The game itself was predictable, with Blackpool having a great start to the season and Plymouth being very poor. We were situated at the end of a row, alongside the netting separating us from the home fans. Updated 11:04, 26 FEB 2023. It was obvious that I did not know where to find my seat, and the fans were very happy to guide me to the right stand. I would thoroughly recommend going to Home Park. The rest of the ground was obviously full and looked decent. It was well worth visiting the broad esplanade which has great views of Plymouth Sound and various statues dedicated to Francis Drake and the Air Force. Plymouth, PL2 3DQ Telephone: Just keep walking straight along this road (A386) and you will eventually reach the ground on your right. On Monday morning, the Plymouth dressing room will not be home to players or coaching staff gearing up for a promotion push but rather National Health Service nurses welcoming the first wave of antenatal patients. Take the M5 to the South West and at the end of the motorway continue onto the A38 (The ground is well signposted from the outskirts of Plymouth on the A38). Beast from the East in pictures: Five years on from when Plymouth was hit by snow bomb. I enjoyed it immensely, but unless it's for some sort of ridiculous scenario (win to go up, win to stay up, or FA Cup Final for some reason staged at Home Park and featuring Colchester) it's simply too far for me to go to again. 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I think some exterior repair work might be going on. The stewards moved to sort this out quickly without provoking or escalating, matters. The away section is at one end of the ground and offers unobstructed views of the playing area. Charlton are in good form at the moment, performing well and we were expecting a winafter seeing us lose there on our visit last year. It has a row of executive boxes located in-between the two tiers. The food area was interesting as Plymouth had A4 sheets of paper thanking us for making the long journey and showing how many miles from Roots Hall our fans had travelled. We had a comfortable 3-1 win with a lucky deflected first goal but two great long distant shot goals sealing the win. After this game, the walk took on the mood of a slightly apprehensive route march but is a simple exit. There is a fairly large car park near to the Life Centre and some evidence of a Park and Ride facility near to the ground but at the time of writing, traffic was being frustrated by roadworks along the nearby Outland Road. Stevenage of League Two have launched a hotline for the over-70s to signpost services and offer food deliveries, with their chief executive, Alex Tunbridge, saying: We are no longer a football club at present. Plymouth went 1-0 up but Pompey equalised through Kyle Bennett. We werent too bothered as we had plenty of time so we walked past the Life Centre and across the road where The Brittania, a Wetherspoons pub, was located on the corner. As I say, there has been sometimes healthy tension. Product Code. All the pastry type food is supplied by Ginsters so no problems there. Weight. No vegan options in the ground but stewards and staff were all friendly so all was okay. The Club charges 2 for a weekend pass to enter, including on matchdays (kids accompanied by an adult are admitted free). Green and White Stripes Away Kit: I loved it personally, but it probably is well past its sell by date. Why were you looking forward to visiting the Home Park ground? We ensured a top up of fuel for the long journey home and decided to visit Plymouth Hoe a few miles away after following signs for the town centre and then the Hoe. Would go back but might be a while before Saints play there again! Over 65s and Students 16 We have been doing part of the fit-out process in parallel so the timeline is shortened for that. Thanks lads, it made all 990 of your fellow fans look like a bunch of thugs. I have to say the easiest away journey I have ever done. It became clear in those test events, back in early 2020, that seating comfort and the supporter experience in the concourses was not at the level we want to achieve for our supporters in the longer term. However, a word about the free car park it IS free, but it's not just Argyle's car park. When I looked around the Grandstand, and saw the faces of those fans who were steeped in Argyles history and heritage, and had dedicated too many Saturday afternoons, which they could dare to remember, to their beloved Pilgrims, and were now watching their hopes disappear down the league plughole, I began to earnestly feel for them. I took a diversion to Wembury beach for a couple of hours first to get some late summer sun and a swim. Responsibly, Map showing the location of Home Park, railway station and listed pub. It wasa long drive of over five hours, but I arrived just after noon and parked in the free car park adjacent to the ground. Family tickets bought on the day of the game cost 4 more (an additional Under 18 ticket rises to 8). The home supporters where friendly enough and didn't see any cause of trouble anywhere which is a good sign. The stewards I thought were excellent, actually I barely noticed them. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. boat seller and dental equipment maker are among firms going belly up, Plymouth's new Platinum Parkway explained and reviewed on its first day of opening. I arrived at Plymouth Station and took a right along Saltash Road under the railway bridge and to this roundabout in a suburb intriguingly called Pennycomequick. But again this car park fills up quite early and especially if there is an event also going on at the Life Centre. Contact Us About Us Privacy Policy Careers The Cornish pasty was lovely! When this road splits into two, keep on the left hand side (again signposted Plymouth) and after about a mile you will see the ground on your left. We found the away end after walking half way round the stadium. Telephone No: 01752 562 561. Work is progressing quickly at the Mayflower stand at Home Park and the football club is so confident of hitting targets for the . From providing an outstanding venue for match-day hospitality and non match-day events to acting as a temporary Mass Vaccination Centre, the Grandstand has already proven to be a vital and versatile asset for both the club and community since opening on New Year's Day 2020 - with over 50 events held in the venue, despite the challenges of COVID-19. Grass Club Nickname: The only downside is that the concourse can get a bit cramped, especially if there is a large away support in attendance. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. Despite the game we won 2-0 thanks to a Mcmanus header and a Franks volley in the 90th minute which sent the visiting fans very happy indeed. However, it will be interesting to file a match day report on 20th April 2014 because Argyle fans are enjoying the football that they see on a day by day basis. I decided to walk the 2 miles down to the Hoe and have a look around, eventually deciding to get a pint of local ale at the waterfront pub on the harbour. It is slightly odd-looking in terms that it has a larger lower tier, both in width and number of rows, compared to the upper tier and that the roof extends out forwards, but is insufficient to cover the whole lower tier, including the lower-tier wings. The second half was a lot better for us though as we gave Plymouth more of a contest and scored within 5 minutes of the restart to halve the deficit, but desire more chances that was the end of the scoring. Plymouth Argyle have given some of their facilities to the NHS during the fight against coronavirus. I know someone who lives in Portsmouth, so I stayed with them and walked to Fratton Park. In the away stand there was a great atmosphere from the 87 who made the journey from Sussex. As you come out of the station turn right and down the hill and under the railway bridge. Plymouth's Home Park set for revamp - The Stadium Business All the latest news, blogs, videos, and up-to-the-minute media coverage from all the leading voices in the global sports venue sector - all in one place. The match was really good and played to a high standard. I took the supporters coach for the game with my friends and a 9am departure saw us get off the coach at Home Park just after 2pm. To the left of us, a new Main Stand stand was being constructed so that wasnt particularly pretty and didnt help the atmosphere. Year Ground Opened: 1901. I would recommend staying over for a weekend if you can. There wasn't much traffic on the road and we arrived in Plymouth at 1pm. Given that one side of the pitch was flanked by an incomplete, unoccupied stand, the atmosphere was understandably a little subdued, but with both sides trying to play football, it got going after a slow start. So that, again, is all looking good as well.. In line with our Vision and Values, we will remain transparent throughout the process, and keep supporters informed as we make progress. Meanwhile, the space outside the grandstand will be used as a Food Fest area, with pop-up food stalls and live music on match days. Wanderers are pleased to confirm ticket information for supporters for the Papa Johns Trophy Final against Plymouth Argyle at Wembley Stadium on Sunday, 2 April (KO 3pm). Inside Argyle's new grandstand development as it's being built Plymouth Argyle's new 6.5millon grandstand - and its huge money-spinning banqueting hall - will be ready by Christmas 2019,. Home Park is a nice ground in a pleasant area, in a nice part of the country. Capacity: We mixed well with the Plymouth fans who were in the pub all friendlyand every one had a sing song, much to the unamused management who was trying to tell us to quieten down. Level Playing Field website. Only one of the fast food bars was in operation within the Grandstand selling usual football ground food and drink at a usual football ground price. The FREE car park out side of the Home Park ground was still half empty at 12 noon when we arrived, finding this was simplicity itself and would be even easier coming off the Devon express way A38. Ticket Office Contact Information. Help Football Ground Map launch websites for rugby and cricket, UEFA has moved this year's Super Cup from Kazan to Athens, A fan survey of over 11,000 people conducted in several European nations has revealed the top 10 ways supporters would like to improve their matchday experience, FC Barcelona have revealed expected matchday losses of 100m when they move to Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys next season, Villarreal return to El Madrigal after redevelopment, A new 10,000 seater stadium is to be built in Hunedoara, Romania. The weather was cold but sunny and roads were free of any delays. Wanderers will be allocated 38,834 tickets for the East End of Wembley Stadium. There is scope for Argyle to hand their entire stadium to the. I didn't talk to many home fans but the ones I chatted to were friendly. There is a steel structure to the outside of one stand which at first glance appears to be scaffolding but it may be modern architecture. No problem just a quick right and your heading back through the park towards the railway station and city centre. Then it received new seats and a roof. The Council Parking Wardens are out in force on matchdays, so you have been warned. Summary of overall thoughts of the day out: Overall it was a good day out despite the long trip there and back helped by the fact we won. On match days the space will be split into three areas, with 102 pioneers - because of the 102 who sailed on the Mayflower in 1620 - premier package buyers taking tables overlooking the pitch. Venue: Highbury Stadium. As you go past Home Park on your left and then the Life Centre, go through a set of traffic lights and at the next traffic lights turn left (signposted Life Centre) for the car park. Easy to find the ground coming into the town, I took a left just before then park and found some street parking about 7 mins walk from the ground at about 4pm. The away end was one of the best away ends in this League. Perhaps I should contact Herr Klopp with my thoughts on the teams! The Grandstand is set to partly re-open for matches this December, with it being fully re-open for the visit of Swindon Town on 1st January 2020. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc.. By this point I was considering the meaning of life, as a long journey home loomed. We will not see a deal of this scale for many years to come.". We had a look around the city centre and the Plymouth Hoe, a must do. "We have been talking extensively to the people who use Brickfields, as well as groups and individuals in Devonport, about what facilities and activities they want to see. Eventually we arrived at the Home Park ground at roughly 2pm. I disagree because I like stadiums with a bit of character and not just a concrete bowl with as much atmosphere as a hypermarket on a Sunday afternoon. Near to the pub is normally a van selling pasties, which looked to be doing a roaring trade on my last visit. For most matches the pub which is busy normally, has a queue of fans waiting to get in outside, but this is controlled by the security staff, so you dont normally have to wait too long to gain entrance. However the potential is there and I hope the Green Army see some progress in the short term. Think Twickenham pre its refurbishment in the 1990's and there you have it. Why you were looking forward to going to the ground (or not as the case may be): Argyle struggled to create any chances against the ten men and the crowd became very subdued. From the outside, the stadium looks rather impressive, however when you see the new stand whilst it is better than before it is still an eyesore to the rest of the ground. Home fans seemed okay. A brilliant breakfast the next morning before the six hourtrain journey back up north. We were already in Plymouth but used this guide to get directions to the stadium. The Board of Directors, in consultation with the clubs senior management team, have approved expenditure for a series of works to enhance both the aesthetics and facilities at Home Park, inside and out. In keeping with the naval tradition of the area, the teams emerge to the Royal Marines tune of Semper Fidelis. It has a capacity of 5,403. However, the stand does look somewhat unique and is certainly very different from the other sides of the stadium, giving Home Park some character. The Plymouth fans were passionate but not intimidating. Although the bank holiday traffic was horrendous! There is scope for Argyle to hand their entire stadium to the NHS, with the majority of the clubs 70 full-time staff working remotely while a skeleton team tend to the stadium. After Rotherham had scored, the atmosphere abruptly changed. The extensive new conferencing and hospitality facilities within the grandstand are seen by the club as key to increasing revenue which can then be spent on the playing squad. So a 2-2 drawand an entertaining game. However, this facility is now shared with a Plymouth City Centre Park & Ride scheme, which means on most Saturday afternoons the car park is normally full before 1pm. We came out of he away end, walked around to the other end of Home Park and our coach was there waiting for us. The away end was behind the goal and was one of the newer stands. Summary of overall thoughts of the day out. I heard what the locals we saying to each other, after the game, about idiots from London. The team at Stadia by GL events installed a stunning two-tier, 5,400-seater stand, complete with a steel frame roof in the club's emerald green colours, increasing the ground's overall capacity to 17,904. The club has already pencilled in the Vice Presidents Dinner, on December 21, 2019, as the first event in the large hall, followed by a New Years Eve ball. 'L' will indicate Lyndhurst Road Stand, and 'B' refers to the Barn Park End. Oh and we drew Exeter City in the first round of the league cup on the Tuesday night. Alternatively (except for night games) then Andrew Chapman suggests a more picturesque route: Finally I would recommend turning right into Central Park Avenue, at the roundabout just downhill from the station on the A386. Plymouth vs Portsmouth rivalry: Although not as fierce as their rivalry with Exeter, Plymouth consider Portsmouth to be a significant rivals; a lot of that is owed to their roots on the coast. The Pilgrims then relocated to a new home pitch on the edge of the city. When Plymouth scored a few minutes later another was thrown onto the pitch and a third fell short and hit a fellow fan. We are excited to reveal that the club will imminently embark upon a programme of planned stadium works to improve the look, feel, and visitor experience at Home Park. After beginning to realise that this match was more than just down to cheers and tears, I began to feel more attached to the home fans as the pre-match music blared out of the understated PA system. if we were ever to meet again the the league or a cup tie I would certainly consider it again. The old Mayflower Stand was being rebuilt and part of an old turnstile entrance was the only echo of the old-style ground. The ground appears from behind the trees and sits slightly embarrassed next to the grand complex of the Plymouth Life Centre. The rest ofHome Parkis a "wrap-around" and the fourth side (the old Mayflower Stand) needs sorting out, but that is easier said than done! After an hour, I tried to find somewhere to eat and a doorwoman plus a Police Liaison Officer suggested a chippy at the bottom of the road across the roundabout. Redevelopment of the main stand was put on hold until 2018. The referee had to make a very important decision fairly early doors and gave Sean Rigg for the visitors a straight red. In addition, a range of hot food is available too. Stewards were friendly, Bovril sound (at 2.50), toilets well maintained. The ground came into sight on our left as we arrived and appears smaller than it actually is. Three of the stands were demolished and completely rebuilt in 2001 leaving only the grandstand as part of the original stadium. easy! The excellent. 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