Saturday.

We have a special festive offer, where you can get seven tickets for just £5.

Look out for the Superdraw sellers around the LNER Stadium or order your tickets via our ticketing website.

Car parking

Take the pressure off matchday by booking your parking spot on the South Common now - click here to book

The matchday offer for Lincoln Central Car Park is in operation - click here for full details, including the QR code needed to take advantage of the offer

Help us reduce our carbon impact and win Imps prize!

Our partnership with Quambio is giving you a chance to win great Lincoln City prizes! All you need to do is sign up for free and then use the app to log your travel via a smartphone. Log your journeys on public transport, cycling or walking and we'll be able to see how much carbon we've saved. Click here to sign up then use the app to track your journey.

Tickets 

Tickets can be purchased from the ticket office before the match, but we strongly recommend purchasing online at eticketing.co.uk/imps.

We have a kids for a quid offer for this match - these tickets must be purchased before 9am on matchday to be eligible for the reduced price.

Travelling supporters can collect tickets from the away ticket office window next to the club shop before the game. Pay on the day is available for travelling fans, subject to availability.

#ImpsAsOne selfies

We've loved seeing the pictures of families enjoying matchdays at the LNER Stadium - why not share your images of the day with us on Twitter using the #ImpsAsOne hashtag. If you get a picture with Poacher don't forget to tag him on Twitter at @Poacher_The_Imp!

Safe text number

We offer an anonymous safe text number for supporters to report any concerns around safety or inappropriate behaviour and chanting in or around the stadium. Text “IMPS” + your message to 66777.