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England men v Australia at Lord’s: tickets, dates and planning guide
England men v Australia meet at Lord’s from 30 June–4 July 2027. Choose your match day, find the seat that suits your group and organise the journey around the cricket. This guide brings together the official buying route, daily prices and the stands to compare before you book.
Ashes Test 2027
Dates and session times
The scheduled match runs for 5 days. Play is listed for 11:00. Gate opening is 09:00. The match’s detailed session and interval timetable is TBC; use the club’s match-day information for lunch, tea and the expected close before arranging a fixed evening connection.
A ticket covers its booked day, not the whole Test. Arrive before play for the bag search and finding your block. Use the gate named on your ticket.
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How and when tickets are released
The public ballot is open until 26 October 2026. Enter MCC’s ballot now; ordinary Test tickets are not yet on public sale. Follow MCC’s ballot result and payment instructions afterwards.
Ticket status checked: 19 October 2026
Official current ticket information
MCC’s public ballot for 2027 internationals opened on 2 September and closes on 26 October 2026. It is free to enter without card details. First-round results follow in early November, with buying windows from 17 November; unclaimed seats may reach a second round. Members’ public-stand priority is a separate allocation: Full MCC Members have a window from 10:00 on 27 October to 17:00 on 29 October, followed by other eligible groups from 30 October to 3 November. The Members’ Friends’ Enclosures ballot is another route for those enclosure seats. MCC has given both 10 and 15 December for general sale, so check the official ticket site before the day.
Use MCC’s official ticket site for seats, deadlines and current availability. Pay within your allocation’s window. Buy the ticket before committing to accommodation.
| Day and date | Adults | Under-16s |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 · Wednesday 30 June | £100–£195 | £25–£50 |
| Day 2 · Thursday 1 July | £100–£195 | £25–£50 |
| Day 3 · Friday 2 July | £100–£195 | £25–£50 |
| Day 4 · Saturday 3 July | £100–£195 | £25–£50 |
| Day 5 · Sunday 4 July | £25 | £5 |
Prices depend on the seat category shown when you book.
Last checked: October 2026
Day five tickets are £25 for adults and £5 for under-16s.
Day five is a separate booking and the match may finish earlier; read that day’s terms before paying. Compare the concession conditions, any booking fee and the precise category. A premium package can cost more than an ordinary public seat, so compare what is included rather than just the headline price.
Use MCC’s own resale platform through tickets.lords.org when activated. Its digital-ticket FAQs describe resale for sold-out days, with repayment only after another customer buys the ticket. The 2027 terms leave eligible match days to MCC. Check the official ticket site for resale availability. Avoid unauthorised resale sites.
Full ticket categories and conditions · Ballots and official resale
Your ticket on the day
Your digital tickets are in the Lord’s app. Only the original purchaser can request a replacement; the Test match ticket office is open from gates opening until the close of play. Ask MCC before travelling if you need help with ticket access or concession ID.
Children and age rules
Under-16 tickets cover children aged 15 and younger, and children aged 14 and younger must attend with an adult ticket holder. Children aged three and over need a ticket; babes in arms are free if they do not occupy a seat. Ask MCC about hospitality age limits and the ID needed at bars before booking. Taking the family
Buy tickets from the club’s official ticket office or the resale platform named by that seller. Use the official resale route and read Action Fraud’s ticket fraud advice.
Paying at the ground
Lord’s is cashless, so bring a payment card. There is no cash machine at the ground.
Sources: MCC: Lord’s ticket FAQs · MCC: plan your day at Lord’s · MCC: Lord’s match-day FAQs · MCC: accessibility at Lord’s · National Rail: London Marylebone station · Heathrow Airport: rail connections · National Express: coach stations
Which stand to choose for this match
Start with the kind of day your group wants. Grand: shade under cover; check the row. For atmosphere, compare A Test morning and the historic Pavilion. Roof cover and the direction of the seats both matter: a covered row can still catch low sunlight. Check the actual tier, block and row before buying, especially if shade is important for children or a full day outside.
Allen Stand
From Allen, your view runs towards the Nursery End from an angled Pavilion End position. Roof cover varies during redevelopment. It gets the morning sun, and the covered seats are in the shade after lunch. Allen will appeal to eligible members’ guests who love the Pavilion End setting and want to watch towards the Nursery End.
Compton Stand
Compton occupies the northern side of the Nursery End, beside Edrich and the Media Centre. There are three roofed tiers, with exposed pitchside seating. The covered seats are in the shade in the morning, and the stand catches the sun after lunch. You’ll love Compton if following a bowler’s approach is your favourite part of cricket.
Edrich Stand
Edrich curves around the northeast corner of Lord’s, on the other side of the Media Centre from Compton. Edrich has three roofed tiers, with exposed seating close to the field. The covered seats are in the shade in the morning, and the stand catches the sun after lunch. Edrich is a rewarding choice for anyone who likes following the bowling line while keeping the whole field in view.
Grand Stand
From the northwest side of Lord’s, Grand lets you watch the action across the square. All lettered rows and numbered rows from 11 upwards are covered. It gets the morning sun, and the covered seats are in the shade after lunch. Grand is a lovely choice for spectators who enjoy watching the shape of the match across the whole field.
Mound Stand
Mound sits along the southeast side of the ground, between Edrich and Tavern. Lettered rows A–E and numbered rows from 16 upwards are covered; numbered rows 1–15 are open. The covered seats are in the shade in the morning, and the stand catches the sun after lunch. Mound will appeal to anyone who enjoys following shots across the square and watching the fielders work along the boundary.
Tavern Stand
Tavern occupies the southern side of Lord’s, between Mound and Allen. The lower and concourse seating is open; the rear upper rows are covered. The covered seats are in the shade in the morning, with a mix of sun and shade after lunch. Tavern is an inviting choice for eligible members’ guests who like looking towards the Nursery End from the Pavilion End side.
Warner Stand
Warner sits between the Pavilion and Grand on the west side. Warner is partly covered, with exposed ground-level positions. It gets the morning sun, and the covered seats are in the shade after lunch. Warner is a good fit for eligible members’ guests who enjoy a side-on view from the Pavilion side of Lord’s.
Day by day: what to expect
Day 1 is for the opening spell and the start of the contest. With the occasion of an Ashes morning comes a busy arrival period: give your journey some breathing room and find your seat before play. Arrange a meeting point outside if your group arrives separately; a ticket gate is an awkward place to organise everyone’s plans.
Days 2 and 3 let you follow the developing match. Pack permitted food, a refillable bottle, sun protection and a waterproof. Use lunch and tea for a walk, and return to your row between overs so you do not interrupt someone following the ball.
Day 4 can bring a deciding session. Trent Bridge publishes a cheaper day-four tariff; other grounds differ. Compare the daily table, and keep plans flexible because the match can finish early.
Day 5 is the lowest published standard daily tariff at Lord’s, Edgbaston and Trent Bridge. The Oval’s tariff is TBC. It can be a useful way to experience a Test on a smaller ticket budget, provided you are comfortable with the possibility of an early finish. Check the release route for that day and keep travel bookings separate from the admission refund terms.
If rain interrupts play, stay with the ground’s announcements. A reduced day may continue after the originally expected interval or close, so avoid treating the planned timetable as a fixed departure time. Refund eligibility depends on the number of overs, the day and the ticket terms; some final-day conditions differ from the earlier days. Hotel and train costs are separate from a match-ticket refund. Read the rain and refund comparison before paying, and retain the confirmation for the correct claim route.
Getting there on a sell-out day
Plan the journey to your gate, including the final walk and the crowd after play. Check transport services and save your digital ticket before leaving home.
St John’s Wood on the Jubilee line is the nearest Tube, with a ten-minute walk in MCC’s travel guide. Baker Street is listed at eighteen minutes, Marylebone at twelve, Warwick Avenue at seventeen and Edgware Road or Paddington at twenty. Allow time for crossings, queues and searches.
MCC suggests St John’s Wood for Grand or Compton seating, Baker Street for Mound or Edrich, and Warwick Avenue or Edgware Road for the Pavilion, Warner, Tavern or Allen. From St John’s Wood, the station address is Wellington Road; follow the ground signs and your ticket’s gate instruction. Follow MCC’s walking directions from the station.
If you need step-free travel, an accessible seat, companion admission or a drop-off arrangement, settle those details with the ground before buying the rest of the trip. The nearest station and the most suitable accessible route are not always the same choice. Read the ground’s accessibility guide for the published contacts and routes.
Getting home
The published Test guide gives an 18:00 finish. Play can finish early or run late. Use Marylebone for Chiltern services, or travel to Paddington and other London termini for longer connections. Book a licensed taxi in advance if you need a car after play, agreeing a safe collection point with the driver. Check your last train in the National Rail journey planner and allow time to leave the ground.
Where to stay and when to book
Buy the match ticket before committing to a room. Compare cancellation terms, especially for later days. A nearby hotel helps with early arrival; a central base may suit your evening plans. Check the route back after play.
Compare three styles of stay: Travelodge London Central Marylebone for a budget-chain search, Danubius for a full-service mid-range comparison, and The Landmark London for a premium stay by Marylebone. Prices change with demand, so compare your dates before booking.
Hotels near Lord’s
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Travelodge London Central Marylebone
Marylebone; MCC lists a 12-minute walk from Marylebone station to Lord’s.
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St John’s Wood, by the ground; walk to the gate named on your ticket.
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The Landmark London
By Marylebone station; MCC lists a 12-minute walk from the station to Lord’s.
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Last checked: October 2026
Ashes Test FAQs
- When is the Ashes Test at Lord’s?
England men v Australia play from 30 June–4 July 2027.
- When do tickets go on sale?
The public ballot is open until 26 October 2026. Enter MCC’s ballot now; ordinary Test tickets are not yet on public sale. Follow MCC’s ballot result and payment instructions afterwards.
- Is there a ballot?
The free public ballot closes on 26 October 2026. Members have a separate priority route.
- How much are tickets?
The published first-day adult guide is £100–£195. Under-16s: £25–£50. Check the daily table and the official seat category.
- What time does play start?
11:00 is the published start. Gates: 09:00. The detailed 2027 session timetable is TBC.
- Can I buy a day-five ticket?
See the day-five tariff above and the official ticket listing for its release route. The match can finish earlier.
- What happens if it rains?
The match’s refund conditions depend on overs played and the day booked. Read the ground’s terms and our rain guide; transport and accommodation costs are separate.
- Which stand suits a family?
Grand: shade under cover; check the row. Compare the stand guide and check the actual row and access route before booking.
- Do I need to print my ticket?
Your digital tickets are in the Lord’s app. Only the original purchaser can request a replacement; the Test match ticket office is open from gates opening until the close of play.
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