2025 Cup Match Road Traffic & Parking Notice
Traffic restrictions and parking plans will be in place for the 2025 Cup Match in St. George’s on July 31 and August 1 to ensure safety and manage traffic flow.
A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment wishes to inform the public of traffic restrictions and parking arrangements that will be in effect during the Annual Cup Match Classic 2025, to be hosted in St. George’s on Thursday, 31 July and Friday, 1 August 2025.
“To accommodate the anticipated influx of attendees and support the safe and efficient movement of pedestrians and vehicles in the area, specific road closures and no parking zones will be implemented daily between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
Key restrictions are as follows:
- Road Closures: Wellington Slip Road will be closed to all non-resident vehicular traffic from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on both event days. Please note that this roadway will operate as a one-way route in a clockwise direction during this time.
- No Parking Areas: No parking will be permitted between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. from the Swing Bridge to the western boundary of the Town of St. George’s, from Wellington Lane to Suffering Lane, and from Mullet Bay Road to Wellington Back Road. Additional no-parking restrictions will apply throughout the entire length of the Mullet Bay Road loop.
- Parking Arrangements: General parking will be available at Rocky Hill Park, Mullet Bay Park, and Penno’s Wharf. No public parking will be permitted within the Wellington Oval; access will be restricted to VIPs and invited guests of the St. George’s Cricket Club only.
- Bus Access: Designated bus-only zones will be established in the lay-bys near Mullet Bay Park and will be clearly marked.
“The Bermuda Police Service is authorised to close additional streets or regulate parking as necessary to manage safety and traffic flow during the event.
“Motorists and Cup Match attendees are strongly encouraged to plan accordingly, adhere to all signage and instructions from officials, and utilise the designated parking areas.
“These measures have been implemented to facilitate safe and orderly attendance at one of the island’s largest and most anticipated sporting and cultural events. Please refer to the Road Traffic Notice for full details.”
The full Cup Match Road Traffic Notice follows below [PDF here]:
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