projecting to top that figure this season. Argyle chief executive Andrew Parkinson told Plymouth Live: We are looking at handover to us for towards the end of this week, so that will be great. It is about a fifteen minute walk towards the railway station and the city centre. Club Nickname: The Pilgrims. 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. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc. Level Playing Field website. Plymouth Argyle FC - Home Park Stadium Info Home Park has been transformed over the past 10 years into an all seated stadium. The train back home was full of Plymouth fans wondering whether if this team scored and that team lost, could Argyle still be playing football in the Football League when the 2013-2014 season begins. Certainly better than football ground food. 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. I really had my sights on this fixture every since it looked like Plymouth might go up at the back end of last year. Some 8 hours later we arrived at Home Park. The stand will have a capacity of 5,403 seats and has new corporate facilities, which will open up a new income stream for the Club. As mentioned before, we had booked a B+B in order to stay overnight so after the game, we took a pleasant walk through Home Park into the town centre, where we had an excellent curry in the Everest Spice restaurant. 2017-2018: 10,413(League Two), Unofficial Web Sites: Plymouth had a man sent off in the second period which helped the cause. With new signage now in place, a slight change to the gate naming conventions has also been implemented on the stadium perimeter, as is shown in the attached pictures and outlined in the table below. Otherwise, alcohol is available within the ground. The car park at the ground was great last year. I had heard some bad reports about the Plymouth faithful but I saw no justification for those rumours on this Saturday afternoon. What more could you ask for? 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. I was watching children bounce off the diving boards like ping pong balls off a tennis table, splashing into the pool to the cheers of their mothers and fathers. Thanks lads, it made all 990 of your fellow fans look like a bunch of thugs. None of these issues were thankfully realised and I enjoyed my time with the Argyle fans. Similarly, contact Steve if you wish to attend the Club before a midweek match. I began to wonder what could happen if my beloved club was close to crashing into the conference or close to financial oblivion. Last season, Argyle were well clear at the top but fell away to eventually lose in the Play-Off Final. However, the decision has been taken to ensure that we give our supporters the best possible match-day experience, and that we allow ourselves time to deliver a solution efficiently. They marched him out of the stand but within 10 minutes he was allowed to resume his seat. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. Plenty of youthful shouts of 'Green Army' from the home sections as it was a 'kids for a quid' game. How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking? Opposite the Britannia is the Embassy Club which is best avoided by away fans. Unfortunately, some of these no longer exist e.g. I have never been to Argyle before but have been to Plymouth a few times. The ground appears from behind the trees and sits slightly embarrassed next to the grand complex of the Plymouth Life Centre. Another enjoyable football away weekend, despite the frustration of the score and, especially the inactivity of the stewards dung the game. The stewards moved to sort this out quickly without provoking or escalating, matters. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, toilets etc.. In reality it seems to becoming a bit of a feature of our away matches. It is easy to think football is just a game but its so much more than that. 11m will come from Argyle with 7.3m coming through grant funding and the rest from Plymouth City Council. Read about our approach to external linking. Even Plymouth Argyle, sponsored as they are by Ginsters Pasties. Dockyard Derby! (please be advised it is very steep until you get on the flat). There are four separate stands and all of those can be used in one form or another. 18,600 (all seated) Address: Near to the pub is normally a van selling pasties, which looked to be doing a roaring trade on my last visit. I don't live far from Plymouth and I wanted to see my team play away from home for the first time ever! It had been suggested to me that there would be a range of issues associated with a visit to Home Park. as some body mentioned earlier you can walk through the park up from the train station to the ground. The Principality Stadium in Cardiff will be converted into an emergency field hospital, while Londons ExCel conference centre will house 4,000 temporary beds. The away end was behind the goal and was one of the newer stands. 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. 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Although the facilities were fine for our visit, I can see the concourse getting packed when a big following is in town, but have two of the nicest stewards in the Football League! 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The Johan Cruijff ArenA wants to make a difference both inside and outside the stadium with innovations, sustainable initiatives and social involvement. With two large bars, one at each end, it could even become a 1,200 capacity bar venue, but club bosses say that is unlikely to happen. The normal allocation for visiting supporters in this area is 1,300 seats, although this can be increased to 2,022 if demand requires it. Second half we never really got going and we suffered for our first half wastefulness when Plymouth picked us off with two well taken goals. So without doubt once the fixtures came out, this was "the one". We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Would go back but might be a while before Saints play there again! I was not impressed with the stewarding at all! A really good away trip was a long journey down to Plymouth but good fun had and I found quality vegan food. I would love to go back to Plymouth when they complete their Home Parkground. Responsibly, Map showing the location of Home Park, railway station and listed pub. Plymouth Argyle FC fixture list (takes you to the BBC Sports Website). It had some height on it which allowed for a great view. We had a Police escort out of the stadium grounds, before getting on to the road north for the long journey home. Back when the fixtures came out last June, the date I was looking for first was 16th/17th January as this is my birthday weekend. Its not just about people coming in. 01752 562 561 Fax: 2nd April 2023 @ WEMBLEY STADIUM. Pompey fans at the pubs surrounding the ground seemed alright and I didn't see any bother. The Club will also gain around 2,000 extra seats with the overall capacity of . A similar distance away (but going in the opposite direction across the Park) is the Hyde Park Social Club which welcomes visiting supporters (see advert below). Unfortunately, the finishing was poor from both sides. 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. PRE-ORDER. I am not too sure that there was much need to worry, but I felt that it would not be right for a fan of another club to intrude on another clubs end of season celebrations, especially in these particular circumstances that had greeted me that Saturday afternoon. This was followed by a nightcap in The Union Rooms, a town centre Wetherspoons, and a pleasant night's sleep in the B+B, which I would heartily recommend. The ground is ok on three sides and was very noisy as it was a local derby, sadly Plymouth have a lot of youths that are intent on getting into the block nearest the away section and enjoyed throwing coins for much of the game, the police did have a big empty section in-between though and this helped. 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. Championship League, 22nd March 2008. Posted on . Plymouth Argyle have officially opened their new grandstand at Home Park, taking the overall capacity to 18,200. 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 This is where Tom Daley practices the art of stylishly throwing himself off a board for the sake of Olympic medals. Tears would not be the start of my emotions. "But this is also about pride; locating the Argyle Academy in Brickfields strengthens the links between the city and Argyle, as well as creating a sense of aspiration for the young people living nearby. Plymouth vs Exeter rivalry: Clashes between Plymouth Argyle and Exeter are anything but peaceful events. 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. They had travelled down from Oxford that morning. 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! I wasn't overly confident that Argyle would win but I was still anticipating a good game. 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. Parkinson said: Its a well-trodden path in terms of these types of test events. The leisure centre beside the stadium had a perfectly acceptable cafe so we ate there. Their close proximity does lead to a lot of banter, but although Plymouth fans are passionate about their club, it is mostly in a non-intimidatory manner. We parked right outside the ground so we didn't have to worry about finding it. I no longer live in Exeter so it wasn't the short hop down the A38 for me, but generally Home Park is a doddle to get to by train or road. The sunny weather at the start of the game justified an ice cream but by half-time with the sun behind the stands, the pasty was more welcome. Home Park can be used for important and routine services such as blood tests and all of the things people require outside of the emergency side of things at the hospital, which, unfortunately, is going to have a lot of footfall over the coming weeks, Parkinson says. 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. For example, a 'D4' on a match ticket will indicate entry is advised through Gate D4 in the Devonport End. "We have a plan for sport that the city's clubs and organisations helped create and this proposal really fits the bill. In the middle of these is a small stand that I'm guessing holds the VIPs and the fans with more money than sense, although I could be completely wrong with that. Home fans seemed okay. Had a bit of a wait at the car park to leave which is to be expected, and a little bit of traffic on way out but once on way home no traffic at all! I travelled by minibus put on by the club. Since some really good friends moved to beautiful South Devon a few years back, we have been regular visitors to this part of the world. Plymouth Railway Station is about one and a half miles away, so either grab a taxi or embark on the 20 minute walk. Over 65s and Students 16 He denies the charges. 11m will come from Argyle with 7.3m coming . Download this stock image: Billy Graham preaching at Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam, North Holland on June 22, 1954. Home Park is an all-seater stadium, with a capacity of 19,500. Return to Stadium Guide. When it comes to entertaining, the stunning new Home Park development represents the very best and the highest quality that the area has to offer. * These ticket prices are for tickets purchased prior to matchday. It is one of the first pubs your see as you come into Plymouth. Plymouth Live has launched a WhatsApp service dedicated to keeping you up to date with the latest Argyle news! * 0871 numbers are charged at 13p per minute plus your mobile . I liked Home Park. We equalised through a wonder 25 yarder from Johnson Clarke-Harris, they then went ahead via an own goal and we equalised through a great goal in injury time! The new board room, usually the preserve of Plymouth Argyles directors and VIP guests, can be leased for functions of up to 40 people. When completed (the Mayflower Stand was still in construction) this is going to be one very decent ground indeed. We were situated at the end of a row, alongside the netting separating us from the home fans. 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. With Plymouth fighting relegation and us fighting for a play off place it seemed like a real do or die match for both clubs and the chance to be in the Middlesbrough Matchday Programme for the next home game it was a risk worth taking! 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. 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. The fixture list throws this up as first away game and we are in Devon. However for those who like a bit of old schoolthen there is the Main Grandstand. There is quite a large car park at the ground, which is free. I left at the final whistle and made my way across the park towards the railway station. A good, fun adventure on the furthest I've travelled to see my team play. How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking? Policing was very heavy handed at the end, police dogs on pitch, all lined up in front us. The Mayflower Grandstand had been the club's main stand, with space for about 7,000 spectators including the old terrace. 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 . I spoke to two old Argyle dears who had parked next to us for a little while. if we were ever to meet again the the league or a cup tie I would certainly consider it again. A big Derby match plus both teams trying to escape the relegation struggle. I had no time before thegame so went straight into the away end at theground. Also, some are now non-league e.g. How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking? Pool took a creditable 115 fans to the game which on a rainy Tuesday night is a credit to the fans that made the effort. Having taken on supporter feedback regarding stadium access this season, new signage has been installed around the Devonport End, Lyndhurst Road Stand, and Barn Park End, with the intention of better signposting supporters to their entry turnstiles. All the pastry type food is supplied by Ginsters so no problems there. We thank supporters for their understanding. Concerns about getting away after the game were unfounded and I was back on the road north within a few minutes. The Main Stand is old and has a terrace in front which is out of use giving a somewhat lop-sided appearance as a new stand sweeps continuously from the home end of the pitch down the side and round to the away end covering three sides of the ground with mostly green coloured seating. 01752 606 167 Ticket Office: I have to say the easiest away journey I have ever done. We parked in the car park opposite the Home Parkground, whichwas free of charge, but was already about 80% full. The severe weather event, one of the biggest ever to hit the county, brought severe disruption with high winds and heavy snow. Curated and brought to you by TheStadiumBusiness team at Xperiology. Plymouth Argyle have officially opened their new grandstand at Home Park, taking the overall capacity to 18,200. Went to the Britannia pub which was recommended from this site, home fans were very friendly (mostly due to the distance travelled on a Tuesday night). 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. 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. We were staying overnight in the town centre so we went for a meal and a couple of drinks then drove up to the ground. 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