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BOREHAM WOOD - Saturday 30th October 2021 - 3.00pm kick-off

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BOREHAM WOOD - Saturday 30th October 2021 - 3.00pm Kick-Off

Meadow Park

Capacity:
5,000 (Seats 1,700)
Address: Broughinge Rd, Boreham Wood, WD6 5AL
Pitch Size: 110 x 77 yards
Pitch Type: Grass
Club Nickname: The Wood
Year Ground Opened: 1963
Home Kit: White and Black

Record Attendance

4,030 v Arsenal
Pre-Season Friendly 13th July 2001

Average Attendance
2018-2019: 718 (National League)
2017-2018: 655 (National League)
2016-2017: 477 (National League)

Details shown are from the Footballgroundguide site

WHAT IS IT LIKE FOR VISITING SUPPORTERS?

Normally fans are not segregated at Meadow Park. If segregation is in force the away supporters are mostly housed in the South Terrace at one end of the ground. This open terrace, which is located close to the playing action, has around eight steps and is split into two areas behind the goal and either all or half the terrace can be allocated. In addition, half of the modern West Stand (towards the South Terrace) is also allocated to visiting supporters and around 600 fans can be seated in this area. The relatively new West Stand enjoys good views of the playing action, has ample leg room for most and the spectator facilities are good too.

Usually, a visit to Meadow Park is a relaxed and enjoyable day out. However with the Club having generally smaller attendances for this level of football, then the atmosphere within the stadium can sometimes be lacking. Hot food and drinks are available in-between the two sections of the South Terrace from a mobile catering unit called the ‘Lunch Box’.

WHAT IS THE STADIUM LIKE?

The overall look of Meadow Park has improved with the building of a new covered terrace at the North End of the stadium. Opened in 2019 this medium sized terrace replaced a former open one. Known as the North Bank, it is quite smart looking, although it is set back from the pitch perimeter. On one side of Meadow Park is the smart looking West Stand that was officially opened by Arsene Wenger in 2014. This stand has a capacity of 1,200 seats and is covered. It is quite steep, meaning that fans are kept close to the playing action. There is a 'plinth' area above the stand which is used as a television gantry, which gives the stand an interesting look. The opposite is the Main Stand, which again is a modern looking all seated stand, that has a capacity of 500 and is covered. It runs for around half the length of the pitch and sits astride the halfway line. Like the modern West Stand it is free on any supporting pillars, giving a good view of the playing action. The team dugouts are situated in front of this stand.

The South End has portions of open terrace and flat standing areas. In the South East corner of the stadium, there is a rather tall and ugly looking mobile telephone mast, but it has been put to good use, serving also as one of the four floodlight pylons. In the North East corner of the stadium is a small club shop which is housed in a temporary building. On top of this is mounted a small electric scoreboard. Meadow Park is also used by Arsenal Ladies FC for their home games as well as Watford FC reserves.

WHERE TO DRINK?

At Meadow Park itself is the Three Lions Bar, but this is normally for home fans only. However, Meadow Park is only a 5-10 minute walk from the town centre where there are plenty of pubs and eating places to be found, including a Wetherspoons outlet called the Hart and Spool, on Shenley Road. Also on Shenley Road is the Wishing Well pub, that has the added benefit of showing televised sports.

To find the town centre from the ground then simply from the top of the Meadow Park access road (called Broughinge Road) turn left. At the roundabout turn right onto Shenley Road and this leads into the centre.

DIRECTIONS AND CAR PARKING

Leave the M25 at Junction 23 and take the A1 towards London. Then leave the A1 at the first turn off and take the A5135 towards Boreham Wood. Continue along the A5135 towards the town centre, going straight across at the first small roundabout and at the next large roundabout, take the second exit onto Brook Road (signposted Boreham Wood Football Club). Then take the next right into Broughinge Road and the ground entrance is down on the right.

Car Parking

There is a car park at the ground, but this is only for players and Club officials. A few minutes walk from Meadow Park is the Brook Road 'pay and display' car park, which costs £2.20 for three hours, £3.20 for four hours or £5.20 for all day. The car park is free after 6.30pm and on Sundays. Please be aware that in the streets around the stadium a residents only parking scheme is in operation, so please check lamp posts for warning signs of this before parking up.

BY TRAIN

The nearest railway station is Elstree & Boreham Wood which is located just under one mile away from Meadow Park. The station is served by trains from London St Pancras and Luton.

As you come out of the station entrance bear left and walk up to the main road. Turn right into Shenley Road and proceed along the High Street, until you reach a small roundabout. Turn left at the roundabout into Eldon Avenue (there is a McDonalds over on the right of this road). At the bottom of Eldon Avenue turn right into Brook Road and the entrance to the ground is down on the left. The journey from the station should take around 15-20 minutes.

Very Regular trains from London St. Pancras take about 25 minutes to Elstree and Boreham Wood and cost £13.90 return for an off-peak travelcard.

Tickets can be bought on line at the following link:

BY COACH

We are extremely lucky two have two different independent coach services to away games,

BLUES ON TOUR details will be published as soon as known

SHRIMPERS TRUST
. details will be published as soon as known


TICKETS


Ticket Information will be posted as soon as available
 
BY COACH

We are extremely lucky two have two different independent coach services to away games,

BLUES ON TOUR

Seats for Blues on Tour members at £15 per seat.

To book a seat(s), please reply to this post with name(s) of members travelling and your chosen Pick up point.

We will "LIKE" your reply to confirm we have seen your request.

At that point (and not before) please pay via bank transfer using the Reference "Bham"

Metro Bank (Travelzone)
Account Number - 15712279
Sort Code - 23-05-80

Coach Departure times:

11.00 - Kent Elms. Rayleigh Rd, op Library bus stop
11.05 - Bell Public House, A127 Bus stop East bound
11.10 - Blue Boar, Bus stop op Blue Boar pub, Victoria Ave
11.15 - Palace Theatre bus stop
11.25 - Elms Public House bus stop
11.30 - Hadleigh, Woodfield Road Bus stop
11.44 - Tarpots / Sadlers Farm A13 London rd Bus Stop opposite Clare Road
11.50 - Pitsea (Op Aldi, London rd)
11.55 - Watermill (East Mayne bus stop Op Watermill PH)
12.00 - Fortune of War, Westbound lay-by just before FOW Jnc

Please ensure you are at your pick-up point 5 /10 minutes prior to these departure times. Thanks.

PLEASE NOTE.


To ensure we are doing our upmost to keep us all as safe as we can during the ongoing Covid outbreak. The Government still recommends wearing your face masks in enclosed areas; please ensure you are wearing yours when boarding the coach. If you hold an exemption please bring it with you. Please also use the hand sanitizer that is provided when boarding. We take this opportunity to remind you that you are required to remain seated during the entire journey. Our aim has always been to make your comfort and safety our priority.
NO ALCOHOL TO BE CARRIED TO SPORTING EVENTS ON COACHES. SORRY IT'S THE LAW!!
It will be necessary to make a few changes on board for example there will be no hot drinks available, although individual water bottles and juice will again be provided.

To book on for any of our trips. Please leave a message and scroll down to the bottom of this page, we will then like the post to confirm your booked on. Thanks

SHRIMPERS TRUST
.

Bookings are now open for the Vanarama National League Game at Boreham Wood on Saturday 30th October 2021.

Trust Members - £ 15.00
Non Members - £ 20.00
(Under 16’s accompanied by a Full Fare Paying Adult - £ 10.00)
(Junior Blues will also travel free of charge to one game per season provided that they are accompanied by a full paying parent or guardian.)


Bookings for this Season can now only be made online via the Trust Website
here.

When booking online you will need to pay by credit/debit card.

For full details on this season's Official Away Travel please visit the Travel Section on the Trust Website.

A lot has changed since the Trust had to suspend its coach travel to Away fixtures due to the Covid-19 outbreak, however we are back and are looking forward to the new season.

Supporters can be assured that the Trust is working closely with their travel partner SBC, and have implemented processes within the guidelines provided by the world health organisation and the UK government to help supporters feel confident and most importantly remain safe when travelling to games with us.

Prior to confirming your booking you will need to accept the Trust's Terms & Conditions of Travel which again can be found in the Travel Section of the Trust Website.

Please contact Lesley Hicks on 07892 905338 or by email at travel@shrimperstrust.co.uk or visit us at the Trust Information Stand in the Shrimpers Bar at Roots Hall if you require any clarification or have any questions regarding Away Travel.
 
TICKETS

Details now on the SUFC Official site as follows:

Ticket information for Southend United’s away game against Boreham Wood on Saturday October 30 (3pm kick-off).

Tickets are being sold directly through Boreham Wood's website for this National League fixture.

Prices:


Category Price
Adult£20
OAP£18
Under 16£12
Under 12£6
Visiting supporters to the LV Bet Stadium Meadow Park will be located at the South End of the ground, accessible via turnstiles 6 & 7, where there is an allocation for up to 1,397 spectators.

Away Ticket Scheme Points

Supporters must email tickets@southend-united.co.uk with their proof of purchase for the 20 points to be added to their account.

Points will be added the week after the game has taken place.

Car Parking & Club House Usage

No supporter parking is available at the LV Bet Stadium Meadow Park, the club car park is available to players, directors, officials and guests only.

We advise supporters coming to the Stadium to park in Brook Road Public Car Park. Access to the Stadium is available from this car park via the South Stand Turnstiles (turnstiles 6 & 7 for visiting supporters). Please note that parking charges may apply.

Alternative parking is also available via the Hertsmere Council Civic Car Park, which is less than a 5-minute walk to ground. Again, please note parking charges may apply.

Unfortunately, it is Boreham Wood FC's policy that the club house is for home supporters only on matchdays. Visiting supporters are advised to use the facilities in the town centre just a short walk away from the Stadium.
 
As an aside, what exactly is OAP? The pension age was 65 for males but now 66 I believe.
 
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