DOUBLE HEADER: Broncos & Skolars to play in double header
Jake Watson • 27 February 2025
DOUBLE HEADER: Broncos & Skolars to play on same day
On Saturday March 1st we are in action in the AB Sundecks 1895 Cup where we take on Dewsbury Rams.
Although a home fixture, this will take place at the New River Stadium also known as New River Sport & Fitness, is the home of London Skolars Rugby League and has one main stand, which fronts White Hart Lane.
Please note that tickets for this fixture must be bought online and paying on the gate is not an option. You will be able to purchase tickets online right up until the point of kick-off.
To buy tickets click the link below.
Prior to London Broncos vs Dewsbury Rams our hosts London Skolars will be playing a friendly with Eastern Rhinos which kicks off at 12.30pm. Fans are able to come along to watch both games with gates opening at midday.
Directions:
The Skolars Stadium is located approximately 1 mile from Wood Green Underground Station, which is on the Piccadilly Line, and only 15 minutes from Kings Cross Station.
The W3 bus heading towards Northumberland Park from Wood Green Station drops very close to the Stadium, alight at the New River Perth rd bus stop, approx 5 stops.
Travelling by Road:
Follow M1 South to Junction 2, take exit onto A1 to the junction with the North Circular (A406).
Keep on North Circular for about 3 miles, following signs for Wood Green.
Turn right on A109 (Bounds Green Road) at traffic lights.
Keep straight on A109 for 1.5 miles, past Bounds Green tube station, and turn sharp left onto Wood Green High Road (A105) [coaches may need to turn from the right lane]
Keep on the A105 past the Haringey Civic Centre and turn right into White Hart Lane.
The Stadium is on the left hand side 0.5 miles down White Hart Lane.
Car Parking:
There is ample pay and display parking in the car parks, which are located next to the main stand. Stadium Parking is only payable via the ringGO app. You will need the location code for the car parks, which you can find on the display boards. Please check all relevant signage before leaving your vehicle.
Coaches and buses are charged at the same price as cars.
Refreshments & SKOLARS 1995 BAR:
The Skolars 1995 Bar is located on the first floor of our Club House. The bar is open prior to the match and also after. The bar stocks a range of beers, wines, spirits, tea, coffee and soft drinks.
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