Whether you’re a loyal member of the Farmy Army or visiting as a Robins supporter, this match promises plenty of action with both teams eyeing crucial points in the race for the play-offs. In this guide, you’ll find all the key information you need for matchday, including a detailed preview, ticket details, and travel advice to ensure you don’t miss a moment of the action.
bill’s Preview:
Bristol Manor Farm are set to host Evesham United at The NL Services Stadium on Saturday afternoon in what marks their return to home turf after two tough away fixtures. Last weekend, The Farm secured a draw against Larkhall Athletic and followed it up with another hard-fought point against league leaders Yate Town. Aron Robbins, enjoying an impressive season, opened the scoring with a well-placed header in the 18th minute of the derby, but the team was denied victory when Joe Guest equalised with less than 20 minutes remaining.
Evesham United, managed by Mike Ford, find themselves in a strikingly similar position to The Farm as they emerge from the festive period. Both sides are firmly in contention for play-off spots, but Evesham hold a slight edge, occupying the 5th and final play-off position, three points ahead of Bristol Manor Farm. This clash is pivotal for both teams, with three points being crucial for The Farm’s ambitions to secure their third play-off campaign in four seasons. Meanwhile, Evesham will aim to bounce back from their Boxing Day defeat to Bishops Cleeve and close out 2024 on a high note.
Speaking to the club, Manager Lee Lashenko expressed his gratitude for the fans’ unwavering support:
“The Farmy Army turned out in full force once again, doing the club proud. It was great to see such strong support, and we’ll need their backing tomorrow at home for another challenging match.”
THE OPPOSITION:
- Stadium – The Spiers & Hartwell Stadium
- Manager – Mike Ford
- Last Season – 7th
- Honors – 1x Worcestershire Senior Cup (2008-09)
- Star Man – Luke Carnell
- Fun Fact – Evesham reached the First-Round of the Emirates FA Cup in 2008, losing 2-0 to Torquay United.
Tickets & Programmes:
- Adults: £10
- Concessions: £7 (Over-65’s / NHS / Armed Forces and Military Veterans)
- Under-16s: £2
- Under-12s: FREE
Printed matchday programmes will be available to purchase at the gate for just £2. Full ticket information can be found here.
Hospitality
Excitement is building around The Farm’s social scene, and our friendly hospitality team is eager to welcome home and visiting supporters inside for some refreshments. This season, we’re offering updated membership passes for just £15, which include a 50p discount on all drinks at the bar.
Our kitchen and serving hatch have now been fully renovated, and we will be providing drinks and some refreshments there. However, if you’re looking for a bite to eat, please stop by Paul inside the food van and enjoy a range of hot foods.
Travel:
Supporters on planning to use public transport have two main options. There are Trains that run to Avonmouth and Severn Beach every 20 minutes from Bristol Temple Meads and you will need to get off at Sea Mills station, followed by a short 5 minute walk to the ground. Supporters travelling by Bus can catch the Portway Park & Ride from the city centre every 10 minutes, and will need to get off outside the ground at the Riverleaze stop.
We offer a FREE Car Park for our supporters. However, we encourage everyone to arrive at the ground well in advance of the match start time, as the parking spaces tend to fill up quickly once players and staff begin arriving for the evening.
The NL Services Stadium, Portway, Sea Mills, Bristol, BS9 2HS.
weather:
Here are the conditions for Saturday’s game on the Portway.
