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Stade News
ClubCall Clitheroe
Destination Morpeth
The Park Liverpool
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STADE NEWS
MAJOR REDEVELOPMENT FOR LIONS DEN
Lewisham Council have confirmed there will be no sale of land around the ground to third parties, securing the club's future on the site.
The current four stands will remain but will have additional tiers and roofing, to increase the capacity from the current 20,000 to 34,000.
Plans include a new elevated main entrance plaza for the stadium with car parking underneath, new facilities for the Millwall Community Trust, and also additional retail and commercial space.
A residential development is also planned for the Western side of the project.
The exterior part of the new development is planned to include traditional London brick incorporating arches, a link with the many railway bridges surrounding the ground and the nearby original Den stadium.
POSH NEW STADIUM PLANS
With an initial capacity of 17,500, the site for the new stadium is just across the River Nene from the club's current London Road home, and is actually closer to the town centre.
Reports suggest Posh will base the design of the new stadium on the Groupama Arena in Budapest, its design and versatility meaning the stadium is used for over 200 non-football events a year.
FORMER SPORTING HOME TO BE DEVELOPED
Lying just yards to the east of Sporting's new stadium, which has the same name and was built and opened for Euro 2004, the land will see mixed use of office, residential, and retail space.
Construction work on the site is expected to start later this year.
UPGRADE FOR HORSFALL
The upgrade of the 3,500 capacity ground includes the installation of a 3G pitch, a new perimeter fence, changing rooms, and a hospitality suite.
The new facilities at the stadium will be shared with the Bradford Airedale Athletics club, and the West Bowling amateur Rugby League club.
RAIL SEATING APPLICATION AT OLD TRAFFORD
Manchester United have applied to their local Safety Advisory Group to install rail seating for up to 1,500 supporters at Old Trafford.
The Red Devils propose to replace existing seating in the North East corner of the stadium, to incorporate the safe standing area.
Season ticket holders in that area of the ground have been advised the safe standing trial is imminent.
The Red Devils propose to replace existing seating in the North East corner of the stadium, to incorporate the safe standing area.
Season ticket holders in that area of the ground have been advised the safe standing trial is imminent.
NEWS IN BRIEF
BATH CITY
National League South club Bath City's plans for the redevelopment of Twerton Park have been rejected by the local Council.
The plans included a new grandstand, installation of a 3G pitch, and the building of student flats on the site.
Bath, with a significant current financial deficit, plan to appeal the planning refusal.
VITTORIO GREGOTTI
The renowned Italian stadium architect Vittorio Gregotti has sadly passed away.
Gregotti re-designed the 1984 Barcelona Olympic stadium, but his best known work with its distinctive four corner towers, was the redevelopment of the Stadio Luigi Ferraris in Genoa for the 1990 World Cup in Italy.
SOUTHEND UNITED
New stadium plans for Southend United at Fossetts Farm have been further delayed.
The 21,00 capacity stadium for the Shrimpers, together with additional leisure facilities and an extensive housing development, was first planned in 2006.
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CLUBCALL Clitheroe
Shawbridge, off Pendle Road, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 1LZ.
Founded - 1877
League - Northern Premier League
Division One North West
Capacity - 2,000
Record Attendance - 2,050
Nearest Railway Station - Clitheroe
Club Website - www.clitheroefc.com
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DESTINATION Morpeth
An historic market town on the River Wansbeck situated 16 miles north of Newcastle upon Tyne, Morpeth is a fine town with lots of interesting features, and is also a perfect base for exploring the wonderful, diverse county of Northumberland.
The actual meaning of the town's name is uncertain, with 'moor path', given the town's location on the main road from England to Scotland, a popular suggestion.
Attractions in the town include The Chantry, a 13th century chapel which houses the Bagpipe Museum as well as the Tourist Information Centre.
The clock tower, situated at the end of Bridge Street is a 17th century free standing tower, and Morpeth Castle now holiday accommodation which is located to the south of the town centre.
Carlisle Park, which has the William Turner Garden featuring one of only four floral clocks in England, is a very popular leisure facility, and shopping is mainly centred on Bridge Street including the amazing Sanderson Arcade.
A popular outdoor market is also held in the town.
Morpeth is an ideal base for exploring the Northumberland coast, with the town of Alnwick including its incredible Castle and garden situated just to the North.
The enchanting island of Lindisfarne, connected to the mainland via a tidal causeway is also close by, and you can go seal watching off the Farne Islands.
The attractive seaside villages of Amble, Warkworth, and Seahouses are also easily accessible from the town.
Further inland Belsay Hall and Gardens is a must see, and Hadrian's Wall Country including the towns of Hexham and Corbridge, is just a short distance away.
MORPETH INFO
Travel - by road via A1, by rail via East Coast Mainline
Accommodation - Waterford Lodge and Morpeth Inn in the town centre, lots of B&B's.
Pubs - Black Bull on Bridge Street and Tap & Spile on Manchester Street recomended
Tourism Website -
www.visitnorthumberland.com
MORPETH TOWN FC
Craik Park, Morpeth NE61 2YK.
Founded - 1909
League - Northern Premier League Premier Division
Capacity - 1,500
Record Attendance - 1,450
Nearest Railway Station - Morpeth
Club Website - www.morpethtownfc.com
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FAMOUS FOOTBALL PUBS
The Park Liverpool
Former Bass brewery pub on Walton Breck Road, directly opposite the Kop and the Paisley Gates at Anfield.
Traditional one room layout, the Park has a superb amount of Liverpool and European club photographs and memorabilia to view.
As you can imagine given its location, the pub is incredibly packed on match days.
Usual array of keg beers and lagers available, no cask beer or food served.
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BATH CITY
National League South club Bath City's plans for the redevelopment of Twerton Park have been rejected by the local Council.
The plans included a new grandstand, installation of a 3G pitch, and the building of student flats on the site.
Bath, with a significant current financial deficit, plan to appeal the planning refusal.
VITTORIO GREGOTTI
The renowned Italian stadium architect Vittorio Gregotti has sadly passed away.
Gregotti re-designed the 1984 Barcelona Olympic stadium, but his best known work with its distinctive four corner towers, was the redevelopment of the Stadio Luigi Ferraris in Genoa for the 1990 World Cup in Italy.
SOUTHEND UNITED
New stadium plans for Southend United at Fossetts Farm have been further delayed.
The 21,00 capacity stadium for the Shrimpers, together with additional leisure facilities and an extensive housing development, was first planned in 2006.
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CLUBCALL Clitheroe
Shawbridge, off Pendle Road, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 1LZ.
Founded - 1877
League - Northern Premier League
Division One North West
Capacity - 2,000
Record Attendance - 2,050
Nearest Railway Station - Clitheroe
Club Website - www.clitheroefc.com
DESTINATION Morpeth
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| Town Hall |
An historic market town on the River Wansbeck situated 16 miles north of Newcastle upon Tyne, Morpeth is a fine town with lots of interesting features, and is also a perfect base for exploring the wonderful, diverse county of Northumberland.
The actual meaning of the town's name is uncertain, with 'moor path', given the town's location on the main road from England to Scotland, a popular suggestion.
Attractions in the town include The Chantry, a 13th century chapel which houses the Bagpipe Museum as well as the Tourist Information Centre.
The clock tower, situated at the end of Bridge Street is a 17th century free standing tower, and Morpeth Castle now holiday accommodation which is located to the south of the town centre.
Carlisle Park, which has the William Turner Garden featuring one of only four floral clocks in England, is a very popular leisure facility, and shopping is mainly centred on Bridge Street including the amazing Sanderson Arcade.
A popular outdoor market is also held in the town.
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| The Chantry |
The enchanting island of Lindisfarne, connected to the mainland via a tidal causeway is also close by, and you can go seal watching off the Farne Islands.
The attractive seaside villages of Amble, Warkworth, and Seahouses are also easily accessible from the town.
Further inland Belsay Hall and Gardens is a must see, and Hadrian's Wall Country including the towns of Hexham and Corbridge, is just a short distance away.
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| Market Place |
MORPETH INFO
Travel - by road via A1, by rail via East Coast Mainline
Accommodation - Waterford Lodge and Morpeth Inn in the town centre, lots of B&B's.
Pubs - Black Bull on Bridge Street and Tap & Spile on Manchester Street recomended
Tourism Website -
www.visitnorthumberland.com
MORPETH TOWN FC
Craik Park, Morpeth NE61 2YK.
Founded - 1909
League - Northern Premier League Premier Division
Capacity - 1,500
Record Attendance - 1,450
Nearest Railway Station - Morpeth
Club Website - www.morpethtownfc.com
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FAMOUS FOOTBALL PUBS
The Park Liverpool
Traditional one room layout, the Park has a superb amount of Liverpool and European club photographs and memorabilia to view.
As you can imagine given its location, the pub is incredibly packed on match days.
Usual array of keg beers and lagers available, no cask beer or food served.
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| Derek Dooley statue - Bramall Lane Sheffield |
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