Illustrative non-league ground; confirmed venue not yet supplied

Illustrative photograph · venue unconfirmed

05 / THE NORTH EAST

Under the floodlights

Date unconfirmed

Kick-off unconfirmed

Competition unconfirmed

Ground unconfirmed

Wrap up, find a spot by the rail and let the afternoon unfold.

Why go?

Wrap up, find a spot by the rail and let the afternoon unfold.

The journey

Pack a warm layer and check your return options carefully, especially if the confirmed kick-off is later in the day.

Before the match

Find somewhere warm for lunch, then head to the ground with time to take in the atmosphere.

After the whistle

Let the crowd disperse while you warm up over food. Keep an eye on that last connection.

The day-out plan

Travel to the town

Pack a warm layer and check your return options carefully, especially if the confirmed kick-off is later in the day.

Before the match & pub stop

Find somewhere warm for lunch, then head to the ground with time to take in the atmosphere.

Walk to the ground

Ground and walking route to be confirmed.

The match

Fixture, admission and kick-off to be confirmed.

After the match & journey home

Let the crowd disperse while you warm up over food. Keep an eye on that last connection.

Estimated cost

Estimate to be confirmed

Estimates only. Check fares, admission and availability before travelling.

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