City host Bradford City on Tuesday 27 January (7.45pm KO). Ahead of the match, we can provide supporters with a guide to plan your visit to the LNER Stadium.
Imps and Bantams to lay wreaths in memory of the 56
Lincoln City and Bradford City will pay their respects to the 56 supporters who lost their lives at the Valley Parade Disaster.
On a day which should have been remembered for the success of Bradford City winning the Division Three trophy, which was lifted pre-match by the Bantams captain and eventual City manager Peter Jackson, the day of celebration turned to a day of tragedy.
A fire at Valley Parade engulfed the main stand resulting in the tragic death of lifelong Imps Bill Stacey and Jim West along with 54 Bradford City supporters, who will always remain in our hearts.
Imps+ commentator John Helm - who was commentating at Valley Parade on the day of the tragedy - will lay a wreath on behalf of City at the Stacey West end of the LNER Stadium, with Bradford City chief executive Ryan Sparks doing so on behalf of our visitors.
This will take place at approximately 7.30pm, please ensure you are in the stadium to join us for this tribute.
Fan Village
The Fan Village is open from 5pm and is perfect for those wishing to avoid queues and get down to the stadium early.
We are offering discounted pints in club bars for those who are at the stadium early - with £1 off the price of drinks until 6.15pm. This includes Stella Artois (£4.50), Camden Hells Lager (£4.80), Kopparberg (£4.80), Camden Stout (£5.20) and Camden Pale Ale (£4.80).
There are also some fantastic locally-sourced food options on offer and the Tipsy Imp will be providing a wide range of premium beers and ciders, with a variety of soft drinks also available throughout.
We will be showing a full match replay of City's memorable 3-0 away win at Peterborough United earlier in the campaign on our brand new big screen in the Fan Village.
| VENDOR | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| Fat Eddie's | Delicious smash burgers |
| Coddy's | Variety of sweets, ice cream, hot beverages and cold, fizzy drinks |
| Lincolnshire Sausages | Stunning Lincolnshire hot dogs |
| William Wood churros | A classic selection of hot food options |
| Love Coffee | Hot coffee and beverages as well as delicious waffles. |
| Blyton Ice Cream Crumble Cart | Delicious crumble served with custard or Blyton ice cream and a topping of your choice |
Our retail unit provides supporters with the chance to get their hands out our 2025/26 home, away and third kits and there are a range of other exciting items, too. We have some great offers on at the moment! Can’t make it on Tuesday? Buy yours online here!
Read more about our matchday retail options here.
There is plenty going on in the Red Imps Community Trust pod. As well as Trust representatives who are happy to chat about the role they play at the club, in addition to collectible programmes and memorabilia - with donations raising money for Lincoln City Foundation.
Doughnotts at the LNER Stadium!
You can grab your favourite handmade treats from Kiosk 1, located in the south-west corner under the GBM Lower.
Available flavours include fan favourites Red Velvet, Cookies and Dream, Homer, Scoff It, plus a special red and white shirt design doughnut to show your Imps pride!
Don’t miss out – once they’re gone, they’re gone!
- Homer (Ve) - Pink vanilla glaze and sprinkles
- Red Velvet (V) - Vanilla fudge, red velvet cake
- Scoff It (Ve) - Salted caramel frosting, Biscoff crumb, Biscoff spread drizzle, Biscoff biscuit
- Cookies & Dream (Ve) - Vanilla glaze, Oreo crumb, vanilla buttercream filling, Oreo cookie
- Lincoln City Shirt (Ve) - Red vanilla glaze, apple and raspberry jam, vanilla buttercream decoration
Family activities
Head to our brand new TQ Services corner - located in between the GBM Stand and Stacey West Stand - for a range of family activities including Connect 4 and giant Jenga, there is no need to book on, simply turn up from 6.15pm!
Due to pre-existing bookings, Poacher's Den will be closed for this fixture, with no activities taking place on the 3G pitch.
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 6pm.
The below video will help you plan your journey to the game - click here to view our full guide for first-time fans.
Tunnel area wristbands
Supporters wanting to access the tunnel area pre-match can collect wristbands from the club shop or Poacher's Den on a first come, first served basis.
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 5.30pm-6pm, 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
Official teamsheets are available from the Red Imps Community Trust pod in the Fan Village or from the Club Shop around 7pm. These cost 50p. Secure yours online HERE.
Fun Farm Imps Superdraw
Win a unique part of Imps history with matchworn shirts from the MOTM available to be won for every league game at the LNER Stadium alongside the chance to win a bumper cash prize of up to £1,000.
Tickets cost just £1, with our seven tickets for £5 offer in place for the best value chance to win.
Would you like to win a cash prize or take home a unique piece of Imps memorabilia? Look out for the Fun Farm Imps Superdraw sellers around the LNER Stadium or order your tickets via our ticketing website.
You can win every time with the Fun Farm Imps Superdraw! Fun Farm are giving you 20% off your next visit, simply scan the QR code on your Fun Farm Imps Superdraw ticket to claim this offer.
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased from the ticket office before the match via eticketing.co.uk/imps.
Travelling supporters can collect pre-purchased tickets from the away ticket office window next to the club shop before the game.
#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 X at @Poacher_The_Imp!
Poacher's timetable
See the timings below for when your young City fan could meet Poacher the Imp on matchday!
Reporting form
We offer an anonymous online form for supporters to report any concerns around safety or inappropriate behaviour and chanting in or around the stadium. Use the QR code which is situated around the stadium or click here.
Match travel
Our partners Stagecoach are offering late night services up until around 11pm to Welton, Branston, Bracebridge Heath, Waddington, Hykeham and Birchwood.
Plan your journey home with the Stagecoach journey planner by clicking HERE.
As well as that, from 6pm on matchday, Imps Gold Membership holders can benefit from an adult dayrider for £2 (usually £6) or young persons dayrider for £1.40 (usually £3.40) for getting to and from the games.
Stadium facilities
Our unisex accessible toilets can be found in each corner of the LNER Stadium, as well as each bar and hospitality suite. Supporters can find them on the stadium map and signposted with toilet icons in and around the LNER Stadium. These toilets also include baby changing facilities.
Bins and recycling
We would like to make supporters aware of new legislation which requires the football club to separate waste. In order to apply, clearly designated bins will be located throughout the stadium. Please help us keep the LNER Stadium clean and tidy by putting your rubbish in the correct bin.
Like every business throughout the country, the Imps are now required by law to comply with new waste regulations, failure to do so will result in the club receiving a fine. Thank you to all supporters in advance for their understanding and cooperation with this matter.
Have you spotted the Ellgia-branded bins around the stadium? Nothing you put in them will end up in landfill!
Love football, protect the game
Every fan should feel safe and enjoy an inclusive experience when they attend matches at the LNER Stadium and dangerous or anti-social behaviour have no place in our game.
City joined other EFL clubs in the Love Football, Protect the Game campaign to educate supporters on the impact of anti-social behaviour and pitch incursions which can result in banning orders for the individuals concerned and significant fines being imposed on the club by the football authorities.
Regulation changes and tough new measures have been introduced this season which will see people who are found to have committed offences face stadium bans and potential criminal prosecution.
In addition to bans and criminal sanctions, a range of in-stadium, in-classroom and online resources will be rolled out under the ‘Love Football Protect the Game’ banner, to educate adults and children alike about the hurt tragedy chanting causes. Ground regulations have also been updated to incorporate references to tragedy chanting.
The game will also continue its efforts to combat dangerous, illegal and unwelcome behaviour off the pitch, be it in the stands or online. Last season a host of new measures were introduced by authorities which saw enhanced sanctions applied for people identified entering the pitch, using pyros, taking drugs to games, throwing objects or for discriminatory abuse.
