Whilst we applaud the England players on the pitch, we should also take time to thank the many volunteers who keep things running all around Trent Bridge during internationals such as this Ashes fourth test.
We caught up with a number of volunteers who have been working all around the concourse to see what they get up to on a match day. listen below.
Around Trent Bridge throughout the test you will see a few merchandise stands selling an array of England clothes. From replica England shirts to three lion leisure shirts, you can choose from a range of clothing.
These England merchandise stands move around and are ever present at England international matches. Grab your England clothing or merchandise and get behind the boys!
The Trent Bridge shop is also open which does have some England clothing on sale, but predominately Notts CCC clothing and merchandise. So if you’re hoping for a bit of Trent Bridge memorabilia, the shop is situated behind the William Clarke stand.
After speaking to travelling Aussie fan Ross Arnold yesterday following the visitors dramatic collapse in the first session of the fourth Ashes test, we caught back up with him to grab his opinion again during this mornings session. Listen below.
A few records have already been broken in this test match, but for every batsman that scores more than 100 or a bowler that hauls more than five wickets in a Test match, they get their names put up on the board of honour in the Long Room at Trent Bridge.
Here is Dennis at work documenting Joe Roots 130 and standing underneath the board having completed Stuart Broad’s eight wickets.
Watching the Aussie batsmen fall yesterday, one after another at an unbelievable rate, my heart sank. As an Australian calling Nottingham home, I’ve been full of anticipation for the Investec Ashes Test at Trent Bridge this year.
In 2013, I had tickets to the second day and watched in awe as Ashton Agar scored his 98, and although we weren’t the victors on the day, it was still an exciting Test to watch.
This year, us Aussies are looking pretty dire, but when it comes to the Ashes in Nottingham, it’s about more than cricket. Now is the ideal time for visitors from down under to make the most of all my new hometown has to offer.
If the Test finishes early, which it’s more than likely to, we’ll have a glut of tourists in the city, looking for something to do, and they won’t be disappointed. From the Robin Hood Festival in Sherwood Forest to the beach in Old Market Square and a myriad of beer festivals, great restaurants and bars, and top attractions, visitors really will be spoilt for choice.
To Australians in town for the Test, I say the best way to drown your sorrows is by immersing yourself in all this fine city and county have to offer. Catch some outdoor theatre at Nottingham Castle or take a tour of the dungeons with Robin Hood himself.
Enjoy a drink in England’s oldest pub, Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem or check out award-winning city eateries such as Delilah and MemSaab.
See treasures from Chatsworth at Nottingham Contemporary as part of their special Grand Tour exhibition or visit the Galleries of Justice Museum and see the courthouse and gaol where prisoners were held being transported to Australia and the colonies.
For more sporting fun, see the Rugby World Cup trophy when it visits Nottingham’s Old Market Square on Sunday 9 August or visit Harvey Hadden Sports Complex and take in the Cerebral Palsy World Games.
Find out more about all you can see and do and access great discount offers for ticket holders at: http://www.experiencenottinghamshire.com/trent-bridge
England sponsors Waitrose are here at Trent Bridge for every day of the fourth Ashes test with pop-up stalls all around the ground.
As well as helping to feed the thousands of hungry spectators, they are donating £100 per boundary to the Broad Appeal charity, which is also here today looking for further support.
We caught up with one of the Waitrose stalls and asked more about its charity work during the fourth test.
When attending sporting fixtures it amazes me how diverse the choice there is nowadays in high-quality tasty food.
Here at Trent Bridge that is no different. This morning I was given the opportunity to speak with the man behind the operation of delivering this service to the 17,000-strong Trent Bridge crowd.
Andy Dixon, operations manager for P&G catering, is in charge of the catering operations and spoke to me about how important it is to deliver variety to the people watching and also to give the opportunity to the businesses in the area to come and sell their produce.
Gallops Farm has food outlets dotted around the ground and is selling locally sourced sausages and burgers. And Andy told me how proud he is to see Nottinghamshire food being sold at sporting venues.
He said: “It’s not always the case at sporting grounds, so to see locally sourced food being sold here is fantastic.”
Delivering high quality customer service, with great standards every time and high-end products being sold are the targets Andy and his team are trying to achieve and at the moment are keeping the Trent Bridge faithful happy.
Great food and Great cricket, what more could you ask for?
By Joe Cuthbert
As England pile on the misery in the morning session, lunch approaches, where the players leave the pitch for some food. This also gives the fans a chance to grab some grub before the cricket commences in the afternoon session.
There’s many options to tuck into with a selection of cuisine on offer all around the concourse. Along the back of the William Clarke stand you will find Fish and Chips, Burgers, and many others all in the area.
Standing just off the Trent Bridge Inn courtyard, a brightly coloured stand with exquisite smells awaits hungry cricket fans. You would have seen these chaps before if you’ve visited Trent Bridge for an international.
The Taste of India is the food stall is the stall in question. A selection of curries, meat and vegetable dishes are available, accompanied by rice and an option of a vegetable samosas. If you’re into your spicy or mild food, this could be the place for you.
They have 2 stands in the ground, the other one being situated under the fox road stand so if you’re looking to spice up the day, get down and fill your boots
If you like that, you’ll love this. The Taste of India also has a restaurant in Nottingham City centre, so make sure to pop in if you enjoy what they have on offer here at Trent Bridge throughout the fourth Ashes test.