Much like most modern, out of town grounds. [2] 1935, when the likes of Stanley Matthews was beginning to draw in the crowds, the Butler Street Stand was built, giving seating to 5,000 people. The ground stands out on top of a hill although looks tiny compared to the Stadium of Light which is nearly twice it's size. I only wanted to get about six seats, so I bought a catalogue for the auction and when I phoned up I was told there'd been no bids on the seats," he told the Sentinel 10 years later. Being hungry I decided to look for somewhere to eat, but not seeing anything on the way I decided to grab something inside the stadium. You just seem to get stuck in never ending queues of traffic trying to get away, and it takes an eternity to get anywhere. The atmosphere in the away end was absolutely superb, we out-sung the Stoke fans for the entire game. Dave Harold yes, that Dave Harold the snooker pro was happy to be nostalgic. We enjoyed a great view of the Stadium which is elevated, as we walked up from where I had parked. Stoke. It looked pretty standard from the outside, nothing particularly special. For a change, I tried instead using the shuttle buses from Glebe Street near Stoke Railway Station, and was well rewarded for my effort. He went on to play 217 (+1) games for the Hatters, but the arrival of Paul Jones prior to the 199/97 season saw him relegated to the bench for that campaign, (he started in only 2 of the 67 games). Now, where are the Tottenham Hotspurs U23 playing next? I never ventured in there but it was a traditional terrace, roofed to ensure a good atmosphere. I found the separate gated/fenced compound to the away end intimidating and not a very friendly welcome. Some advising where to park at the ground. I mean it didnt spoil the day, obviously, but I like a little memento from my away days. Would definitely go by train again, even though the town centre itself offers so few options for food etc. It was just Alan Irvines luck really and he was relieved of his duties shortly after the game. Today's crossword puzzle clue is a cryptic one: Fan might get this seat in Stoke Citys original ground. It was a really good day out for my first visit I'd go back again when we play them next season. If arriving from the M6, follow signs to the Bet365 Stadium on the A50. I did think the West Stand was also too far away from the edge of the pitch but was the nicest looking side of the ground. Car parking also was straightforward as we parked in a local car park that's free. Approaching the stadium, it looks impressive enough like most newer stadiums do. There is a pub right next to the ground called "The Harvester", it is very family friendly, with a mix of home and away support. As it was a 19:00 kick off we didn't have time for anything else and sadly the club shop was closed. 10 minutes after the re-start Heidar was at it again and increased our lead to 3-1. Its a stadium with a good atmosphere like your attending a proper football match, unlike our trips to Fulham and Wigan this season (which felt like entering Lords Cricket Ground). Certainly better than being stuck in the car park for 45 minutes. Flat Iron Square themselves advise against bringing your dog in the evenings as it can . There weren't enough shuttle buses so you had to decide whether to wait until they came back or walk. Big bonus was the two barges moored next to the bridges to the ground selling beer and delicious oatcakes. The atmosphere was in itself volatile at times, with the locals enraged by some of the referee's decisions. It took a good 50 minutes to get out of the car park! I drove up from Hampshire so it was pretty straightforward up and down the M40/M6. I can hear the echoes every time i look at this one Stanley Matthews Way, Stoke On Trent, ST4 4EG Telephone: It is quite good but the openings in a couple of the stadium corners can let a chilling breeze through. You can also park at the Harvester itself for a cost of 3. As a middle aged fella in not exactly the tip top health this could not have gone better: very decent pub; excellent transport; excellent policing and stewarding; fantastic view and atmosphere in the ground and a 2-0 win. As for the stewards, YouTube clips of them crowd surfing the away fan say everything there is to tell- they accepted what this victory meant to Wolves and managed it accordingly. Aug 21, 2016 - Victoria Ground, Stoke City in the 1980s. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc.. With its warm atmosphere, nice wallpaper and unlimited salad refills, who could possibly say no!? They were expecting 1000 Millwall supporters. The away end, named on the ticket as The South Stand, is a large, single tiered stand. The stewards were nice enough, there decent facilities and the food inside the ground not too bad. a bit different. Shame to see it go. In the Summer of 2016, the stadiumwas renamed the bet365 Stadium, in a six-year corporate sponsorship deal. The club moved to the Victoria Ground in 1883. The most famous at that time was Bryan Robson, the then England captain. Away fans were at one end of the ground behind the goal. The VenueBar (or to give it its full name the Leek Road Venue Bar/Verve) can be accessed before reaching the Terrace Bar by turning right off Leek Road (opposite Boughey Road) and walking down the pedestrianisedpathway. We spent a couple of hours at a couple of pubs (White Star, Bull and Bush and London Road Ale House). Parking wise I was a little cheeky, I looked up a parking space about 25 minutes from the ground using the 'just park' app, but from the google street view I could see there were no restrictions on that road. Arnautovi was given his marching orders just after 20 minutes for a foul on our record signing, Moroccan winger Sofiane Boufal. There are 28 seats in the main stand, If these are all used and you need to sit, please ask a high-viz safety rep for a chair. . With visitors below and home fans above it was potentially a recipe for trouble. Plus it was an opportunity to meet up with an old friend to watch the game. If you discover one of these, please send it to us, and we'll add it to our database of clues and answers, so others can benefit from your research. There are return buses after the game back to Glebe Street from behind the Sentinel (East) Stand. At least the bet365 Stadium isanother ground off my list and I would be happy to revisit one day. What you did before the game pub/chippy. Boro fans showed some disquiet to the team and manager as they went in for half time and during the second half. When: 12pm-9pm (Mon), 12pm-12am (Tues to Fri), 11am-12am (Sat) and 10am to 8pm (Sun). At one point it was looking like Id be flying solo, but an old school friend came to my rescue when an off-chance facebook message confirmed he was also going and was looking for someone to go with. consigned both to the Play-Offs, with the positioning bringing them together There was a good mix inside of home and away fans with no bother whatsoever. The ball got kicked deep into the stand and there was no one in it so I jumped in and start shinning up one of the tunnel walls from the bottom, not thinking to walk to the top of the tunnel and just jump into the stand. I caught it on Glebe Street and it cost 3 return. Four decent stands, though the position of the ground standing four square to the elements means that the slightest breeze can feel like a gale, and today was no exception. Overall it was a good night out and I'd be more than happy to return. Not really fair to comment on atmosphere, there wasnt really one, but there never is for a friendly. Overall two points lost and I think every Stoke fan almost sympathised that we didn't win. Both sides had plenty of chances and Wilshere was the stand out performer. The ground remained this way for 30 years during which time Stoke had become members of the Football League. 15 quid to watch a glorified kickabout was my dads way of politely declining my offer. The corners on 3 sides are open which allows a cold swirling wind in, which can be biting. Your credit card or PayPal account will be charged. Andrew a visiting Swansea City fan informs me; We parked at the nearby Harvester pub/restaurant across the road from the stadium. These have been scanned. Paying 40 plus your travel to watch your team not even trying is a kick in the teeth. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, toilets etc.. We beat them at the Den but they have a new manager. this link, Supporting Stockport County: From Carlisle to Brighton and Plymouth to Blyth, ONLY 10 GAMES OVER 5 YEARS BUT A TRULY BITTER RIVALRY. Seating view photos from sports and concert stadiums, arenas and theaters around the world. We passed a van selling fish & chips on the way back so decided a bit of late night snacking in order as we sat in the car waiting for traffic to get going. I had done my research so had an option of getting a bus or walking from the station depending on weather. It was not. We weren't sure the buses back to Stoke would get us back in time for our 17.50 train. Everything including the attending police were light hearted with lots of banter. Leg room in the stand was adequate and the view was good. All the Stoke fans that we spoke to were nice enough. The stadium isn't particularly pretty and the lack of corners certainly take away from the ground. There is a gap between the away end and the double-decker Main Stand so the wind whistles through and I would recommend bringing a hat and gloves with you in the winter. Boothen End: The exit for County fans was to the rear of the standing enclosure and this was barred by the local constabulary who had deemed it appropriate to require us to stay behind whilst the streets around the ground cleared. Support for the County faithful came from our right as the strains of Were all going to Wembley came from the window of the away team dressing room, which opened up onto the paddock in front of the main stand. Despite the result still enjoyed the game (if just the first half). In all honesty, we could've played all night and not scored, the final score being no goals apiece. It was a good day, not a lot to do around the Britannia which was a shame, so it wasn't really a day out, more of travel, football, travel. Jon Walters gave Stoke the lead early in the second half before Jonny Howson leveled things up 6 minutes later. How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking? We set off from Scunthorpe in plenty of time after a breakfast in our local McDonalds, The journey down was steady following the M1, A38 and the A50. Full Time: Stoke City 3-1 Norwich City It wasnt intimidating in my opinion but loud. The atmosphere was a bit unusual with Stoke fans looking to next season and enjoying the match like a pre-season friendly. There was lots of traffic on the way out of the car park, which we were stuck in for about 15 minutes. Why you were looking forward to going to the ground (or not as the case may be): I was looking forward to mainly hearing the mighty Potters support. The first season at the new ground was a bad one as Stoke were relegated from the First Division, losing 5-2 at home to Manchester City on the final day of the season, with the visiting side also going down after the relegation-threatened sides above them all won their final games. I now wish we could have developed it for a better situation and atmosphere. We decided to just eat in the stadium. At Burslem there is a choice of several decent pubs selling real ale. The land of Robbie Williams, Phil Taylor, andwell yeah, the Potteries. 1960), H. Cholmondeley-Pennell Modern Fishing Salmon & Trout Book 1901, Illustrated Catalogue Of Electrical Materials, James A. Henshall Black Bass Angling & Fly Fishing Tools Tackle & Implem, Wright And Ditson's Catalogue Of Fine Athletic Goods, Modern Fishing Lure Collectibles Volume II, 2023 - WorthPoint Corporation | 5 Concourse Parkway NE, Suite 2900.