Bristol Manor Farm hit the road again as they make the short trip up to Gloucestershire From Jack Davies’ preview to travel information, this matchday guide has everything you need to know ahead of the fixture.
Jack’s Preview:
Bishops Cleeve v Bristol Manor Farm – Saturday 11 January, 3pm.
Bristol Manor Farm heads to Bishop’s Cleeve aiming to build on a strong start to the new year. Following an emphatic derby victory, they secured a hard-fought draw at Bideford, where Seth Locke and his defense earned their 10th clean sheet of an impressive season. Remarkably, they have yet to concede a goal in 2025.
Bishop’s Cleeve, familiar opponents of Farm from numerous league and cup clashes in recent seasons, are in excellent form. The Mitres have won three of their last four games, including a commanding 4-1 triumph over Malvern on New Year’s Day. They also netted an impressive nine goals in midweek cup action, with the prolific Ethan Dunbar continuing to shine.
the Opposition:
- Stadium – Everything Active Kayte Lane Stadium
- Manager – Paul Collicutt
- Star man – Ethan Dunbar
- Founded – 1905
- Last season – 9th
- Honours – 3x Hellenic Premier Division Champions
- Fun fact – They defeated Torquay United 3-0 at Kayte Lane in the Emirates FA Cup this season
tickets:
Here are Bishops Cleeve’s admission prices for the 2024/25 season.
- Adults: £8
- Concessions: £5
- 14-Under 18: £3
- Under 14s [MUST be accompanied by an adult]: FREE
Hospitality:
Nearby pubs include The King’s Head, situated at 19 Cheltenham Road, offering a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere and a menu of home-cooked meals. For those preferring to stay closer to the action, Bishops Cleeve FC also has a fully licensed bar and a refreshments café, where supporters can enjoy a variety of food and drinks on-site.
Travel:
Traveling by car from Bristol Manor Farm FC to Bishops Cleeve FC covers approximately 45 miles and typically takes around 1 hour, depending on traffic. The most straightforward route involves taking the M5 motorway northbound, exiting at Junction 10 for Cheltenham, and then following local roads to reach Bishops Cleeve.
For train travel, begin at Bristol Temple Meads and board a service to Cheltenham Spa station. Upon arrival at Cheltenham Spa, local bus services or taxis can transport you to Bishops Cleeve FC, located approximately 5 miles away. Please note that train schedules and connections vary, so it’s advisable to check the latest timetables and plan accordingly.
Kayte Lane, Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 3PD.
The Weather:
Here are the conditions for Saturday’s trip to Kayte Lane. If the past week has anything to go by, bring your layers Farmy Army…
