Getting Here
Winnston Park is in Herne Bay on the north Kent coast, about 8 miles from Canterbury and an hour and a half from London by train. Free parking is on site. On Winter Cup and Finals days please allow extra time — and check the live alerts at the top of this page for parking, weather and travel updates before you set off.
🚗 By Car
Driving directions
From the M2 / A2, follow the A299 Thanet Way towards Herne Bay and leave at the Herne Bay junctions, then follow local signs into the town. Ladyfields is a residential road — please drive slowly and considerately near the ground. Sat-nav: CT6 7BF. Some league fixtures are played at Chestfield Cricket Club, Grasmere Road, Whitstable CT5 3LX — check the fixture page for the venue.
Parking
Free parking is available at the venue. Please park responsibly and follow all signs and instructions from ground staff. Do not block entrances, emergency access routes or other vehicles. On busy event days stewards will direct you to overflow spaces.
Disabled parking
Blue Badge holders can park closest to the entrance — let a steward know on arrival and they will keep a space near the gate. If you would like us to reserve a space in advance, contact Visitor Services.
Drop-off points
Passengers can be dropped off at the entrance. Please keep the drop-off area and all access routes clear once your passengers have alighted.
Taxi drop-off
Taxis can drop off and collect at the entrance. Local taxi firms operate across Herne Bay and from Herne Bay railway station.
Event-day traffic
Ladyfields and the surrounding roads are busy for an hour before and after Winter Cup and Finals matches. Arrive early, park where directed and be patient leaving — everyone gets away in a few minutes.
Road closures
Any temporary closures or diversions affecting the ground will be published in Visitor News and as a live alert.
🚆 By Train
Nearest stations
- Herne Bay · About 1.5 miles from Winnston Park — Around 25–30 minutes on foot, or a short taxi ride from the station rank.
- Chestfield & Swalecliffe · For fixtures at Chestfield Cricket Club — About 10 minutes on foot to Grasmere Road.
Train information
Herne Bay station (Southeastern) is the nearest station, with direct services from London St Pancras and London Victoria via Faversham, and local services along the coast to Whitstable, Margate and Ramsgate. Check live times with Southeastern or National Rail before you travel.
Walking routes
From Herne Bay station, head towards the Greenhill side of town and follow the residential roads to Ladyfields. Allow 25–30 minutes at a gentle pace; the route is level.
Connections
Taxis wait at Herne Bay station on most days; local buses run from the station and the town centre. On Winter Cup days a lift from a friend is often the easiest option — ask Visitor Services if you need help.
🚌 By Bus
Bus routes
- Route Local services — Herne Bay – Canterbury / Whitstable (Nearest stop to Ladyfields (Greenhill))
Bus information
Stagecoach East Kent runs local services through Herne Bay and along the coast to Whitstable and Canterbury. Check the Stagecoach app or timetables for the nearest stop to Ladyfields and any Sunday changes.
Event-day services
There is no special event bus. If you are travelling as a group, contact Visitor Services and we will help you plan.
🚲 By Bike
Cycle routes
Herne Bay is flat and well suited to cycling. The Oyster Bay Trail and the seafront route link Herne Bay with Whitstable and Reculver; from the seafront it is a short ride inland to Ladyfields.
Bike parking
Bring a lock and secure bikes near the entrance where a steward shows you — please keep access routes clear.
🚶 Walking
- From Herne Bay railway station · About 25–30 minutes · A level route through residential streets.
- From Herne Bay seafront / town centre · About 30 minutes · Head inland towards Greenhill.
Top tips
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before the start. The ground opens about two hours before the first ball.
- Check live alerts on the day for parking, weather and any change of venue.
- Winter Cup days are cold (2–6°C is typical) and the car park is grass — wear warm layers and sensible footwear.
- Finals Day in June can be hot: bring water, sunscreen and a hat, and use the shade.
Check before you travel
Live travel & parking alerts, plus our full accessibility guide.