The Rebels will look to stretch their unbeaten run in the National League South to seven matches as they make the trip to Hornchurch this Saturday to take on an Urchins side who are without a win in their last four league outings.
The Ground
Hornchurch Stadium is located in the London Borough of Havering, to the East of the capital. It was first opened in 1956, owned and operated by Hornchurch Urban District Council. Nowadays it is Havering London Borough Council that own it, but it remains the home of Hornchurch Football Club. As well as being a football ground, Hornchurch Stadium is also a location for athletics to take place, with a 400-metre track surrounding the pitch. The venue underwent a renovation in 2004, meaning it has more of the mod-cons and things that people would expect than when it first opened.
The clubhouse is behind one of the goals and has a terrace net to it. The Director’s Box is on the halfway line, with a seating area on one side and a terrace on the other. Opposite that are two stands and a terrace, which is where the away supporters are located on occasions when there is a need for segregation to be put in place.
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate for tomorrow’s match. Prices are as follows:
- Adult: £15.00
- Concession (65+, student with Id): £10.00
- Under 18: £5.00
Travel & Parking
Hornchurch Stadium is actually located in Upminster, Essex – just north of the Dartford River Crossing and is easily accessed via car or public transport.
By Car: Take the M25 to junction 29 on the A127 towards London. Come off at the next major turn-off (signposted to Upminster) and turn left into Hall Lane. Follow this road for about a mile and a half, passing Upminster station on your left, until you come to a major crossroads with traffic lights. Turn right at the lights into St Mary’s Lane. Continue down the hill and take the second turning on the left (Bridge Avenue). The stadium is found about 200 yards down Bridge Avenue on the right.
Car parking is available at the ground on a first come first served basis.
When full, street parking is available along Bridge Avenue and opposite the ground in Brookdale Avenue. Please be aware that there will be increased traffic enforcement in this area on matchdays due to parking across driveways and on double yellow lines. Please park responsibly and with consideration to local households.
By Rail: Nearest BR station is Upminster which is on the Fenchurch Street to Southend/Shoeburyness line. Turn left out of the station and follow the directions above.
By Tube: Upminster Bridge underground station (District line) is also close to the ground. Turn right out of the station, walk under the railway bridge and take the second right turning into Bridge Avenue.
Ground Facilities & Pubs
The club bar is opposite the entrance to the ground and serves a selection of beers, wines and spirits. There are two televisions which will be showing live football.
The bar area overlooks the playing pitch so provides an excellent raised view of the game should you prefer to watch the game from inside the clubhouse. The back of the clubhouse leads onto the decked terrace, also known as ‘Hasbeen’s Hill’, which again provides an excellent raised vantage point from which to view the game.
Pubs near Hornchurch Stadium:
- The Junction – 70 Station Road, Upminster, RM14 2TD
- The Sutton Arms – 14-16 Station Lane, Hornchurch, RM12 6NJ
- The Windmill – Upminster Rd, Upminster RM14 2RB
More Information
For more information, head to Hornchurch’s club website – https://www.hornchurchfc.com/club-information/a-visitors-guide/
Enjoy your visit!
