The three sided ground did not seemed to affect the atmosphere at all. The stewarding was a little controversial at this match, many felt it was way to heavy handed. ProspectiveContinuing Educationstudents, Prospective online/distance learning students. Easting: 548814.04: Oxford United, Fusion Lifestyle and Oxford City Council have reached an agreement for Oxford Sports Park to become the new home of Oxford United's training facility. View list of results. Oxford scored within the first couple of minutes, then Luton scored twice within as many minutes just before half time. Then it was off to the Turf Tavern a small pub down an alleyway off Holywell Street where I had hoped to visit before the game. Speak to a steward if you need to use this facility, or to find out more contact our Disability Liaison Officer ataylor@oufc.co.uk, For further information for disabled supporters,CLICK HERE. FREE GIRLS ONLY GOALKEEPING EVENT FOR KIDS IN OXFORD WITH SIMON EASTWOOD. In 1913, that changed. Myles Munsey (Torquay United fan). By Train/Bus The nearest station is Oxford (OXF). We hadnt been to the Kassam Stadium before, so it was a newground to us and also relatively close. The Southend kids battled hard against a promotion-chasing Oxford team and were very unlucky to lose to a late goal. Also as Charlton had sold out their allocation of tickets. As a student town Oxford has a number of hotels used to housing parents dropping off their loved ones. The ground seems a bit smaller than it actually is, which all adds to the atmosphere that even a relatively small crowd engendered; but as mentioned elsewhere the fact that the corners are open also adds to the atmosphere cold wind, that is. This elevates it in my estimation and the fact that one end is open (a West Stand never having been built), makes it unusual amongst British stadia. Buying a ticket for the away section is always easy and I was in my seat in the north stand for 2.40pm. Oxford fans generally are well behaved and friendly. to the right of the away fans as advised by one of your reviewers. Coach drivers must drop-off on Marston Road and park at the dedicated council coach parking provision at: TheUniversity of Oxford websitecarries awealthof information on getting to Oxford and visiting both the city and the Universityin general. 2023 BBC. My overall impression is that Oxford is a good place to watch football. From the North-park at Redbridge Park and Ride. 0345 7111 222*. Sensory roomsFor young people under 23 who need to take some time out, we have a specially equipped sensory area. Obviously, it never happened but there is still a special buzz in the air when the Royals visit the Kassam. 372m Oxford Sports Cricket Ground . Thu, Feb 17, 17:00. Swindon managed to score a winning goal during the chaos and the ref allowed it to stand. The Tree is midway between Oxford and the stadium, about a mile from either, but it's a good deal cheaper than many city centre options. We visited the George Inn pub in Littlemore. I have been to the Kassam Stadiumseveral times, and find no issues with it being three sided (especially since my early memories of Bramall Lane include a cricket ground along one side of the football pitch or was it a football pitch alongside one side of the cricket square?). Also weird having no stand on the west side, indeed kids were standing on cut tree stumps on the bank taking it in turns to watch for free! Great support from the Southend fans sticking by their team in these hard times. With a decent striker we could have scored more (midfielders scored for us). Ray Houghton, Billy Hamilton and John Aldridge show their home crowd the Milk Cup, which Oxford United had won in April, after the 3-0 win over Arsenal meant they stayed up. Return and day tickets bought from one operator can be used to return on the other. Home and away fans are usually welcome at the following pubs (for high-profile matches this may be reviewed, so we always suggest you give the pub a call if in doubt). Oxfordshire weather: Forecast for snow and sleet next week, Street fighting in Bakhmut but Russia not in control, Messages show Hancock reaction after kiss photo, Senior doctors want up to 262 an hour to cover strike, Echoes of Hillsborough for Arena families. Oxford dominated the first half but MK Dons had a few good chances of their own. Away fans are normally housed on one side of the North Stand, towards the open end of the ground. On arrival at the Kassam the coach was directed to park up in the large car park behind the open end. Fines will be issued for invalid parking. I had a pie which was very nice and had quite a lot of filling which made a change. Temporary and limited 3-hour permits may be approved for site bookings. I had a fantastic view from the top of the away section and the ample height between rows ensured no ones head was in my way. Note that after most matches there is a security gate in place behind the North Stand which prevents direct access from the away end to the East car parks. So, any ones guess then! This is shared with the Oxford supporters, who have one half of the stand. Instead he directed me to the nearby bowling alley. Yellows Forum. The stadium is named after the former Club Chairman Firoz Kassam and is located on the outskirts of Oxford. After a good start to the season, the Bantams were in good form. . Its reasonably easy to figure out ticket prices for Oxford United matches. There is on-site car parking and it is then a 20-minute walk to the stadium (01865 779341). I wasn't looking forward to this game at all given the fact we had lost our previous five league matches, were conceding goals for fun and had one of our main centre-backs suspended. The catering was fine, normal fayre. Oxford United v Exeter City The Holiday Inn Express might not seem like the natural place to go for a pre-match pint, but if youre after somewhere to have a drink near to the ground then this is about the best youre going to find. Nevertheless it boasts a restaurant, bar, free wifi, parking and breakfast - even a playground for the kids. We departed the Lamex Stadum at 12 noon and amazingly were pulling up outside the Kassam Stadium just before 2pm, not bad on one of the worst days of the year for traffic! Away supporters should head for car park B1, opposite the VUE cinema. It would have been a decent day out if the scoreline hadn't been so bad. Walkers: What is the heart-shaped 100k challenge? Iffley Road Sports Centre (OX4 1SR) University Parks - Sports Pitches (OX1 3RF) Marston Road Sports Ground (OX3 0SL) Oxford University Sport is committed to reducing our impact on the environment and reducing congestion in and around Oxford . I would definitely re-visit the Kassam when, inevitably, we play them next season! I journeyed down by supporters coach. The most convenient for away supporters is in the north-west corner, accessed through car park B1 (https://w3w.co/such.casual.tune). Therefore, where possible, we ask members and visitors to make use of walking, cycling and public transport. The club has been in discussions with current leaseholders . One good thing about an away ticket is that whilst in theory it is for a designated seat, they let you sit anywhere. Oxford came out fighting in th second half and we're once again on top, their dominance showed with two goals in the 74th and 87th minute to send the home fans wild, deep into added on time with literally the last touch of the game Vincelot headed to equalise for the bantams earning a good point. Thanks for the 3 points. Oxford is fairly close to Milton Keynes. It was an easy drive across country from Herefordshire via the A417, A40 and A34. The South Stand on one side of the pitch is a two-tiered stand with a row of executive boxes. and the Premier League trophy. The journey on the whole was uneventful and we arrived in good time at 1.30pm. I was five rows from the back right next to the home fans, not that far from the half way line. I was a little concerned about the distance between us and the exits, but I guess in an emergency you would go on the pitch, it just meant a half time comfort break was not worth the effort. So overall a great day out for Southend particularly as results elsewhere ensured we still had a chance of automatic promotion in our last game at home to Macclesfield. Coming back after the game, it still took more than half an hour. Had a hot dog recommended. Oxford United are set to secure management of their training ground after being overlooked by the council during the site's development. We went a bit sloppy after that but won 4-2 in the end. Spencer Matthews looks for brother's body on Everest, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61, Doctors want up to 262 an hour to cover strike, Johnson faces 'punishment' and his 'stitch-up', Sacred coronation oil will be animal-cruelty free. Permits are provided for members of the sports centre, which can be applied-for at reception. Although we lost 2-0 due to a keeper error and then being caught by a quick breakaway by Oxford who look a decent side. Here's the number. The map below shows the three facilities managed by Oxford University Sport across the city of Oxford: -. Behind this area is the large stadium car park. Even more so with a goalkeeper debutant and without striker Rene Howe (suspended). There is usually a smoking pen available for use at half-time only. Half Time Score: Oxford United 0-0 Stevenage Struggling for a Xmas present. Get off at the James Street stop on Iffley Road and walk down to us. Outside the stadium at the West End, there is a statue of an Ox. Ron Atkinson, who would later go on to manager Manchester United, is the clubs appearance record holder and his brother Graham is Oxford Uniteds top scorer. A long drive from Lincolnshire but found the ground okay. Most of the chants and singing were were from the away section, but I guess the home fans didn't have much to sing about! We drove from Milton Keynes and the journey took us a little over an hour, a fairly straightforward journey with not much traffic either. 32.93. We were situated in the car park, well that's how it felt, to one end of the North Stand on the side of the pitch. Second half wasn't great, but Oxford scored late on then missed a penalty soon after and it finished 1-0 to the home side. CAE Oxford has been training aspiring pilots since 1963. There is plenty of parking, its free and the pub is a nice mix of home and away fans, a nice beer garden which I imagine gets very busy during the summer. From the city centre take the Oxford Bus Company City13 towards the John Radcliffe Hospital from Queen's Lane (stop K3). Oxford United train here. Good sized and quality stands but large gaps in corners, giving the weird sensation that you are both at and not at the game, particularly with the large pitch to stand gap. It is ope from 1.30pm (6.45pm for evening games). Arriving before 1pm we found the ground busy with car parks filling quickly and large numbers of fans already making their way on foot. The Kassam Stadium is well built but still don't quite understand why there are only three stands. Before the game we had something to eat at a leisure and bowling complex outside the ground. Carrington Training Centre, sometimes referred to as Carrington, was the training ground of EFL League Two club Bury, leased from Manchester City.The League Two club moved into this complex in early 2015 when previous holders, Manchester City moved into a new 50 million training facility close to its Sportcity home in east Manchester. An alternative walking route is available down Jackdaw Lane, which isoff the Iffley Road. We parked in the car park at the open/missing end of the ground, there is no charge for parking. The roundabouts made things worse with cars cutting in from inside the bus, and outside, making it virtually impassable. You are also able to park your car there for the duration of the game. A bit of sparring from both teams up to the last minute of the half. Oxford United were founded in 1893 as Headington United, not adopting their current name until 1960. Oxford had a deserved 2-0 advantage at the break. Oxford Sports Park will provide fantastic new facilities for people of all ages to get into sport in Oxford, but I think this new partnership, with community teams training right next to Oxford Uniteds stars, will be particularly impactful and inspiring for the citys children. Leg room in the stand was great and the view fantastic. It is near the village of Carrington, Greater Manchester, England, and replaced The Cliff as the club's training ground in 2000. "9011", "AB1", "9980-999") or a city (eg. It was a little embarrassing from a Pompey fans perspective. Then Oxford sealed the 3 points by getting another penalty and scoring making it 3-0 full time. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc.. The ground looks pretty impressive, although it is odd that the fourth stand hasn't been built. Okay until pulling off the Southern Ring Road with only one road to the ground, congestion built up. Overall this was a perfect Good Friday for us as we stopped the rot of losses and picked up a fantastic point away to a side challenging for automatic promotion, all the more impressive as this was only the second time we had not lost an away game since before Christmas. Danny Hylton was apparently wrestled to the ground by Stevenage keeper Jamie Jones. Oxford University Press 4000 CentreGreen Way, Suite 310 Cary, NC 27513 USA. The stadium can be found in between the Oxford Science Park & Blackbird Leys Estate. The atmosphere within the ground is not bad, with the home fans in the Oxford Mail Stand doing their best to raise it. Cash and card are accepted. No claustrophobia here. A 10 minute walk to the stadium. . Wed like to thank BMW for being such great landlords but it is time to move on and we now look forward to working with the City Council and with Fusion because the facilities here will be shared with the whole city and hopefully become a major boost for football in general in Oxford, as well as for United. No other fans were in the pub. Postcode: M31 4BH: Manchester United (Aon . The home fans were very good and no problems can be mentioned. The work didnt resume again until February of 2000. I had never been to the Kassam Stadium and as Oxford United are our biggest rivals, I had to visit for this derby match. They became the first team that had won a major trophy to be relegated out of the Football League. The range of adult and concession prices are listed below, with the East Stand being the most affordable place to watch the game and the South the most expensive: There is also a 2 discount for adults and a 1 discount for everyone else if you hold a membership card. Two more goals in the second half, one each gave an entertaining and deserved 3-2 win to Luton. Leave at Junction 7 for the A329 then get on the B480 and follow the signs. Fortunately I only missed the opening few minutes of the game. At The Kassam Stadium: Getting to the ground beforehand after 5 hours on a coach was shambolic. About Us; Careers; Normally I would be looking forward to the trip, but not this time around. South Stand (Family Area): Outside the stadium is a bronze bull statue which is a more accurate version if less amusing! A bit strange only having 3 stands and very windy once inside but still quite a smart stadium. Well whenever that will be as it looks like we are going to get relegated to League 2. So it may be an idea to allow yourself plenty of time if you are going to travel in this way. Tom Raffan a visiting Southend United fan advises; Its worth noting that the bus from the train station takes a very windy, indirect route so if intending to get the bus from the station then get there by 1.30pm at the latest (for a 3pm kick off). 393m Oxford United Academy . I seem to curse the game, they've lost at least the last 5 I've been to! On hearing the story, they like most opposition fans, wished us well in getting rid of our owners. Again back on the bus caught from the nearby estate. The access is good and the viewing of the game is good with no obstructions in the way. It costs 4 and is available from the away ticket office (cash) or the club shop (cash or card). From the North-use Redbridge Park and Ride. We were going to drive and make a day of it with our wives. FREE GIRLS ONLY GOALKEEPING EVENT FOR KIDS IN OXFORD WITH SIMON EASTWOOD. After a 20 minute walk back to the car, I was quickly back on the M40 and home for 8.30pm another ground-hopping day safely negotiated and with plans already formulating to get the last 3 done asap! I spoke to an Oxford fan about the departure of Matty Taylor and their performance against Luton a few days before. This has a number of strange looking floodlights protruding from its roof. What's the least exercise we can get away with? Summary of overall thoughts of the day out: A great night out giving high flying League Two Oxford United a run for their money. On arrival there was a bizarre lack of direction for the coach driver, although he did make a bit of a drama out of the whole episode, especially as we ended up parking right by the away turnstiles. The ground was very easy to find. Its a nice spot by Sanford Lock to while away a couple of hours. The 24-acre site of the Oxford Sports and Social Club and Oxford Cricket Club has been United's training ground for six years. Reason for going: Its in a nice location though if was coming via train can imagine it's a pain. Oxford United FC fixture list (takes you to the BBC Sports Website). They dealt very well with the issue and only around six fans that I saw were invited to leave. This wasn't. For all bus journeys, disembark at Ferry Road and walk 5 minutes down Edgeway Road, following the walking and cycling instructions. Where to Eat and DrinkAt the stadium there are concessions in each concourse selling hot and cold food (including burgers and excellent pies) and drinks. It has only has three sides and one side and the home end are identical in style with only the Main Stand having an upper tier. One disappointment is the large gaps in the corners, which sets the stands back from the playing surface and means cold winds whistling through in winter. Its also got an excellent cocktail selection and plenty of sprits too. TICKETSThe visiting club manages advance ticket sales for the away end, including tickets for the thirteen wheelchair bays. It was a long drive with the usual pain on the M6 roadworks but once passed that it was easy as anything to get to. Got to the ground and opted to park in the overflow car park, picked a spot facing the exit ready for a speedy getaway. 3) The Kassam Stadium is a ground I've not been to but I had been to the old "Manor Ground" 4) It was on Boxing Day and I try to get a match in as I'm not able get to many Saturday matches. Street parking is available on Edgeway Road should there not be enough space in the sports ground car park. It was built as a replacement for their previous stadium, the Manor Ground, where they had played their football for 75 years. I wish I knew that you could watch the game through the fence before buying my ticket. Whether you are a small group planning a dream sports break or seeking wonderful hospitality for your company clients, Nickes.Com has 20 years of experience in providing unforgettable sporting trips. By Air - Heathrow and Gatwick airports are both reasonably close to Oxford and linked to the city by a bus service that takes around an hour and twenty minutes. Right on half time Carey whipped in a corner and there was Bradley to head in as he did many times last season. Even that took a decade though. But as I already had the tickets for this game, I was determined to go. Inside the bowling alley there is a bar, which also has Sky television and a fast food outlet. We parked at the George Arms on Sandford Road, a 15 minute walk away as above. Prices will only rise as matchday looms closer so dont delay! Continue along the A34 until you see the stadium. Address: Roman Way, Cowley Zip code: OX4 2RY City: Oxford, Oxfordshire Capacity: 1000 Surface: grass A team member will be available to talk to you from. However there were good views of the pitch with no obstructions. Although the positioning of the away fans meant we didn't see that until the highlights afterwards showed it, even though Hylton was clearly backing in to the keeper looking for a foul so a harsh penalty in our opinion. For a team sitting in second place and on the back of a Wembley trip, (and it being Oxford), I expected much much friendlier fans. While parking for free is a rare treat when out at the football, the downside is everyone is trying to squeeze out of one exit on the way back. Parking was free and plenty of spaces behind the open end at ground i.e. This followed a row between the council and former United chairman Darryl Eales in 2016 over the plans for the site. Training and workshops at the University are run by a variety of departments and divisions. Oxford get good gates and generate quite a bit of noise so there is never a feeling of sitting in an empty soulless concrete box. In particular we would like to thank Darryl Eales who has believed in this project throughout his time as Chairman and I think leaves this as a fantastic parting gift for the club, and our new Chairman Tiger who understands the importance of top class training facilities to help move the whole club forward., Mark Munday, Divisional Business Manager for Fusion Lifestyle, said: We are thrilled to have made this agreement with Oxford United. Another highlight was a bunch of children standing outside the ground in the car park "giving it out" to the away fans, probably the most entertaining part of the game! The Oxford fans at the pub made us very welcome and the landlord suggested that I leave my car in the pub car park for the duration of the match as the stadium was only a ten minute walk away. Average Attendance Getting away was easy as our coach was waiting for us outside the away end, and a Police escort away from the ground meant we were on our way out in a matter of moments, and another fantastic journey meant we were arriving back in Stevenage for just after 6.30pm. At least it wasn't a Tuesday night game with no buses running! Supporters should respect the residents only schemes that operate in the nearby streets, as well as the double yellow lines on approach roads. The car park was a bit of a pain to get out of, and we were queuing for around 15 minutes but the journey home after that was fine. The club moved to the Kassam Stadium in 2001, after leaving the Manor Ground, which had been its home for 76 years. Be very careful with road parking and do not park on the grass verges you will be very likely to get a parking ticket. First impressions: We started brightly which was expected and we took the lead in the 40th minute and then doubled it four minutes later meaning it was 2-0 at half time. The total attendance was 9,356 which is a credit for Oxford United at this level. This Away Supporters Guide has been compiled by Oxford United Supporters Panel #bythefansforthefans. The journey takes around 40 minutes and then it is a 15 minute walk to the stadium (see, https://www.oxfordbus.co.uk/services/OXBC/5?date=2022-07-18&direction=outbound). Are there any Covid restrictions at the stadium? after senior councillors agreed the Mini plant could expand. I picked up a ticket and went over to 'Hollywood', where both sets of fans were mingling with no issues. Other services from the city centre which stop a short 5-10 minute walk away from the ground are Stagecoach routes 12 (at Plover Drive in Greater Leys) and 16 (at Carpenter Close in Minchery Farm). We could have sold even more tickets for this game. The game itself nearly gave me a heart attack with both sides going all out for the win. Please do not park at the end of the paved section of Edgeway Road as it blocks access for local residents. I was also heavily delayed in trying to leave the car park after the game as there were only two exits available.