Be sure to get there early
By Matt Pitman

Saturday 12th November 2005

TERRAS fans are being urged to make the most of their big night against Nottingham Forest, writes Matt Pitman.

A sell-out crowd of 6,500 will be at the Wessex Stadium for Monday's televised FA Cup first round replay, kick off 7.45pm.

And Weymouth officials hope supporters arrive early at the Radipole Lane venue to soak up the atmosphere.

Chief executive Gary Calder said: "Our advice to supporters is please, please get here early and enjoy the occasion.

"Games like this don't come around too often and with that in mind we will be opening the turnstiles at 5.30pm.

"This gives supporters the chance to get a decent spot on the terraces and soak up all the atmosphere on what is sure to be a great night.

"With the game being televised by Sky Sports, any delay to the kick-off simply won't be an option which is why it vitally important people arrive in good time."

Terras fans can enter the ground via turnstiles one to six, with the 500 Forest supporters entering through turnstiles seven and eight. Parking at the Wessex Stadium is only available to those who have purchased £5 permits from the football club.

Calder added: `Anyone who has purchased a parking permit should clearly display it in their vehicles as they enter the car park.

"No vehicles will be allowed to enter the stadium complex without a permit."

A shuttle bus service to the stadium from Weymouth town centre will be in operation from 6pm onwards. Buses depart from the K7 bus stop on Weymouth Esplanade, near the Tourist Information Centre. Stops then include the Town Bridge, fire station, Ashton Road, Admiral Hardy and Fiveways.

A fleet of four buses have been hired for the service which will be operated by Weymouth FC Supporters' Club.

Extra catering facilities will in place at the ground, while a maximum of 300 supporters will be allowed into the Wessex Lounge bar from 5.30pm. The bar, which will operate a one-out, one-in policy, will remain closed at half-time.