I'd heard good things about Argyle, and have never met a nasty Argyle fan. Your email address will not be published. It took about half an hour to get on to the main road and we got home after 8pm with a half hour stop at Exeter Services. The ground came into sight on our left as we arrived and appears smaller than it actually is. To the left of us, a new Main Stand stand was being constructed so that wasnt particularly pretty and didnt help the atmosphere. Although Plymouth is a nice away trip, it's simply too far away for the majority of clubs in the UK, and unless staying over, a miserable trip home is a strong possibility due to Plymouth's strong squad. Plymouth won 1-0. Especially as Argyle had boasted long and hard when we slipped into the Conference that "We'll never play you again". Think Twickenham pre its refurbishment in the 1990's and there you have it. 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. 5. Light Green and White. We have left the door open for that to happen. The weather was cold but sunny and roads were free of any delays. A brilliant breakfast the next morning before the six hourtrain journey back up north. Inside it just looked like most new grounds but with green seats. Fratton Park is a huge ground for a League Two side. As you come out of the station turn right and down the hill and under the railway bridge. However, it is important to stress the word down, because it certainly is. After undergoing considerable development in the 1920s and 1930s, the ground suffered heavy damage in World War II. 11th August. The number of different trades that we have got in at the moment is I think testament to that. 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. At the moment the entire site is not being used as well as it should be. Plymouth Argyle's new grandstand development. The view from the away end is superb and seating was comfortable. The programme (3) had a large number of interviews/features that I wasn't able to work through in half-time, which was good news. On entering the ground it is quite impressive in size. Brand. The car park at the ground was great last year. "From small aesthetic changes to larger-scale improvements, we are fully committed to ensuring that the stadium is one that supporters are proud of, and offers the best possible experience for fans on a match-day, as well as for guests and clients using our excellent Mayflower Grandstand facilities. Plymouth vs Exeter rivalry: Clashes between Plymouth Argyle and Exeter are anything but peaceful events. HydePark Social Club can be found at: 5 St Gabriels Avenue, Peverell, Plymouth, PL3 4JQ (Location map). Just keep walking straight along this road (A386) and you will eventually reach the ground on your right. "We have a plan for sport that the city's clubs and organisations helped create and this proposal really fits the bill. I sat with the Newport fans in the away end. Bali Mumba on the ball for Argyle during the League One game away to Peterborough United at the Weston Homes Stadium on Saturday, February 25, 2023 - PHOTO: Steve Bond . The League Two club have handed over the use of their new grandstand with the boardroom temporarily moonlighting as a phlebotomy clinic. There are lots to see and do in pretty Plymouth. Originally built in 1893, the ground underwent an 11 million refurbishment programme during 2001, with 3 sides of the ground being entirely rebuilt. I can't comment on the pies/pasties as I ate before I came to the ground. Special thanks to Greensonscreen and Matthew Heffernan for providing the photos of the progress works of the refurbishment of the Grandstand at Home Park. Available to download from the App Store and Google Play . A great couple of days spent with my footy mad son, just a shame the players couldn't be bothered again. Parkinson said: Its a well-trodden path in terms of these types of test events. The only question was how we had managed to keep them to just 3 goals. At around 1pm, there were queues outside the pub with hungry fans from Yorkshire and Devon, waiting for a table, but if pub food is not quite your thing, there is the option of buying things from a small supermarket, and various local pasty firms, who make enterprising pitches with suitable meal deals to fill your stomach, but there is not much else. The pub was heavingwith barely room to moveand orderingfood wasn't an option! 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Living in the New Forest, we headed down the A35, A30, and then the M5 and A38. The League Two side have spent 6.5m knocking down the old wooden structure and replacing it with a modern new 5,403 seater stand complete with private boxes and conference facilities. Summary of overall thoughts of the day out. We found the away end after walking half way round the stadium. If anything is incorrect or you have something to add, please e-mail me at: contact@footballgroundguide.com and Ill update the guide. Getting away after the game was no problem as our coaches were parked directly outside the stand. 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. This will be a major conferencing and events space for Plymouth and the South West, said Christian Kent, Argyles head of conferencing and events. Best day so far as a Saints fan, and not a bad first away day for my brother, Plymouth is definitely worth a visit, nice ground and the fans I would imagine would be more friendly just circumstances on this day. Any new stadium or any new stand has to go through these things. With just over 900 season-tickets purchased in the upper tier of the Grandstand, and with a sizeable capacity at our disposal in the rest of the stadium, we feel it is best for the supporter experience to limit sales of individual match tickets in the upper tier of the Mayflower Grandstand at this stage, until such a time that remedial works are outlined and completed. Generally the food seemed better than average, but I did not understand why beers were all poured from cans on ordering, no wonder the queues were forming. It was the farthest ground that we would have to travel this season. The Johan Cruijff ArenA wants to make a difference both inside and outside the stadium with innovations, sustainable initiatives and social involvement. 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. Year Ground Opened: 1901. Another 200 or so platinum guests will sit in the middle area, and about 100 gold members will enjoy street food in the tables away from the pitch. Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Parkinson, said: "We are excited by the series of planned improvements at Home Park, and I am really looking forward to sharing what we have planned in the months ahead - as soon as the schedule of works is fully outlined. Thanks lads, it made all 990 of your fellow fans look like a bunch of thugs. Official 2023 Papa John's Trophy Final Matchday Programme Bolton Wanderers v Plymouth Argyle 2nd April 2023 WEMBLEY STADIUM. I hope Plymouth one day can make a newGrandstandthat issomething different to the rest of the ground, rather than the same look all the way round, perhaps put atwo tiered stand there. Plymouth havent always had a home ground. The only downside is that the concourse can get a bit cramped, especially if there is a large away support in attendance. It was extremely well organised by the Plymouth stewards. It was good for the travelling fans to gett a round of applause from the players before leaving. as some body mentioned earlier you can walk through the park up from the train station to the ground. The game itself was also frustrating with Pompey scoring a great goal but then conceding shortly afterwards, and ending up having to settle for a point when all 3 were really needed. We have got a good relationship. There was a good atmosphere and despite the open side of the ground, we could still hear singing from the home crowd. Peterborough United are back in action at the Weston Homes Stadium on Saturday afternoon with in-form Plymouth Argyle the visitors in Sky Bet League One action (3pm) as Darren Ferguson's men look to build on last Saturday's 3-0 victory at Morecambe. I was not impressed with the stewarding at all! Toilets were in good condition. Once in the stand, there isn't loads of leg room and the flooring is uneven in places, so I had to watch my step. Booking train tickets in advance will normally save you money! Oh and we drew Exeter City in the first round of the league cup on the Tuesday night. They was a fair located next to the stadium (whether that's on in winter months is a different matter!) It's ironic that the winners of the replay will travel to play my lot at Anfield in the third round! 2018-2019: 9,852 (League One) The Plymouth fans were passionate but not intimidating. Between 2011 and 2016, the club only leased Home Park from the city of Plymouth. The entry fee was 2, the beer and food cheap and entertainment provided. Nice, love breathing these things in, Mrs Butler was not impressed, "does this happen often at away games?" We were already in Plymouth but used this guide to get directions to the stadium. But the noise just louderand he left with his tail welland truly between his legs! Posh host Plymouth Argyle at the Weston Homes Stadium in Sky Bet League One action on Saturday afternoon (3pm). 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. Papa John's Trophy. The game itself was mostly forgeable. Meetings between the two are known as The Dockyard Derby or Battle Of The Ports. MyGround Number: 66 of the 92. After this game, the walk took on the mood of a slightly apprehensive route march but is a simple exit. Grass Club Nickname: I sat in The Lyndhurst Stand from where the view is very good, apart from having to look at the Mayflower Stand opposite! After stopping a bemused student who seemed alarmed at my sudden entry into his life, I carried on across the roundabout up the hill (Alma Road,) past endless Saturday morning buses heading into Plymouth, and obeyed the sign and took my directions across Central Park towards the football ground. Match preview: Plymouth Argyle (A) 17 February 2023. Last year the club posted record revenues in excess of 11m and are projecting to top that figure this season thanks to a run which has seen them go second in League One and eye promotion to the Championship. And the long journey back began, eventually getting home by 11pm, what a day! I wasn't overly confident that Argyle would win but I was still anticipating a good game. Family Ticket 1 Adult + 1 Under 18 27 If Plymouth are playing your team, who are a known rival for the Pilgrims, it is possible that you will be taken a different way back towards the city or your transport home. Probably the best bet is the Britannia which is a sizeable Wetherspoons outlet and around a 10 minute walk away from the ground (from the car park outside the football ground, turn left and the pub is down the road on the right hand corner). Great support from the locals and plenty of good bars to head back to in town.. Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting Home Park? Concerns about getting away after the game were unfounded and I was back on the road north within a few minutes. It took us just over 2 hours to get home. We went the coastal route (M27, A31, A35, A30, M5 & A38) arriving at Home Parkat 12:45pm after a stop at Bridport. I think each team only had maybe one shot each on target, in the bright sunshine. The Marsh Mills stadium became Plymouths ground for the next decade. The away end was one of the best away ends in this League. 1. If things go according to plan then the stand will be fully open for the League Two fixture against Swindon Town on January 1st, 2020. This ground is rather impressive and when Plymouth scored the acoustics were really good. 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. '.Please note this pub is not near the Plymouth ground or railway station. The result usually determines our thoughts so a hard earned draw was satisfactory, but the glorious sunny weather despite being cold and the visit to Plymouth Hoe ensured a memorable day. Also, having done Plainmoor Torquay and St James' Park Exeter, this was my ticking off of the west country league grounds. The game went to plan for Saints. Plymouth Argyle - Home Park. It was then a two hour trip to our overnight stop in Bristol, making the days total travel time 10 and a half hours. No vegan options in the ground but stewards and staff were all friendly so all was okay. Each s ide took a positive approach to the game but given that Colchester's centre back Prosser always reminds me of the scarecrow from the Wizard of Oz in terms of coordination I didn't feel totally confident we'd be able to keep out the Argyle forwards. It had been a hectic day and a bit rushed, would prefer a Saturday game but enjoyed it and had a couple of pints with the locals in a pub outside the ground on the roundabout until throw out and went back to my digs for good sleep. FLEETWOOD TOWN. Plymouth went 1-0 up but Pompey equalised through Kyle Bennett. The atmosphere was very friendly with no idiots about, plenty of banter and both sets of fans intent of having a laugh without any hostilities. 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