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Ground Name: London Road |
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| What's The Ground
Like? The Norwich & Peterborough South Stand (photo) What Is It Like For Visiting Supporters? Where To Drink? Moyes Terrace (photo) How To Get There By Car & Where To Park By Train The South Stand & London Road Terrace (photo) Admission Prices Ground Layout Programme & Fanzine Local Rivals Disabled Facilities Fixtures 2008-2009 Record & Average Attendance Fans Ground Reviews Hotel Accommodation Other Places Of Interest Feedback Return To The Main Menu |
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| What's The Ground Like? | |
| On one side of the ground is the Norwich & Peterborough South Stand, which was opened in 1996 and replaced a former open terrace. Encased in supporting tubular steelwork, the 5,000 capacity stand is an impressive sight. The two tiered stand, is covered and all seated. There is also a row of executive boxes running across its middle. The other side, the Main Stand, is a two tiered covered stand that is all seated. Both ends are covered terracing that look almost identical. They were given white roofs a couple of seasons back, in an effort to brighten up their appearance. However they both have a number of supporting pillars at the front of them, which could impede your view of the game. They do though give some charm to London Road, as these types of terraces are quickly disappearing from the football landscape in this country. Interestingly, there is an open air gap at the back of these terraces between the roof and the back supporting wall, which must mean that they can get a bit draughty in winter. In one corner of the ground between the South Stand and the London Road Terrace, is a Police Control Box. On either side of the Main Stand are two tall, old fashioned looking floodlights. The ground had a set of four at one time, but two were taken down when the new South Stand was built. | |
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| What Is It Like For Visiting Supporters? | |
| Just under 4,000 away fans can be accommodated in the Moyes Terrace, with a further 800 seats being made available to away fans in the Main (North) Stand. If however, only a small away following is expected, then the terrace is kept closed and away supporters are housed just in the Block A seats of the Main Stand. The Moyes Terrace has several supporting pillars, which may obstruct your view, but the acoustics of the covered terrace are good, lending to a good atmosphere. There are a good range of pies available including the delicious 'Football's Famous Chicken Balti Pie' (£2.20) available, plus roll over hot dogs (also £2.20). I found London Road to be a good and fairly relaxed day out. | |
| Where To Drink? | |
| Michael Howard a visiting Reading
Supporter informs me; 'The Cherry Tree pub on Oundle Rd is quite popular
with away fans. Although small it is a friendly pub. It costs £2 to park in their car park
but you get £2 off a beer if you present the parking ticket at the
bar'. Alun Thomas a visiting Wrexham supporter adds;
'We found a better bet than the Cherry Tree was the Palmerston Arms. It is
away fan friendly and has around 10 real ales on on offer. This pub is
situated around 100 yards further along Oundle Road on the opposite side'. Whilst Gordon Pearson recommends the Peacock, which can be found 'as
you come over the River Nene, proceed down London Road past the ground
on the left and the pub is situated on the right at the traffic lights
next to a KFC drive through'. Near to the ground is Charters, which is certainly worth a visit. This former Dutch barge, is moored on the River Nene, just a few minutes walk away from London Road, on the left hand side of the bridge, going towards the town centre. Upstairs is a Chinese restaurant, but downstairs there is a bar, which had on my last visit 12 real ales on tap. It was friendly enough and fans were able to take their drinks out onto the river bank, which makes it quite pleasant, when the weather is good. Alternatively, the ground is in walking distance (10 minutes) of the town centre (which is very pleasant and complete with a cathedral) where there are plenty of good pubs to be found. If you are arriving by train then the Brewery Tap near to the station on Westgate, is worth a visit. The home of Oakham Ales, this spacious bar serves good beer, Thai food and allows you views into the brewery itself. |
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| How To Get There By Car & Where To Park | |
| The ground is located on the outskirts of the
city
centre, on the A15 London Road. The ground is fairly well signposted around the town
centre. From the
North/West: From the South: There is a car park at the ground or otherwise there is a council pay &
display car park just off London Road (on your left as you pass the ground going towards
the town centre). |
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| By Train | |
| Peterborough station is around a mile away from the ground. Turn right out of station and follow the main road, passing an Asda store on your right. At the traffic lights near to Woolworths, turn right. Go over the bridge and you can see the floodlights of London Road, over on your left. It takes about 20 minutes to walk from the station to the ground. Thanks to Andrew Dodd for providing the directions. | |
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The Norwich & Peterborough South Stand & London Road Terrace |
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| Admission Prices | |
| Home Fans: Norwich & Peterborough South Stand Seating: Adults £20, Over 60's/Students £12, Under 16's £9, Under 10's Free* Main (North) Stand Seating: Adults £20, Over 60's/Students £12, Under 16's £9, Under 10's Free* London Road Terrace: Adults £15, Over 60's/Students £12, Under 16's £9 Away Fans * When accompanied by
an adult or senior. One free child per adult. |
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| Programme & Fanzine | |
| Official Programme £2.50 Blue Moon Fanzine £2 |
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| Local Rivals | |
| Cambridge United & Northampton Town. | |
| Disabled Facilities | |
| For details of disabled facilities at the ground please visit the relevant page on the National Association Of Disabled Supporters (NADS) website. | |
| Fixtures 2008-2009 | |
| For the Peterborough fixture list click here (to take you to the BBC Sports Website) | |
| Record & Average Attendance | |
| 30,096 v Swansea City, FA Cup 5th Round, February 20th, 1965. Average Attendance: 2007-2008: 5,995 (League Two) 2006-2007: 4,662 (League Two) 2005-2006: 4,364 (League Two) |
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| Fans Reviews Of London Road | |
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Tommy Madison (Rochdale) 11/8/07 Steve Bingham (Ipswich Town) 22/8/06 Jimmy Young (Ipswich Town) 22/8/06 |
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| Other Places Of Interest | |
| Peterborough is famous for its Cathedral, which is right in the centre of town. It is impressive both outside and in, with visitors welcome. You can of course at the same time, say a quick prayer for your team.... | |
| Hotel Accommodation | |
| If you require hotel accommodation in the area then first try a hotel booking service provided by Football Hotels who are powered by Activehotels, who specialise in locating accommodation near or within a short travelling distance of the football ground. They also have the added advantage over some other hotel booking services that you pay on departure. Yes this site will earn a small commission if you book through them, but it will go to help with the running costs of keeping the Guide going. To access their Peterborough page click here. | |
| Feedback | |
| If anything is incorrect or you have something to add,
please e-mail me and I'll
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the guide. |
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