Meetings between these sides are called the Devon derby due to both sides being based in the county of Devon and, given there are limited teams in that area, the matches can bring a fair bit of spice to Plymouths ground. The Johan Cruijff ArenA wants to make a difference both inside and outside the stadium with innovations, sustainable initiatives and social involvement. Together we are working to increase participation - opening up opportunities get more people involved in sports and physical activity. 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. Although the journey was rather smooth, words cannot describe just how long the journey down to Devon is from East Anglia (I dread to think about other parts of the UK!) 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. 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. 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. This has included building new facilities behind the stand and replacing its roof, plus the fitting of seating to the lower terrace. 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. A great day out, a good result, nice weather and an easy drive back. 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. We had a Police escort out of the stadium grounds, before getting on to the road north for the long journey home. 3. Tel: 01752 662947. I think December really is going to be a very busy time for us one way or another, but very exciting too.. A big game for Crawley Town and this was my 65th ground visit of the current 92. So we are pleased with how we have been able to work with them, and I think we will be pleased with the outputs as well., NOVEMBERWednesday 27:Test Event 1 Behind closed doors, grandstand at 0 per cent capacity, DECEMBERWednesday 4:Test Event 2 Behind closed doors, grandstand at 0 per cent capacitySunday 8:Test Event 3 Argyle Ladies v Watford, grandstand at 38 per cent capacitySaturday 14:Test Event 4 Argyle v Morecambe, grandstand at 50 per cent capacitySunday 29:Test Event 5 Argyle v Stevenage, grandstand at 75 per cent capacity, JANUARYWednesday 1:Test Event 6 Argyle v Swindon Town, grandstand at 100 per cent capacity, The redeveloped Mayflower Grandstand will have 5,403 seats on two levels. The atmosphere was intense and the home fans gave fantastic support to their team, and a good amount of abuse to our side, specifically to our keeper who strived the wind them up, with taking his time over goal kicks. With a man in a grey suit by the two dugouts announcing the teams from a lecturn, I decided that I did not want relegation to be imposed on this group of fans. Despite the 120 miles separating both towns both sets of fans share a genuine dislike for each other; its not actually that clear why though! This became an issue some way into the first half, when some inebriated away fans decided where we were was obviously better than where they had been originally. They will all look out over the newly constructed lower Mayflower stand, which will seat 2,600 people. Waiters were about serving food which looked nice as they were being brought out, and after a quick look at the menu the prices were not bad either. I think each team only had maybe one shot each on target, in the bright sunshine. Around a 15 minute walk away from Home Park (going back in the direction of the A38) is the Cherry Tree pub on Ham Drive. The ground is very pleasant, similar in some ways to St Mary's. 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,. It is one of the first pubs your see as you come into Plymouth. From a fan's point of view, the atmosphere was great and Newport fans were in attendance as well. When I say handover, it doesnt mean that its all done. * These ticket prices are for tickets purchased prior to matchday. (opens in a new tab). It was no surprise that the game ended goalless. Hopefully will get an opportunity to return here next season. But the noise just louderand he left with his tail welland truly between his legs! It was captivating to watch. Official 2023 Papa John's Trophy Final Matchday Programme Bolton Wanderers v Plymouth Argyle 2nd April 2023 WEMBLEY STADIUM. The rest of the ground was obviously full and looked decent. Family Ticket 1 Adult + 1 Under 18 27 Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. No trouble from home fans. How to get to Home Park Where is Home Park? Ticket Office: 01752 907 700. Perhaps I should contact Herr Klopp with my thoughts on the teams! The atmosphere was fervent on both sides and when Rotherham scored, the Yorkshire fans went delirious. Would go back but might be a while before Saints play there again! Email - For ticketing, seat or pricing queries please email the Helpdesk on Ticket.Office@dcfc.co.uk. Plymouth people have three weeks to plan King's Coronation street parties, There is a free public screening of the coronation at Plymouth Guildhall on Saturday 6 May and the coronation celebration service at St Andrews Church at 10am on Sunday 7 May. This didn't distract from the impressively very good view from high up in the away end though. Upon entering the away end, despite a large number of fellow away supporters there was plenty of seats which were comfortable and not cramped. The match was really good and played to a high standard. Updated 11:04, 26 FEB 2023. The parts of the stadium you can see on the TV is a very nice green bowl, but is a lot smaller than it seems. 6. Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting Fratton Park? The fans we met were friendly and said hello but there were mostly Bristol Rovers fans in there at that time. Upon walking to the ground, it was hard not to notice scaffolding along one side of the stadium. They are modern and look quite smart, all being of the same height and design. The Pilgrims Year Ground Opened: "Regenerating the site to provide first-class facilities for our Academy and other elite sports addresses a need, not only for Argyle, but other stakeholders, including Plymouth Albion RFC.". The football club's redevelopment will create a huge match-day and corporate events areas, which will be a definite money-spinner, Get the stories that matter to our community straight to your inbox with our Daily Newsletter. The Southend fans were confined to a section from the corner flag to the goal which was ample for the 200+ and you could sit in any seat. Considering there were so many Pompey fans in the pub, it was nice to see they got along well with the home fans who had also ventured inside. The atmosphere was electric for the entire game. I left at 08:40 and drove to the Memorial Ground first to pick up my Coventry and Wimbledon tickets and to meet David and Matthew there as they were coming with me. The stewards I thought were excellent, actually I barely noticed them. However, having opened just a number of weeks before the pandemic took hold, there has been limited opportunity for the club to hold test events in conjunction with the local Safety Advisory Group (SAG) under full capacity conditions. You expect good pitches in August but even with high expectations, the ground was well maintained and the pitch was first-class. Aside from recent Mayflower Grandstand redevelopment, very little has changed at the stadium since the initial horseshoe rebuild at the turn of the century, barring essential maintenance. This club has been in crisis for most of the time that I have been down in the peninsula, and it just had not felt right to visit a club that seemed to need some time to sort its own house in to order before visitors could be invited to any football match. Argyle fans seemed like a lovely bunch as multiple stopped to have a chat during our venture around the ground. 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. But everything is looking very good. Travelling from Reading by car I wanted to take the A308/A30 for a change to make the journey a bit more interesting. 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. Put simply, these works are an investment in the club's future. Im sure we will get most of it right but there will be a few things that we will have to work on, but that's why you have tests isnt it? 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. I travelled in a car. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc.. 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. There is also potential to earn from rental of three other rooms being built overlooking the new lower Mayflower stand and the pitch. Similarly, contact Steve if you wish to attend the Club before a midweek match. Pasties were sold from a mobile pasty van (2.80) that was a must! Bolton Wanderers v Plymouth Argyle . But a great day out. Brand New directly from the club or publishers. Return to Stadium Guide. I sat with the Newport fans in the away end. Lambert trademark header just before half time, then Dickson scrambled home just after the break, then Lambert penalty sent the Saints fans wild! I had no time before thegame so went straight into the away end at theground. I really had my sights on this fixture every since it looked like Plymouth might go up at the back end of last year. They also want it to be done and delivered to a great standard so there are a lot of competing tensions that you will have any contractor, but I think they have responded really well to that. We then departed at 6.15pmand was back on the A38within five minutes. Well I got the map out and decided to drive, no way I was I going to miss this game. 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With talk about the Grandstand being replaced in the 2013-2014 it is probable that you will not come into contact with the toilets that have a certain character about them. The seating a bit tight but enough legroom. 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. In 2018, the old Mayflower stand at Plymouth Argyle Football Club (PAFC) was demolished and works continue to create the new and improved stadium. I travelled on the official club supporters coach, which left Carlisle at 10.30am. Between 2011 and 2016, the club only leased Home Park from the city of Plymouth. We parked right outside the ground so we didn't have to worry about finding it. 2nd April 2023 @ WEMBLEY STADIUM. It has a capacity of 5,403. The away end was sold out with over 2,200 Exeter fans in attendance. The car park at the ground was great last year. Available to download from the App Store and Google Play . 2017-2018: 10,413(League Two), Unofficial Web Sites: As you come out of the station turn right and down the hill and under the railway bridge. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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 Park is an all-seater stadium, with a capacity of 19,500. To the left of us, a new Main Stand stand was being constructed so that wasnt particularly pretty and didnt help the atmosphere. There are four separate stands and all of those can be used in one form or another. Argyle have already announced a series of test events which they have to hold to comply with safety requirements. Something had stopped me from making the journey. What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of Home Park? Plymouth Argyle are working to get as many coaches as possible to take the Green Army to Wembley for the Papa Johns Trophy final against Bolton Wanderers on Sunday, April 2. It's a long way to see your team lose a game they should have comfortably won. The teams emerge onto the field of play from one corner of the ground in-between the Mayflower Grandstand and Barn Park End. 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. Stunning architecture and design sit alongside cutting edge technology to deliver a venue that is befitting of an exclusive product launch, major conference or special event. Subject to planning approval work on the site should begin in early 2024 and means that planned work on the Mayflower stand at Home Park will be delayed. It was a beautiful day for football windy, but bright and warm. We were held outside the ground for about 15 minutes, the Police were escorting some fans to the station, but others slipped down a side path, which is what we did, although we did have a run in with some Plymouth fans verbals. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, toilets etc.. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. This will be a major conferencing and events space for Plymouth and the South West, said Christian Kent, Argyles head of conferencing and events. The club are teaming . We were staying in Derriford (just north of Plymouth) and found a decent pub 'The Jack Rabbit' next door which served quality food including an impressive Vegan menu! Anyway, I booked a weeks holiday this year in North Devon and what do know? Opposite the Britannia is the Embassy Club which is best avoided by away fans. As outlined by the prime minister's announcement on Monday, 12 June, all seating restrictions have been lifted for the 21/22 campaign, and the prospect of sharing the Theatre of Greens with our . I spoke to two old Argyle dears who had parked next to us for a little while. I have been to 68 professional grounds in England and Wales. Plenty of horn blasting and 2 cars did manage to collide which added to the congestion but after 10 to 15 minutes we exited via traffic lights on to the main road and away for our long journey northwards. As my mates ticket had been sent to the home ticket office, we had to do a full lap of the ground to reach it. Then take the second left into Holdsworth Street, which will lead you up a steep hill into Central Park, where youll see the ground as soon as you reach the top of the hill. 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. I have to say the easiest away journey I have ever done. I would have been home in Kent by 10pm, but the now common overnight M25 roadworks delayed us by at least 1 1/2 hours. In a long, hot, post-exam summer friends are seduced by a powerful app, The grime artist turned chef takes inspiration from the social media queen's Swedish and Somali roots, Eight Brits fight for survival in this adrenalin-fuelled competition, hosted by Jordan North, bought land for a new training ground near Home Park, Funding for that came after a United States-based consortium, paid 4m for a 20% share in the club last August, - money which majority shareholder Simon Hallett said. The roads were clear, well signposted to the Motorways. This pub is also listed in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide. Inside it just looked like most new grounds but with green seats. Plymouth Argyle have officially opened their new grandstand at Home Park, taking the overall capacity to 18,200. The view though is amazing. Luckily it was all heading the opposite way to us, and best of all there is a large FREE car park at the ground although if you want a space get there early we arrived at 1.15pm and there were few spaces were left! 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. It hasnt been plain sailing though because their stadium was battered by German bombers during World War 2. Its how does the catering work, how does the welcome and reception work? Twice behind but came back to win 4-2 with mainly a side of under 23 players. Frankly, there will be some things that will evolve over time. The home of Plymouth Argyle has possibly been transformed more than any other stadium in the UK over the past 10 years. can t use carpenter's workbench skyrim; how long does it take a rat to starve to death; cowboy hat making supplies; why would i get a letter from circuit clerk Fleetwood Town take on high-flying Plymouth Argyle at Home Park on Saturday afternoon, and we have all you need to know ahead of the 3pm kick-off in our match preview. We had a look around the city centre and the Plymouth Hoe, a must do. There was a nice feel about it although the Grandstand was being rebuilt and not in use. Only the the old "grandstand" stops it from becoming a another boring new stadium. 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. Required fields are marked *, Please read our Terms and Conditions before submission. Capacity: 16,388. However, we explored the local area after the game and found it very pleasant and welcoming. Oh and we drew Exeter City in the first round of the league cup on the Tuesday night. Ahead of our first Sky Bet League One home fixture on Saturday, we are writing to supporters with an update on the status of the upper tier of the Mayflower Grandstand. In fact, for the first time for a while, I saw parallels between the fans of my home town team and Plymouth Argyle followers. I've never been to Home Park before, and as it's relatively close to Portsmouth, so I decided now was the time to end that. 1. How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking? It took us just over 2 hours to get home. A fortnight ago Dr Jonathan Cope, the associate medical director for primary care at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, approached the club in search of alternative facilities and following conversations between the clubs chief executive, Andrew Parkinson, and the chairman, Simon Hallett, Plymouth soon put wheels in motion to ease pressure on one of Devons primary hospitals by transforming the redeveloped grandstand, which was completed in December at a cost of 8m, into a clinical environment. Home Park is a nice ground in a pleasant area, in a nice part of the country. The Marsh Mills stadium became Plymouths ground for the next decade. If you want more information on signing up, or if this link does not work click here. The club have started the internal fitting out, with the official handover of the. I don't live far from Plymouth and I wanted to see my team play away from home for the first time ever! By this point I was considering the meaning of life, as a long journey home loomed. Plymouth Argyle's new stand and ice rink set for green light as Home Park plan gets support The application states a phased approach to the work with the renovation of the Mayflower Stand first. The away end was one of the best away ends in this League. Funding for that came after a United States-based consortium paid 4m for a 20% share in the club last August - money which majority shareholder Simon Hallett said would be used for infrastructure spending. It's common knowledge that there will hopefully be a redevelopment of the latter but it seems some years away, which is a great pity. However for those who like a bit of old schoolthen there is the Main Grandstand. The number of different trades that we have got in at the moment is I think testament to that. The ground came into sight on our left as we arrived and appears smaller than it actually is. Plymouth havent always had a home ground. If you want more information on signing up, or if this link doesnt work, click here. The roads were busy but by the time we got to the car we were far enough from the stadium for traffic to have died down. The M5 was free running with no roadworks. I woke up to a text from my good friend saying he was unwell and unable to take us to the game, so what to do? Wanting to drink in a bit of this excitement, which you cannot really get from a Saturday night TV reality show, I took the plunge and went to a game with the hope that big issues could be decided on the strength of ninety minutes of football. Contact Us About Us Privacy Policy Careers An excellent day out which was made even more special by the well-organised trip by Newport County Supporters Club. 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. The severe weather event, one of the biggest ever to hit the county, brought severe disruption with high winds and heavy snow. Then it gets handed over to the club for its fit out process. Plymouth Argyle Home Park Capacity: 18,600 (all seated) Address: Plymouth, PL2 3DQ Telephone: 01752 562 561 Fax: 01752 606 167 Ticket Office: 01752 907700 Pitch Size: 112 x 73 yards Pitch Type: Grass Club Nickname: The Pilgrims Year Ground Opened: 1901* Undersoil Heating: No Shirt Sponsors: Ginsters Kit Manufacturer: Puma Relegation is not a clich and could really hit Plymouth in a way that Home Park has never quite seen in the past. The leisure centre beside the stadium had a perfectly acceptable cafe so we ate there. We walked back to the city centre amongst mainly home fans, with no problems encountered. Some 8 hours later we arrived at Home Park. First and foremost, we wish to make it clear that this decision will have no effect on 21/22 season-ticket holders whose seats are in the upper Mayflower Grandstand, and they can rest assured that they will be able to sit in their chosen seats for the upcoming season. 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. 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. Three grass football pitches and a new synthetic rugby training pitch will be built under the plans, which will also see two synthetic football pitches - one of which will be covered. We arrived early and parked in the free car park at the ground. After Rotherham had scored, the atmosphere abruptly changed. Light Green and White. The away end was decent enough and had a good view. Last season, Argyle were well clear at the top but fell away to eventually lose in the Play-Off Final. Telephone No: 01752 562 561. Scunthorpedominated the second half and ran out well deserved 4-0 winners. We had not been to this ground before, plus both teams were in good form having not lost in the last four games, so it would be an interesting contest. Booking train tickets in advance will normally save you money! I was not impressed with the stewarding at all! The game itself was pretty poor. Then I headed back and met with some Reading fans in the Britannia just across from the ground. We thank supporters for their understanding. 2018-2019: 9,852 (League One) Attendance: 9,546 (92 away fans) All the locals I spoke to were very friendly. A brilliant breakfast the next morning before the six hourtrain journey back up north. Concerns about getting away after the game were unfounded and I was back on the road north within a few minutes. If we can be successful without kicking a ball to help save peoples lives, that to me is a big yes, says Ryan Lowe, the Plymouth manager. Three of the sides are the same size and one of the stand is old but has the character feel. 43,596 v Aston Villa After a number of partial capacity test events, the new Mayflower Grandstand was opened at full capacity for the 2-1 defeat to league leaders Swindon Town on New Year's Day. There is no love lost between City & Argyle and after quite a bit of trouble last month when we beat them in the Johnstone's Paint Trophy at theirs, then the Police were more than ready for this one. 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