Get ready for another thrilling away day as Manor Farm head to Thatcham Town. Here is all the preview, statistics, hospitality, and travel information ahead of the match at the Mettal Stadium.
Preview:
Thatcham Town v Bristol Manor Farm – Saturday 2 November 3pm.
Manor Farm face another day on the road as they travel to Thatcham. Farm have been all about late drama recently. They fell to defeat in the 92nd minute at Malvern, clinched victory in the 94th minute away to Melksham, and experienced a dramatic penalty shootout defeat last time out against Havant and Waterlooville. Louis Britton continues to be the man in form; his equaliser in the cup was his 21st goal in all competitions, and he has only failed to score in one of his last twelve games.
Thatcham are having a difficult season and have yet to draw a match this campaign. They have three wins to eight defeats, though two of those wins came against Evesham and Willand, both teams who have taken points off Farm this season. Alfie Bridgeman is one to watch, with the youngster recently representing Malta U21s last month.
Jack’s Stats:
- Stadium – The Mettal Stadium
- Manager – Yashawa Romeo
- Star Man – Alfie Bridgeman
- Founded: 1894
- Last season – 8th
- Honours – 4x Wessex League Cup winners, FA Vase winners, 3x Basingstoke Senior Cup winners
- Fun fact – Former players include Charlie Austin and Lawrie Sanchez
Tickets:
Thatcham Town’s Admission Prices 2024/25 Season:
- Adults – £12
- Concessions – £7
- Under 18s – £3
- Under 16s – £1
Hospitality:
Nearby pubs include The Swan which offers a warm welcome and a selection of pub classic food in a family friendly environment. The cosy bar and lounge also offer a wide selection of cold and hot drinks and plenty of beers to choose from. Thatcham also offer welcome hospitality in their clubhouse with a selection of cold and hot food and plenty of beverage options.
Travel:
By Car:
Thatcham Town Football Club is situated at Waterside Park, near Thatcham in Berkshire. If driving from the M4, take Junction 12 for Theale or Junction 13 for Newbury, and follow the A4 towards Thatcham. The club is easily accessible from the A4 Bath Road; there is parking available at the ground, though it may be limited on busy match days.
By Train:
To reach Thatcham Town Football Club by train, take a service to Thatcham Railway Station, located on the line between Reading and Newbury. From Thatcham Station, the club is about a 20-minute walk, or a short taxi ride. Trains to Thatcham run frequently, particularly from Reading, with travel times from Reading around 20 minutes and from London Paddington about 45 minutes.
The Mettal Stadium, Waterside Park, Crookham Hill, Thatcham RG19 4PA
The Weather:
Here are the conditions ahead of tomorrow’s match at Thatcham.
