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06 Sept 2025

WATCH: important garda information for Tipperary fans travelling to U20 All-Ireland Final

Latest garda advice urges Tipperary fans heading from Roscrea to go via Rathdowney to avoid N77 roadworks on the way to Nowlan Park

WATCH: vital garda information for Offaly fans to avoid roadworks on way to Nowlan Park

Tipperary fans travelling to UPMC Nowlan Park have been warned to give themselves plenty of time to get there as they will have to contend with two sets of roadworks and temporary traffic lights on their way to Kilkenny if they travel the N77 via Durrow. 

Latest information from Kilkenny GAA has warned fans of possible delays, with Tipp fans urged to take alternate routes by Kilkenny Garda Inspector Paul Donohoe. 

Fans have been advised to follow the signs and the directions of gardaí 

"There are two sets of roadworks with temporary traffic lights between Durrow and Ballyraggett - allow extra time," Kilkenny GAA advises. 

Tipperary fans have instead been advised to avoid the roads with traffic works. Those coming from South Tipperary are advised to come up the Clonmel Road and the Callan Road, with adequate parking 

For people coming from North Tipperary and West Offaly, Inspector Donohoe said a lot of people will be travelling via Roscrea. Major roadworks on the N77 near Ballyragget could cause delays, so people are advised to travel through Rathdowney and Johnstown and in through the Freshford Road, where there will also be car parking. 

Nowlan Park recently hosted 19,000 fans for the Kilkenny v Wexford clash which PRO Mary Morgan said was a good "dry run" for Saturday night's game. 

With a capacity 26,000 expected for Saturday night's game, Ms Morgan said that game gave them an opportunity to iron out any small issues ahead of the U20 All-Ireland final. 

Gates for the game will open at 5pm. 

Ms Morgan advised people to arrive early in Kilkenny, especially as the city is also hosting the Cat Laughs festival. 

A number of local clubs in Kilkenny will be providing parking and entertainment on the day as Kilkenny honours the 100th centenary of James Nowlan, who the ground is named after. 

O'Loughlin Gales - Eircode R95RX63 - will provide all day parking for €5. "Toilets, picnic benches, bar, lounge and live sports and a big O'Loughlin Gaels welcome! Gates open 11am," the club posted. 
Dicksboro GAA & Camogie Club will be providing parking facilities on Saturday evening at their James Park Pitch, which is located at the following Eircode: R95 PH97 James Park is located exactly 1.5km to Nowlan Park, so it's an approx 10 minute walk. The cost is €5.00 per car cash only

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