Christmas is just around the corner, and The Farm will be looking to add some festive cheer with three crucial points at Larkhall. From Bill Ledbury’s preview to travel information, this matchday guide has everything you need to know ahead of the fixture.
Bill’s Preview:
Larkhall Athletic v Bristol Manor Farm – Saturday 21 December, 3pm.
Bristol Manor Farm have just a 16-mile trip to make on Saturday afternoon when they face Larkhall Athletic in their final match before Christmas. Over the years at Plain Ham, now known as the Securitas Stadium, The Farm have enjoyed some great battles with The Larks, most notably last season’s 3-1 win, which arguably galvanised the club both on and off the field. That result played a key role in achieving the club’s highest-ever league finish. Coincidentally, that match also took place on the 23rd of December last year, and Manager Lee Lashenko will be hoping for a similar outcome this time around.
The Farm go into this fixture having collected seven points from a possible nine. They came close to securing three straight wins, but a late Didcot equaliser punished them for missed chances. Larkhall, despite currently sitting in 14th position, have shown they are capable of delivering standout performances. They defeated the likes of Melksham at home and Bideford away in their last three matches. However, those promising displays were overshadowed by a heavy 4-0 defeat away at Malvern in their most recent outing.
the Opposition:
- Stadium – Securitas Stadium (Plain Ham)
- Manager – Ollie Price
- Star man – Jack Camm
- Founded – 1914
- Last season – 6th
- Honours – 2x Western League Premier Division (2010–11, 2013–14) and 1x Les Phillips Cup (2013/14)
tickets:
Here are Larkhall’s admission prices for the 2024/25 season.
- Adults – £11
- Students & 65+ – £8
- Under-16s – £2
Hospitality:
Farmy Army supporters visiting Larkhall Athletic’s Plain Ham have several nearby options for refreshments. The Rose and Crown is a traditional pub offering a selection of drinks and meals in a welcoming atmosphere. Alternatively, Larkhall themselves have plenty of food and drink options available at the ground.
Travel:
By Car:
To travel by car from Bristol Manor Farm FC to Larkhall Athletic FC, head southeast on the A4 (Portway) towards Bath. Continue on the A4 for approximately 12 miles, then take the A36 exit toward Bath/Warminster. Follow the A36 and signs for Larkhall; the journey typically takes around 45 minutes, depending on traffic.
By Train:
For a train journey, from Sea Mills station near Bristol Manor Farm FC, take a train to Bristol Temple Meads. From there, board a service to Bath Spa station. Upon arrival, Larkhall Athletic FC is about 2 miles away; you can reach it by local bus or taxi. The total travel time is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, subject to train schedules and connections.
Plain Ham, Charlcombe Ln, Bath BA1 8DJ.
The Weather:
Here are the conditions for Saturday’s trip to Larkhall Athletic.
