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October 30, 2025
Away fans are mostly housed in the East Terrace at one end of the ground. This terrace comprises 12 steps and is covered. The acoustics of this terrace are pretty good, meaning that relatively few fans can make themselves heard. It also helps that, as the stand is prefabricated, fans can bang the panels at the back of the stand to make some more noise.
Although above them, below the roof, the metal panels are mesh-like with holes in them, which certainly let the wind through, which we can only assume is to help the pitch grow at the expense of spectator comfort.
In addition, 200 seats, spread across six rows, are made available to visiting supporters in the Moor Lane Stand at no extra cost to the entrance fee. Both the seating and terraced areas are accessed via the same turnstiles and stadium entrance.
Away fans are separated from the seated home fans by a small area of tarpaulin and a row of stewards. On some grounds, this would attract an element of the home support to take up the area closest to the away fans to taunt and berate visiting supporters at every opportunity.
What is the away allocation at Salford City?
Peninsula Stadium has a capacity of around 1,200 for away supporters.
Concourse facilities/food and drink options inside Peninsula Stadium
Inside the ground, food options include: Pies (all £3), Pies with peas and gravy (£3.50), Double Burgers (with cheese and/or onions £4.50), Burgers (with cheese and/or onions £3.50), Plain Burgers (£3), Hot Dogs (£3.50), Sausage and Chips (£4), a Cone of Chips (£1.50), and a Tray of Chips (£2, with curry or gravy £2.50).
If you’ve seen the documentary ‘Class of 92 Out of their League’ about the Club, you’ll recognise Babs, who manages the food area. The presence of cameramen filming the crowd during the game suggests they might be working on a new series.
Although the back of the stand is exposed, smoking is not allowed by the Club. This policy is enforced by cameras and stewards, who discreetly ask individuals to extinguish their cigarettes. Overall, I found the club staff and stewards to be welcoming, polite, and helpful. Away coaches are parked on Moor Lane, right by the away entrance. During my visit, there was also a burger van outside the ground.
Away entrance
Away fans access the stadium through Turnstile Block A located on Moor Lane, featuring three turnstiles that lead to the East side of the venue. Additionally, there are three other turnstile blocks situated around the stadium for attendees in the North, West, and South stands. In total, Peninsula Stadium boasts 10 turnstiles.
Fans consultation at the Peninsula Stadium
On Tuesday, 9 September, Salford City invited season ticket holders down to the Peninsula Stadium for a consultation as the club looked to push through important changes at the club.
Several club executives were there, including Gary Neville, who spoke with season ticket holders about their hopes for the club and what that could mean for the fan experience at the Peninsula Stadium.
New commercial partner at Salford City
On 12 August 2025, Salford confirmed that AIG, a global leader in insurance and risk management, has joined the club as their long-term commercial partner.
AIG will also be a minority equity investor at the club and become the first Fortune 500 company to take an ownership stake in an EFL League Two Club.
That month, the club announced a new commercial partnership with Coca-Cola which reflects Salford’s continued efforts to build sponsorship income.
This is a powerful endorsement of Salford’s long-term vision since the club’s new ownership was announced.
AIG will support infrastructure upgrades at the Peninsula Stadium, digital fan engagement initiatives, and expanded community programming across Greater Manchester, which will help create the club’s rising brand image.
“We’re thrilled to welcome AIG as a strategic investor in Salford City. Their global track record of innovation and market leadership in business and sports will greatly benefit Salford City FC”, said Gary Neville, Club Co-Owner. “AIG’s investment is a major endorsement of what we’re building, on the pitch, in the Salford community, and beyond.”
New ownership at Salford City
In May 2025, Salford City announced that they had been purchased by a new ownership group, although this new group was still led by David Beckham and Gary Neville.
However, also included in the group was Lord Mervyn Davies and US-based businessman, Declan Kelly., who will now both operate in Chairman roles.
Speaking on the matter, a club statement read: “The new consortium’s investment in Salford City will build on the work undertaken over the last several years by the Class of ‘92 and Peter Lim, who are no longer serving as shareholders. Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes and Philip Neville will continue to contribute to the next step of this journey with roles in the Club across technical, football, commercial, recruitment and the SCFC foundation.
“Consello, one of the world’s leading advisory and investing firms, founded and run by Declan Kelly, will work alongside Salford City to develop a new commercial strategy for the Club. This will be under the leadership of Janey Whiteside, Chief Growth Officer of Consello and former Chief Commercial Officer at Walmart. SCFC is looking forward to bringing on a series of commercial partners across the U.K., U.S., Europe, and Asia.”
Man United u21s move in
Manchester United’s U21 team plays select matches at the Peninsula Stadium, starting with their first game in the Premier League International Cup. This tournament comprises 16 teams from Premier League 2 and 16 additional teams from various European nations. United’s group includes competitors such as PSV Eindhoven, Sparta Prague, and FC Nordsjælland.
Salford City Council take over the stadium
Salford City Council have completed a deal to buy out The Peel Group’s 50% stake, taking full control of the stadium and nearly 25 acres of surrounding land for a reported fee of £7.7 million.
The purchase secures not just the main stadium but also training pitches, car parks, and other plots earmarked for future development.
The council have described this as an opportunity to shape regeneration, strengthen community use, and ensure the stadium plays a central role in the city’s future.
Being so close to Manchester, and being owned by Manchester United legends, it’s no surprise that the Peninsula Stadium has been visited by a lot of famous people.
Neville, Butt, and Scholes
Three of the club’s owners, are famous in their own rights. Neville, Butt, and Scholes are often seen at Salford City FC games. While they only make up three of the ownership group, you’ll see these three at the ground the most often.
Roy Keane
Keane is not one of the Salford City FC owners but is frequently seen watching the team play.
Check out a video compilation of Salford City chants below:
The Peninsula Stadium has undergone a stunning transformation compared to just a few years back. The previous setup has been entirely replaced by four new stands, with the corners closed off, effectively creating an entirely new stadium. Achieving all this in just ten months is truly impressive.
South Stand
The most recent addition was the South Stand on the Neville Road side of the stadium. This entirely seated stand replaces the old Main Stand and features a straightforward design with six rows of seats. Interestingly, at the rear of the stand, there’s a small standing area next to the East Terrace, likely intended to mimic a traditional standing section from the previous ground; otherwise, an all-seated arrangement would be expected. A tall retaining ‘wall’ extends to the roof at the back of the stand. The team’s dugouts are situated at the front, while elevated boxes for security and media are positioned at each corner of the Neville Road Stand.
Moor Lane Stand
While the Nevile Road Stand has replaced the old Main Stand, the new Moor Lane Stand across the way boasts more facilities, including glass-walled corporate areas at the back. Like Nevile Road Stand, it offers all-seated accommodations and reaches a comparable height. Ticket holders in this stand enjoy exclusive access to the 92 Bar before each match. For Saturday matches, the bar opens at 13:00 and closes at 19:00, while it opens at 18:00 on weekdays and closes at 21:15.
West and East Stands
Both the newly renovated terraces feature the West Terrace, which was the first new stand built for the stadium. The East Terrace, situated across from the West Terrace, closely resembles its counterpart and is designated for away supporters.
The pitch has a noticeable slope that descends from the Moor Lane Stand to the opposite Nevile Road Stand, clearly evident in the slant of the West Terrace roof as well.
After the match, fans in the West and South stands can access the 92 Bar. It’s important to mention that the Buck’s Bar will close during the second half of games that do not offer post-match entertainment.
Other things to note about Peninsula Stadium
From the North Eastern corner, the tall spire of St Paul’s Church stands out, surrounded by several tall trees that lend a leafy appearance to the area outside the stadium. One of the most striking features of the stadium is its floodlights, designed in the shape of the Club badge, which are particularly eye-catching due to their illuminated red outline. Before kick-off, the teams make their entrance to the Pogues’ song ‘Dirty Old Town.’
In October 2017, Sir Alex Ferguson officially opened the new Moor Lane ground, which was renamed the Peninsula Stadium following a corporate sponsorship agreement.
* Although Salford began using Moor Lane in 1978, the venue had been utilised for various sports for many years prior.
For fans planning to visit the club shop, Salford offers this guidance: “The club shop is accessible only from outside the stadium via Moor Lane. Once you pass through the turnstiles, you cannot enter the club shop until segregation is lifted after the full-time whistle.”
The following pubs are within walking distance of the Peninsula Stadium are more than happy to welcome away fans at matchday:
- Church Inn – 40 Church Lane, M25 1AR
- Red Lion – 398 Bury Road, M25 1AR
- Dover Inn – 15 Fenney Street, M7 2ZG
Salford City try to provide their fans with the best possible experience when it comes to food and drink at the Peninsula Stadium with their kiosks offering various options.
The club works with ‘The Difference Group’ to offer fans classic matchday products such as burgers and hot dogs in addition to some ‘out-there’ options as seen by the posts on social media below.
Please note that the Peninsula Stadium is a cashless venue so make sure you have a card on you wen you visit the stadium if you want to buy food and drink.
The spicy dog at Salford City (@SalfordCityFC)
? £4.50 pic.twitter.com/bkmD5n0M9A
— Footy Scran (@FootyScran) March 29, 2022
Curry and chips at Salford City (@SalfordCityFC)
? £3.50 pic.twitter.com/EZaWlgfljL
— Footy Scran (@FootyScran) January 7, 2022
Metrolink
The closest Metrolink Tram Stop is Crumpsall Tram Station, located on the route to Bury. It is approximately 1.5 miles from the Peninsula Stadium, taking about 30 to 35 minutes to walk. At the top of the stairs at Crumpsall, turn left onto Station Road, then take a right onto Seymour Road. Continue along this road to its end, then take a right onto Bury Old Road.
Proceed until you see a white sign on your left that reads “City of Salford.” Here, turn left onto Singleton Road. Follow this road for around a mile, veering slightly right at Upper Park Road, until you reach a set of traffic lights.
Go straight across onto Moor Lane, and the stadium will be on your left, just outside the away end. You can catch the tram from either Piccadilly or Victoria Stations in Manchester City Centre.
Thanks to visiting Northampton Town fan, Giles Lawrence for the walking directions above.
By Train
While smaller railway stations are somewhat closer to Moor Lane, it’s not worth the trip since they are still nearly three miles from the ground. The nearest mainline station is Manchester Victoria, located just over three miles away, which is likely too far to walk. You can either take a taxi or catch First Bus No: 97 or 98 from the Victoria Station approach along Bury New Road towards Bury. This bus stops shortly after the end of Moor Lane (referring to the road, not the ground), just past the Hazeldean Hotel. The bus ride takes about 18 minutes.
Additionally, the X43 Witchway Bus travels along Bury New Road towards Skipton, running every 15 minutes on Saturday afternoons. You can catch it from Manchester City Centre at Chorlton Street (Stop EZ) or at Princess Street/Arora Hotel (Stop SG). Furthermore, from Chorlton Street (Stop EZ), the Red Express X41 heading to Accrington also drops off at the end of Moor Lane on Bury New Road. The return fare for adults is approximately £4. For more details, please visit the Transport For Greater Manchester website.
The nearest Metro Tram stop to the Peninsula Stadium is at Crumpsall, which is approximately one and three-quarters miles away to the east and would take about 35 minutes to walk.
By Car
Moor Lane is situated a little over two miles from Junction 17 of the M60. While the ground is not in Salford itself, it is in the adjacent area of Kersal.
From the M60 at Junction 17, head onto the A56 towards Manchester City Centre. Proceed straight along the A56, and after passing a Lidl store on the left, with Carphone Warehouse directly across the road, take the third right (at the traffic lights, signposted Oaklands Hall/St Paul Church) into Moor Lane. For the main entrance, take the next left into Nevile Road, and you’ll find the ground on the right, just past the school.
Parking
There is no parking for visiting supporters at the ground itself, and the surrounding streets primarily operate under a residents-only scheme. However, I observed that some Salford fans appeared to have secured residents passes, as evidenced by their vehicles parked nearby. Be sure to check the signage on lamp posts for information regarding parking restrictions, as wardens actively patrol on matchdays.
Alternatively, you can find street parking along Moor Lane, which leads to the away entrance, as well as some additional options on further streets like Kersal Moor Road. This parking choice is advantageous, allowing for an easier exit post-match, since at the top of Kersal Moor Road, you can turn right toward Prestwich for the M60 North or left toward Swinton for the M61 and M60 South.
Park & Ride
For most matches, the Club operates a Park & Ride service from the IT Lab premises, on the Agecroft Industrial Estate (M27 8SJ). The cost is £2.
Peninsula Stadium’s capacity currently stands at 5,108, with the club’s current record attendance being 4,591.
The stadium hasn’t always had this capacity with the biggest changes coming in 2016, shortly after the Class of 92 became involved with the club.
Heavy construction work saw the overall capacity at the stadium increase from 1,600 to 5,108 with 2,246 seats installed. Former Man Utd manager, Sir Alex Ferguson, was on hand to re-open the stadium once the work was completed.
There are no stadium tours currently on offer by Salford City.
Peninsula Stadium is located in Greater Manchester, a place with bustling social, cultural and economic activities.
Out of the many things you can do in the area, here are some places worth visiting.
Salford Museum and Art Gallery
This is one place you should check out if you visit Greater Manchester, especially before a match at Peninsula Stadium, the home of Salford City.
Salford Museum and Art Gallery is approximately two miles from the stadium, and that means it will take you just 10 minutes to get there by car. It is a great recreational spot for those who want to learn about the history of the Suffragette movement and the city’s heritage.
Kersal Wetlands
Wetlands aren’t everyone’s favourite when touring a place, but we recommend Kersal Wetlands for a peaceful getaway and an exciting birdwatching experience. It’s a great location to relax after a match at Peninsula Stadium, as it’s just 0.5 miles away.
You should know that the Kersal Wetlands offer a breathtaking view of the woodlands of Kersal Dale, the River Irwell, as well as the Manchester skyline. Moreover, there is a little bit of something for everyone over at Kersal Wetlands. If you are a dog person, you may be interested to know that the Kersal Wetlands offer a lovely environment for walking your pet.
Moreover, there are also cycle paths for visitors, as well as ten hectares of beautiful wildflower habitat to explore with your family and friends. It’s a truly can’t-miss experience that is within close proximity of Peninsula Stadium.
The good people at Kersal Wetlands, however, do ask visitors to keep their pets under control, especially during the bird nesting season, which is from March to June, as most ground-nesting birds are at risk.
Drinkwater Park
Drinkwater Park, located 1.5 miles away, is a seven-minute drive from Peninsula Stadium. It is a green space with plenty to see, and ideal for both locals and visitors looking for some tranquillity. Most importantly, it is the ideal location for a family picnic as it hosts several family-friendly outdoor activities.
Other places to visit near the Peninsula Stadium
- Heaten Park – 2.5 miles away
- Manchester City Centre – 3 miles away
- Prestwich Golf Course
Peninsula Stadium, also known as the Moor Lane Ground, is the current home of Salford City F.C. The Club is based in Greater Manchester, England.
Even though football has been played at Moor Lane since 1901, the ground was originally home to Salford Rugby Club. Back then, Salford City F.C. were known as Salford Central and moved into the ground in 1978, which was 38 years after the club was established. The club played in various local venues before moving to Peninsula Stadium.
For many years, the stadium remained a modest non-league venue, reflecting the club’s position in lower divisions. However, with the club currently playing in League Two (2025/26 season), a lot of improvements have taken place at the Stadium to meet the rising expectations among fans.
In 2014, when former Manchester United players bought the club, popularly known as the ‘Class of 92’, comprising Gary Nevil, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt, Phil Nevil and others, it came with a major investment. This further elevated the status of Peninsula Stadium.
A complete redevelopment of the Moor Lane Ground followed suit, with rebuilding to the current modern venue taking centre stage. In October 2017, former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson formally unveiled the renovated ground, marking its rebirth and renewed hope among fans. Today, the pitch has a capacity of 5,100, of which 2,200 are seats. It was later renamed Peninsula Stadium for sponsorship reasons.
In 2019, the club was promoted to the EFL for the first time, with a modern stadium to support their ambitions and rapid growth.
Record attendance
4,518 vs Leeds United
League Cup 2nd Round, 13 August 2019.
Average attendance
- 2024-2025: 2,772 (League Two)
- 2023-2024: 3,077 (League Two)
- 2022-2023: 3,016 (League Two)
- 2021-2022: 1,660 (League Two)
- 2020-2021: 0 (Covid) (League Two)
- 2019-2020: 2,997 (League Two)
Home fans enter the North Stand through Turnstile Block C, while away fans use Turnstile Block A near St. Paul’s Church. Wheelchair bays are available in both sections via their turnstiles on Moor Lane. The South Stand is accessed from Turnstile Block B on Nevile Road, near St. Paul’s Primary School, with a wheelchair bay also available.
Away supporters can enter the East Stand and the away section of the North Stand via Turnstile Block A on Moor Lane. Coaches drop off and pick up outside the turnstile. A ramp from the main entrance provides wheelchair access, and all facilities in the South Stand are on one level for easier access.
West Stand
Adult:
Category C: £15
Category B: £17
Category A: £20
Senior:
Category C: £12
Category B: £14
Category A: £16
Young Adult:
Category C: £10
Category B: £12
Category A: £14
Youth:
Category C: £10
Category B: £12
Category A: £14
Junior: £5 (All Categories)
North & South Stands
Adult:
Category C: £17
Category B: £19
Category A: £22
Senior:
Category C: £15
Category B: £17
Category A: £19
Young Adult:
Category C: £15
Category B: £17
Category A: £19
Youth:
Category C: £12
Category B: £14
Category A: £16
Junior:
Category C: £5
Category B: £7
Category A: £10
Ground Layout
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Salford City v Plymouth Argyle
League 2
Tuesday 11th February 2020, 7.45pm
Tony MacRae (Plymouth Argyle)
Salford City v Plymouth Argyle
League 2
Tuesday 11th February 2020, 7.45pm
Thomas Inglis (Neutral Visiting Dundee United Fan)
Salford City v Plymouth Argyle
League Two
Tuesday 11th February 2020, 7.45pm
Kevin Nash (Neutral)
Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting the Peninsula Stadium?
I have been to the ground before to watch my local non-league team Maidenhead United when they were both in the National League. I was working in the area and fancied watching an evening game.
How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking?
I stayed at a local hotel just a mile or so away, the drive was simple. Parking last time was a nightmare but this time I managed to park in St Pauls Road, which is a turn off Bury New Road just before the Moor Lane. You don't need a permit and its as close to the ground you can get.
What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly?
The queues at the ground put me off eating there this time, but the food at the ground looked good.
What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the Peninsula Stadium?
I have been before and was a bit underwhelmed. As this was an evening match it was cool to see their floodlights which are shaped like their club badge. It is a very tidy and smart stadium, it just seems so anonymous. There is no mention that I could see of Salford FC, inside or out. Just the Peninsula Stadium which could be any sort of sports complex.
Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc..
I decided to stand with the Plymouth fans. I was amazed and applaud their fans, a 600 mile round trip on a freezing February evening. They filled the stand and must have had half of the total attendance. It was a fantastic atmosphere and a fabulous game. At one point Plymouth went 2-1 up and it was total chaos in the stand, but amongst all that Salford equalised within a minute. One of the Salford stewards seemed to annoy some of the Plymouth fans and it became very heated. It was only calmed down when this particular steward was deployed elsewhere in the ground. The other stewards kept order well in that powder keg of emotion.
Plymouth scored the winner in the 92nd minute and it was complete pandemonium, it was one of the best-celebrated goals I have ever been amongst, fans hanging off the barriers – Excellent game & atmosphere! We had high winds, snow, hail, everything really. Both teams played well, but after that, I hope that Plymouth get promoted. I still can't believe how many fans they brought up midweek. I had thought as a League Club and a wealthy one, that they would have installed a scoreboard, but it is still great to be so close to the action.
Comment on getting away from the ground after the game:
It was easy, I ran back to the car and drove back to the hotel.
Summary of overall thoughts of the day out:
As a neutral, it was one of the best games I have ever been too – The atmosphere generated by the Plymouth fans was fantastic. As on my last visit, the Salford fans seemed very quiet and only made noise when they scored. They didn't sing at all, I have seen the Class of 92 TV show and thought that they would be more noisier, they do have good support though and a decent team.
Salford City v Plymouth Argyle
League 2
Tuesday 11th February 2020, 7.45pm
Ivor Ough (Plymouth Argyle)
Salford City v Plymouth Argyle
League 2
Tuesday 11th February 2020, 7.45pm
Colin (Plymouth Argyle)
Salford City v Crawley Town
League 2
Saturday 8th February 2020, 3pm
Dan Maguire (Crawley Town & Doing the 92)
Salford City v Crawley Town
League 2
Saturday 8th February 2020, 3pm
Stephen Webb (Crawley Town)
Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting the Peninsula Stadium?
Like most fans, a new ground and club to the league and on paper two well-matched teams should have made for a good game.
How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking?
Straight forward train up to Manchester then taxi to the ground. Taxi's were pre-booked using the Street Cars app and cost around £8 each way. The Taxi journey was about 20 minutes from and to the Printworks.
What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly?
Met up in Manchester at the Printworks as there is nothing near the ground. I didn't come in contact with any home fans at all.
What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the Peninsula Stadium?
On first appearances, it looked quite a nice ground in a rather posh leafy suburb of Manchester. Definitely not in Salford. The stands are small and just aluminum though at least they are covered. The pitch is sloped towards the dugouts.
Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc..
The game itself didn't live up to expectations, a 0-0 bore draw, though the lack of any noise or atmosphere from the home fans probably didn't help. The 290 away fans were making all the noise. The stewards and staff were all friendly and helpful. As for the facilities, the toilets are the worst I've experienced, housed in containers. Even Gillingham's trench is better. The pies were awful. I had a meat and potato pie. It weighed a ton and could have used it as a brick. The filling was just mashed, well not sure what it was, but certainly couldn't find any meat. My daughter had chips that were cold.
Comment on getting away from the ground after the game:
Getting away from the ground was fine as we'd pre-booked a taxi.
Summary of overall thoughts of the day out:
Overall we had a good day out, but as for going back, it's ticked off now, so probably won't bother. A ground to forget, not remember.
Salford City v Crawley Town
League 2
Saturday 8th February 2020, 3pm
Clive (Doing 92)
Salford City v Port Vale
EFL Trophy 3rd Round
Tuesday 7th January 2020, 7.45pm
David Adams (Port Vale)
Salford City v Walsall
League 2
Saturday 4th January 2020, 3pm
Gazman (Walsall)
Salford City v Crewe
Alexandra League 2
Thursday 26th December 2019, 3pm
Roger (Crewe Alexandra)
Salford City v Exeter City
League 2
Saturday 14th December 2019
John Baker (Exeter City)
Salford City v Exeter City
League 2
Saturday 14 December 2019
Steve Ellis (Exeter City)
Why were you looking forward to going to the Peninsula Stadium?
As for so many this year this was a new ground and for me completed all the League 2 grounds for another season.
Peninsula Stadium How easy was your journey and finding the ground?
I travelled up on the supporters coach for this fixture, leaving Exeter just at 7.30am and arriving just before 2pm
What did you do before the game, pub, chippy….home fans friendly?
On arriving at the ground we had opted to go straight through the turnstiles and make use of the bar area behind the stand, not ideal with a cold wind. Unfortunately, the club shop cannot be accessed pre-match as that is beyond the home turnstiles so only accessible post-match if you have time. Programmes are on sale just inside the turnstiles.
What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end and then other sides of the Peninsula Stadium?
From the outside, the ground looks like a do it yourself job, inside it’s all under one roof, the view is excellent with no supporting pillars. Leg room is also good if you choose to sit.
5. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, refreshments etc.
The game was good to watch with Exeter running out as 1-0 winners in what was an entertaining end to end match. Plenty of noise was made from the away end but did not hear much from the home end. The stewards were friendly and helpful. Beer is available in the away end priced at £3.50, there is choices of pies with peas and gravy for £4 which I was told were tasty. As for the toilets, they are cabins, small, cold and not very clean nor pleasant to walk in.
Comments on getting away from the ground after the game.
Getting away afterwards was easy as I was on the supporters coach, an easy run out to the motorway and back in Exeter just after 11 pm
Attendance: 2,992 (692 away fans)
Salford City v Wolverhampton Wanderers U21's
EFL Trophy Second Round
Tuesday, 3rd December 2019, 7.45pm
Josh Gripton (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
Salford City v Swindon Town
League 2
Saturday 16th November 2019, 3pm
Erik Williams (Doing the 92)
Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting the Peninsula Stadium?
This was the last of the 92 for me. Now I can relax a bit.
How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking?
I arrived at Piccadilly station. I'd bought a PlusBus ticket with my railway ticket. I took the tram to Shudehill (on the way to Rochdale and Bury) from Piccadilly. Then I got a 97 bus to Moor Lane. The bus journey time was about 25 minutes. As the stadium isn't far down Moor Lane, there's no point in waiting for a 93 particularly. The Hazeldean Hotel sign, although large and red, isn't easy to read, so keep your wits about you or ask the driver to put you off.
What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly?
Although I got there at 13:10, there were already people milling about. The turnstile gates were marked 'tickets' or ' cash'. There was no sign of a ticket office. But perhaps I'm unobservant. Some people had tickets. Two other neutrals and I were directed to the Neville Road entrance. I stood with the Salford supporters in the West Stand. I'd have preferred to sit, so I should have gone in through another gate. I'll have to read the signs more carefully in future. The turnstiles opened at 13:30. The few home fans I talked to were friendly enough. If non-Midlands teams are playing, I support the home team, at least notionally.
What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the Peninsula Stadium?
I can believe that the ground was constructed in 10 months. It's a rectangular, metal structure and looks the same on all sides, especially inside. This fact, the steel fences, and the containers used as food outlets gives the whole stadium an impersonal, industrial appearance. There's none of the quirky scruffiness other stadiums have.
Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc..
There were pies, hot dogs, pasties, and beer. A steward let me through the gate to use the toilet in the North Stand area even though there were toilets in the West Stand area, which he presumably didn't know about. I could see inside a ladies' cubicle. So be careful, girls. The East Stand was full of Swindon supporters. Most seats were taken. Rooney scored an early penalty for Salford after a foul by the Swindon goalie. Doyle soon equalised with a shot from the left. He scored a penalty soon into the second half Then Yates scored for Swindon after the Salford goalie dropped the ball. Rooney scored a from a penalty with literally the last kick of the game. So 2-3. Swindon were now top of the League.
Comment on getting away from the ground after the game:
I walked along back along Neville Road, which leads into Moor Lane. The first two buses on the main road were full. I finally got a 97. Buses seemed reasonably frequent. Traffic in central Manchester was heavy. It took me about 70 minutes to get from the stadium to Piccadilly, although I could have shortened this by getting a tram from Victoria (towards Newcastle-under-Lyne) instead of Shudehill.
Summary of overall thoughts of the day out:
A decent game of football after some confusion getting into the stadium. A sense of achievement having done the 92. I've been to places I wouldn't normally have gone to. I like to have a look around a town if I have time rather than just go to a football match. So I've seen quite a bit.
Salford City v Swindon Town
League 2
Saturday 16th November 2019, 3pm
Peter Pleasants (Neutral Visiting Barnsley Fan)
Salford City v Cheltenham Town
League 2
Saturday 14th September 2019, 3pm
Ian Howitt (Doing the 92)
Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting the Peninsula Stadium?
With Salford’s promotion to the Football League, it was needed to re-complete the 92 (Again)!
How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking?
A simple journey from my home in Essex. The ground itself is surrounded by houses and no parking areas, however, the club runs a fairly good park and ride scheme. This costs £2 to park in what appears to be a factory car park and a bus then ferries you to the ground which about 8 to 10 minutes away. Collected at the end of the game and dropped back for 2 quid was not to be sniffed at. A warning, however, the premises is not that big, I was there just prior to 2 and got one of the last spaces.
What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly?
As stated the area by the ground is residential with little in the way of watering holes, cafes, take always in the vicinity. However, within the ground there is a good selection of drink, eats etc. All reasonably priced. Whether this extends to the away end I don’t know as I was in with the home fans. The home fans seemed friendly enough although there is not really a huge hardcore fan base as would be expected from a side that has flown through the leagues. Many of those present were sporting the colours of other local sides, big and small.
What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the Peninsula Stadium?
The ground is a very tidy ground, a lot of though I think has gone into its design. As stated the facilities behind the home end are highly impressive, all made from containers with one being the club shop. Both sides are seated although there is a smattering of standing space behind the seats on one side, both ends are terracing with a decent rake to allow for a good view.
Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc..
The game was okay, and the visitors, Cheltenham won comfortably with a goal in each half. The atmosphere was more akin to a pre-season friendly as although Salford’s younger element behind the goal tried to make a noise it generally was snuffed out by apathy. To be fair their side's performance would not have helped. It was all friendly to be fair, and a pleasant environment. Stewards were more of the type to smile and say hello and were hardly noticed.
Comment on getting away from the ground after the game:
A 5-minute wait for the bus, ten minutes to the car and I was away heading southbound.
Summary of overall thoughts of the day out:
I enjoyed it. A lot has been written about the owners and their ‘Project’ and I understand why. I am not a fan of smaller clubs being bankrolled through the leagues in a similar way to Rushden, Fleetwood, Forest Green etc but Salford I feel are a little different. Mai lay as the guys putting the money up are footballing people and some of the vast amounts swilling around at the upper echelons has filtered down, albeit indirectly. What impressed me the most, however, is the admission price of £10 has not increased since the Conference North days of 2 years ago, with concessions only £5. That has to be applauded and I think is commendable. It was noticeable how many parents were in the crowd with youngsters, with a visit here being so much more affordable.
Salford City v Forest Green
League 2
Saurday 4th September 2019, 3pm
Steve Smytheman (Doing the 92 again)
Salford City v Leyton Orient
League 2
Saturday 31st August 2019, 3pm
Tim Scales (Leyton Orient)
Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting the Peninsula Stadium?
A new ground to tick off for me and there is something of a rivalry between Orient and this lot after we beat them to the title despite the money that they have spent.
How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking?
The journey from my house in Norwich was a long but relatively plain-sailing one. The A47 and A17 are among some of the worst roads known to man but they were clear. Up the A1 until Leeds, then M62 pretty much all the way to the ground. Car parking was difficult as there was little street parking on matchday but we did manage to find a space not too far from the ground.
What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly?
We visited the Friendship Inn for a pint before the game and it was decent enough. The home fans were more often than not converted from Manchester United to Salford and it showed in this pub. We didn’t really speak to any of them but they were harmless enough.
What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the Peninsula Stadium?
Having been practically rebuilt in the past few years, Salford’s ground is clean and tidy enough but lacking in character and it is very uniform. It feels slightly makeshift – built so that it can be expanded easily should Salford continue to improve and add to their fan base.
Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc..
It was a game of two halves as it has been on several occasions already this season for Orient. Salford started out the stronger side, scoring the opener on 13 minutes when no defender closed down Ritchie Towell and he thundered home a volley from the edge of the box. Dean Brill made a huge save to keep the East Londoners in it and Orient improved after half time. Louis Dennis squandered the best chance for Orient when he blazed over a rebound despite an unguarded net. Orient weren’t to be denied, however, and it was a howler from Salford keeper Chris Neal that gifted a point. James Brophy drove down the left, put the ball into the danger area and Neal failed to claim before swiping a leg at the ball to attempt to clear, only to put it into his own net. It was a delightfully ugly yet beautiful goal for Orient and the point was well-earned.
The atmosphere was distinctly lacking from the home end, although Salford’s seemingly most vocal support was at the other end of the ground. I’m not sure that made too much difference and the ground was hardly rocking when they scored either. The facilities at Peninsula Stadium aren’t great in the away end, with barely anyone in the one kiosk for food and drink. I went down 5 minutes before half time but gave up as the queue had barely moved.
Comment on getting away from the ground after the game:
There was a bit of commotion outside the away end which I stayed well clear of and I’m not sure what caused it. After picking up a burger from a stand outside the ground and walking back to my car, there was not too much traffic on the road as I headed to my hotel in Salford Quays.
Summary of overall thoughts of the day out:
A good point from a goal down at a tidy enough ground.
Salford City v Port Vale
League 2
Saturday 17th August 2019, 3pm
Ian Bradley (Neutral)
Salford City v Port Vale
League 2
Saturday 17th August 2019, 3pm
Alex Thomson (Port Vale)
Salford City v Leeds United
Haribo cup or whatever it’s called!
Tuesday 13th August 2019, 7:45pm
Shaun (Leeds United)
Salford City v Stevenage
League 2
Saturday 3rd August 2019, 12:30pm
Thomas (Stevenage)
Salford City v Stevenage
League 2
Saturday 3rd August 2019, 12:30pm
John Scott (Doing the 92)
Salford City v Stevenage
League 2
Saturday 3rd August 2019, 12:30pm
Andrew Bartlett (Doing the 92)
Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting the Peninsula Stadium?
Along with the new Spurs stadium this was all I needed to complete the current 92. I took a cruise along the Manchester Ship canal last year and had a brief glimpse of the stadium so wanted to see it close up.
How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking?
Living in the Midlands it was an easy trip via the M6 and M60. We arrived very early for the 12.30 kick-off and parked on Kersall Road. It was deserted when we arrived, but packed when we got back after the game.
What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly?
There is literally nothing to do around the stadium. So after getting in for a very reasonable £10 adult and £5 concession we eat and drank inside. Had very nice curry and chips for £5. Sadly the craft beer concession was shut. So had a pretty good pint of Tetley's for £3. Didn't really speak much to home fans – there was a large contingent of people like us though doing the 92.
What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the Peninsula Stadium?
It is a bit of a shame that the ground is totally fenced off – so before the turnstiles open you couldn't access the ticket office or club shop. Once inside we found it a pleasant, modern if modest stadium, well suited to league football especially as it has cover on all four sides.
Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc..
The game itself was rather low key, Stevenage might have had two penalties early in the game. But once the home side took the lead it was an easy victory. Not fantastic football, but I have seen worse.
Comment on getting away from the ground after the game:
As suggested on this website, after the game we headed away from the stadium by turning right out of Kersall Road and then left at the roundabout. Eventually, after missing one poorly marked exit, we were back on the M60 and home in the Midlands in just over two hours.
Summary of overall thoughts of the day out:
A very pleasant day out at a new stadium. The only negative comment is that Salford City didn't seem to recognise that there would be a good number of neutrals attending. For example, you couldn't buy a ticket before the day, and then they shut the ticket office at 10.00 am. We were told that all seats were sold out. Looking around during the game they clearly were not. Will be interesting to see how they handle the arrival of Leeds in the League Cup.
Salford City v Stevenage
League 2
Saturday 3rd August 2019, 12:30pm
James Walker (Stevenage)
Salford City v Bromley
National League
Saturday 30th March 2019, 3pm
Richard Mackey (Bromley)
Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting the Peninsula Stadium?
Manchester is a great city for a football weekend away, and I have a friend who lives there and is willing to give me a bed for the night – so I was always going to travel up for this match and then stay over.
How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking?
A train from London into Manchester Piccadilly. Then a twenty-minute walk through the city centre to the bus stop on Great Ducie Street. Got off at Moor Lane, then it's a short walk to the ground.
What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly?
I had a beer and then some food beforehand in Central Manchester. I was surprised not to see any fans at all on the bus I got, but there was a reason for this. There are hardly any facilities near the ground as it's in a residential area, but there are a range of bars and food options behind the home end, and clearly, the home fans get to the ground early to use these facilities. What was on offer looked pretty good and was notably cheap for a football ground. If I visited again I would eat and drink here rather than in the city centre.
What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the Peninsula Stadium?
I was impressed by this ground – Salford City have a lot of money behind them but they've spent it well in constructing the best non-league venue (discounting clubs that used to be in the league) I've been to. It's a compact 5,000 at the moment, but there's enough room around three of the sides for the ground to be expanded if the club continues to prosper. The away end has a roof to help fans make some noise, and seats were available too along the side as there wasn't really any segregation for this match. I particularly liked the floodlights in the shape of the club crest – touches like that show the architect has put some thought into the design and hasn't just churned out an identikit box of a ground.
Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc..
Salford were on top for a lot of the game as expected, but Bromley defended well to keep the score goalless. Strangely it all went wrong for Bromley after scoring in the 85th minute – we immediately shifted into ultra-defensive mode, invited a lot of pressure and let Salford score an 88th minute equaliser and then a 93rd minute winner. Had Bromley not taken the lead they probably wouldn't have lost the game.
Comment on getting away from the ground after the game:
The away end is at the 'right' end if you're getting a bus back into town, so I managed to get near the front of the bus stop queue. Lots of buses go down Bury New Road so you wouldn't have to wait too long in any case.
Summary of overall thoughts of the day out:
I'd happily visit again, but Salford are clearly heading for the Football League and will stay there when they arrive, so the chances of future visits with Bromley are slim. I'd expect this to be a popular trip for other away fans.
Salford City v Shrewsbury Town
FA Cup 1st Round Replay
Wednesday 21st November 2018, 7.45pm
Danny Davies (Shrewsbury Town)
Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting the Peninsula Stadium?
This was a new ground and indeed it's now put me onto 81 out of the 92, so getting there.
How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking?
I travelled on our away travel coaches and it took around 1 hour 40.
What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly?
There isn't really a lot near to the stadium, so ventured straight into the ground. The floodlights are pretty cool and very noticeably in the shape of Salfords club badge. There was temporary food and drink bars at the rear of the stand. I had a pie and a tea which did the job.
What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the Peninsula Stadium?
The whole ground was new, but all very modular. You could see how it was constructed in such a fast time. The terrace floor was steel rather than concrete, so each segment of the stands was pre-made before installing it on a concrete base. The atmosphere was pretty good, better than some much larger grounds I've visited.
Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc..
The game was a proper cup tie, Shrewsbury won 3-1 so the 500 hard-core travelling fans went home happy after just sacking their manager days before.
Comment on getting away from the ground after the game:
We had no problems leaving the stadium and we were home just before midnight.
Summary of overall thoughts of the day out:
A cool little ground that I imagine will improve over time.
Salford City v Hartlepool United
National League
Tuesday 25th September 2018, 7.45pm
Tony Smith (Doing the 134 + 24)
Salford City v FC Halifax Town
National League
Tuesday 14th August 2018, 7.45pm
Michael Cromack (FC Halifax Town)
Salford City v Maidstone United
National League
Saturday 9th August 2018, 3pm
Brian Scott (Neutral)
Salford City v Leyton Orient
National League
Saturday 4th August 2018, 12.30pm
Jeremy Gold (Leyton Orient fan)
Salford City v Southport
National League North
Monday 28th August 2017, 3pm
Stephen Calvert (Neutral fan)