Football Ground Guide: London Road, Peterborough United FC

Contents
What's The Ground Like? The Norwich & Peterborough South Stand (photo) What Is It Like For Visiting Supporters? Main Stand (photo) Where To Drink? Moyes Terrace (photo) How To Get There By Car & Where To Park By Train The South Stand & London Road Terrace (photo) Admission Prices Ground Layout Programme & Fanzine Local Rivals Disabled Facilities Fixtures 2009-2010 Record & Average Attendance Fans Ground Reviews Hotel Accommodation Other Places Of Interest Feedback Return To The Main Menu
What's The Ground Like?
On one side of the ground is the Norwich & Peterborough South Stand, which was opened in 1996 and replaced a former open terrace. Encased in supporting tubular steelwork, the 5,000 capacity stand is an impressive sight. The two tiered stand, is covered and all seated. There is also a row of executive boxes running across its middle. The other side, the Main Stand, is a two tiered covered stand that is all seated. Both ends are covered terracing that look almost identical. They were given white roofs a couple of seasons back, in an effort to brighten up their appearance. However they both have a number of supporting pillars at the front of them, which could impede your view of the game. They do though give some charm to London Road, as these types of terraces are quickly disappearing from the football landscape in this country. Interestingly, there is an open air gap at the back of these terraces between the roof and the back supporting wall, which must mean that they can get a bit draughty in winter. In one corner of the ground between the South Stand and the London Road Terrace, is a Police Control Box. On either side of the Main Stand are two tall, old fashioned looking floodlights. The ground had a set of four at one time, but two were taken down when the new South Stand was built. Top Of Page
The Norwich & Peterborough South Stand
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What Is It Like For Visiting Supporters?
Just under 4,000 away fans can be accommodated in the Moyes Terrace, with a further 800 seats being made available to away fans in the Main (North) Stand. If however, only a small away following is expected, then the terrace is kept closed and away supporters are housed just in the Block A seats of the Main Stand. The Moyes Terrace has several supporting pillars, which may obstruct your view, but the acoustics of the covered terrace are good, lending to a good atmosphere. There are a good range of pies available including the the Chicken Balti Pie' (Ł2.20) available, plus roll over hot dogs (also Ł2.20). I found London Road to be a good and fairly relaxed day out. Top Of Page
Main Stand
Thanks to Owen Pavey for providing the above photo. Top Of Page
Where To Drink?
Michael Howard a visiting Reading Supporter informs me; 'The Cherry Tree pub on Oundle Rd is quite popular with away fans. Although small it is a friendly pub. It costs Ł2 to park in their car park but you get Ł2 off a beer if you present the parking ticket at the bar'. Alun Thomas a visiting Wrexham supporter adds; 'We found a better bet than the Cherry Tree was the Palmerston Arms. It is away fan friendly and has around 10 real ales on on offer. This pub is situated around 100 yards further along Oundle Road on the opposite side'. Whilst Gordon Pearson recommends the Peacock, which can be found 'as you come over the River Nene, proceed down London Road past the ground on the left and the pub is situated on the right at the traffic lights next to a KFC drive through'. Near to the ground is Charters, which is certainly worth a visit. This former Dutch barge, is moored on the River Nene, just a few minutes walk away from London Road, on the left hand side of the bridge, going towards the town centre. Upstairs is a Chinese restaurant, but downstairs there is a bar, which had on my last visit 12 real ales on tap. It was friendly enough and fans were able to take their drinks out onto the river bank, which makes it quite pleasant, when the weather is good. Alternatively, the ground is in walking distance (10 minutes) of the town centre (which is very pleasant and complete with a cathedral) where there are plenty of good pubs to be found. If you are arriving by train then the Brewery Tap near to the station on Westgate, is worth a visit. The home of Oakham Ales, this spacious bar serves good beer, Thai food and allows you views into the brewery itself. Top Of Page
Moyes Terrace

How To Get There By Car & Where To Park
The ground is located on the outskirts of the city centre, on the A15 London Road. The ground is fairly well signposted around the town centre. From the North/West: Drive into the town centre, follow signs for Whittlesey (A605) which will lead you to the London Road. The new stand is quite visible from some distance away, so keep a lookout. From the South: Leave the A1 at the junction with the A15. Take the A15 towards Peterborough, you will eventually come to the ground on your right. There is a car park at the ground or otherwise there is a council pay & display car park just off London Road (on your left as you pass the ground going towards the town centre). For a map showing the location of the London Road ground, click here (to take you to the Street Map website). To go to a simplified page, containing the directions and pub info, which you can print out click here. Top Of Page
By Train
Peterborough station is around a mile away from the ground. Turn right out of station and follow the main road, passing an Asda store on your right. At the traffic lights near to the Rivergate Shopping Centre, turn right. Go over the bridge and you can see the floodlights of London Road, over on your left. It takes about 20 minutes to walk from the station to the ground. Thanks to Andrew Dodd for providing the directions. Top Of Page
The Norwich & Peterborough South Stand & London Road Terrace

Admission Prices
Home Fans: Norwich & Peterborough South Stand Seating: Adults Ł22, Over 60's/Students Ł14, Under 16's Ł5* Main (North) Stand Seating: Adults Ł22, Over 60's/Students Ł14, Under 16's Ł10 London Road Terrace: Adults Ł17, Over 60's/Students Ł14, Under 16's Ł10 Away Fans Main (North) Stand A Wing Seating: Adults Ł22, Over 60's/Students Ł14, Under 16's Ł10 Moyes Terrace: Adults Ł17, Over 60's/Students Ł14, Under 16's Ł10 * Maximum of three children per adult. Top Of Page
Ground Layout
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Programme & Fanzine
Official Programme Ł3 Blue Moon Fanzine Ł2 Top Of Page
Local Rivals
Cambridge United & Northampton Town. Top Of Page
Disabled Facilities
For details of disabled facilities at the ground please visit the relevant page on the National Association Of Disabled Supporters (NADS) website. Top Of Page
Fixtures 2009-2010
For the Peterborough fixture list click here (to take you to the BBC Sports Website) Top Of Page
Record & Average Attendance
30,096 v Swansea City, FA Cup 5th Round, February 20th, 1965. Average Attendance: 2008-2009: 7,599 (League One) 2007-2008: 5,995 (League Two) 2006-2007: 4,662 (League Two) Top Of Page
Fans Reviews Of London Road
Jason Simpkins (Nottingham Forest) 3/10/09 Tommy Madison (Rochdale) 11/8/07 Steve Bingham (Ipswich Town) 22/8/06 Jimmy Young (Ipswich Town) 22/8/06 Top Of Page
Other Places Of Interest
Peterborough is famous for its Cathedral, which is right in the centre of town. It is impressive both outside and in, with visitors welcome. You can of course at the same time, say a quick prayer for your team.... Top Of Page
Hotel Accommodation
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Feedback
If anything is incorrect or you have something to add, please e-mail me and I'll update the guide.

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