MATCHDAY GUIDE: Melksham Town (A)

The Farm are back on the road this Saturday with a visit to our friends at Melksham Town. If you’re planning to attend, this matchday guide has all the essential information you’ll need beforehand.

Preview:

Melksham Town v Bristol Manor Farm, Saturday 19 October, 3:00pm.

Manor Farm are heading to Melksham aiming to bounce back from a rare tough week. Despite scoring an impressive nine goals in two games, they managed only a solitary point due to defensive vulnerabilities, conceding five goals against Helston in a draw and suffering defeat against Malvern. Despite issues at the back, scoring goals has not been a problem, and there are still positives to take from the past week. Louis Britton scored an impressive four goals midweek, adding to his goal from the previous weekend, while winger Josh Bissett scored a hat-trick against Helston and is also in good form.

Melksham, unbeaten in their first six league games of the season with three wins and three draws, recently ended a run of draws with a convincing away win against Mousehole. They will be looking to challenge for promotion spots this season after a challenging end to the last campaign. Star player Jake Brown returned from injury last week with two goals, leading their strong frontline.

Louis Britton scored a remarkable four goals away at Malvern Town last time round.

Jack’s Stats:

  • Stadium – Oakfields Stadium
  • Manager – Mark Collier
  • Star man – Jake Andrews
  • Founded: 1876
  • Last season – 16th
  • Honours – Western Premier League (Champions), Wiltshire Football League (Champions), Wiltshire Premier Shield (Winners x6), Wiltshire Senior Cup (Winners x8)
  • Notable – Gareth Lewis scored 72 goals in one season (1968-69)

Tickets:

Melksham Town’s Admission Prices 2024/25 Season:

  • Adults – £10
  • Concessions – £8
  • Under 16s – £2

Hospitality:

If you’re heading to Melksham Town FC, the nearest pub is The Milk Churn, which is a 5-minute drive from Oakfields Stadium. It’s a popular spot for both home and away fans, offering a variety of drinks and food options, making it a convenient stop before or after the match.

The Milk Churn is a 5-minute drive from Oakfields Stadium

Travel:

By Car:
If driving from Bristol, take the A4 towards Chippenham, then join the A350 towards Melksham. The journey usually takes around 50 minutes, depending on traffic. Parking is available at the football club.

By Train:
To reach Melksham Town Football Club from Bristol, take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Melksham station. The journey typically requires one change at Bath Spa or Chippenham and takes around 1 hour. From Melksham station, it’s approximately a 15-minute walk to the football club.

Oakfield Stadium, Eastern Way, Melksham SN12 7GU

The Weather:

Light rain and a gentle breeze are set to be the conditions on Saturday afternoon.

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