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March 24, 2026
By non-league standards, the ground is of a fair size, having a capacity of just under 5,000. The ground is a traditional older one, with plenty of character, which makes it a ground worth visiting for traditionalists.
For those who like the older traditional stadiums, the Victoria Road Ground will not disappoint. For games where segregation is put in place, away fans are housed in the covered North Terrace, at one end of the ground, with a small number of seats also being made available in the Main Stand.
This covered terrace has quite good acoustics, meaning that relatively few supporters can really make some noise. However, it does have a number of supporting pillars that run across the front of it, which can have an impact on sightlines.
Please note that this terrace has separate turnstiles from the main ground entrance, which are not readily seen from the main road beside the ground. Look out for a couple of stewards standing alongside the main road, across from the entrance to the small retail park, who do their best to direct away fans. Normally, a visit to Victoria Road is a relaxed and enjoyable one.
The Main Stand is generally considered the best place to watch football at the Victoria Ground. On one side, this is a classic-looking old stand, the design of which was to be seen in similar guises at many grounds around the country. Alas, many of those have now disappeared as clubs have moved onto new stadiums.
The Main Stand runs for around a third of the length of the pitch and sits alongside the halfway line. The stand is covered and has a raised section of seating, located above a small front terrace. Access to the raised seated area is gained by climbing a small staircase in front, whilst the terraced area is split by the players’ tunnel, which on either side has some seats fitted, which serve as team dugouts.
There are also a number of supporting pillars running across the front of the seated section, although some protection against the wind is given, with windshields on either side. There are areas of flat standing to either side of the stand.
Opposite on the Birmingham Road side of the ground, there is not much in the way of facilities for spectators, just a narrow flat standing walkway that mostly runs in front of the Social Club building. The tea bar can also be found on this side of the ground.
At the North End of the ground is a sizeable covered terrace, although it does have a fair number of supporting pillars running across the front of it.
At the South End is a smaller open terrace, which has ‘Bromsgrove Sporting FC’ emblazoned across its back white retaining wall in big red letters. The pitch has a fair slope which runs down from the North to the South end.
There is a small supporters club inside the ground, called the Rousier Bar, which normally welcomes visiting fans. However, for matches where crowd segregation is in force, there is no access to the bar for away supporters. Pubs nearby include:
- The Anchor – 54 Diglis Rd, Worcester WR5 3BW
- Alma Tavern – 74 Droitwich Rd, Worcester WR3 7HT
- The Plough – 23 Fish St, Worcester WR1 2HN
By car
From the north:
Leave the M5 at Junction 4 and take the A38 towards Bromsgrove. After going across the M42 junction, continue on the A38 towards Bromsgrove. After half a mile, turn right at the first set of traffic lights onto the Birmingham Road (signposted Bromsgrove North & Retail Park).
After going straight across a small roundabout and passing a BP Garage on your left, you will reach the Bromsgrove Retail Park on your left (which includes a Co-operative Store). Just before the retail car park entrance is the entrance to the Victoria Road ground.
From the south:
Leave the M5 at Junction 5 and take the A38 towards Bromsgrove. On reaching Bromsgrove Town Centre, you will reach a roundabout, where you take the second exit towards Redditch. At the next traffic lights, go straight ahead, and this leads you to Birmingham Road. The entrance to the ground is a short way down on the left, in between a row of houses and opposite the entrance to the Retail Park.
Public transport
Bromsgrove Railway Station is located just under two miles away from the Victoria Road football ground. It is served by trains from Birmingham New Street and Hereford.
Seating or Terrace
Adults £8
Concessions £6
Under 17’s £5
Under 12’s Free*
* When accompanied by an adult.
Official Programme £2.50
Gloucester City and Kidderminster Harriers.
Average Attendance
2016-2017: 636 (National League North)
2015-2016: 661 (National League North)
2014-2015: 531 (National League North)
Ground Layout
Worcester City v Nuneaton Town
National League North
Saturday 24th September 2016, 3pm
Myles Munsey (Ground hopper)
Reasons for visit:
The visit was made at the suggestion of the editor of this website. We decided to meet for this game as Duncan knows that I like the traditional grounds – the ones with a bit of charisma. I wasn’t disappointed and it was nice to finally meet the editor of this guide and learn some of the background to its inception, the annoyances and what keeps it ticking. My grounds list isn’t nearly as impressive as his, but slowly, slowly I’m adding to it. And if I can make another worthwhile contribution to the guide – I’m happy.
Main Stand
Getting there:
From Newbury in Berkshire by train via Reading and Worcester. I took an early lunch in the café on the station at Foregate Street before catching a train on to Bromsgrove. The new station at Bromsgrove is slightly south of the original one which adds about 3 minutes to the walk, but I managed to stroll into the town centre in around 20 minutes. From there it is another 10 minutes or so to the Victoria Ground.
First impressions:
A most interesting ground, full of intriguing corners, located right in the heart of suburbia. A most pleasing aspect as it is overlooked by several tall trees though the boarded up Texaco garage opposite took the gloss off a bit.
As you approach from Bromsgrove town centre the location is obvious from the eight tall floodlight pylons or is it? Outside it is very apparent that this is very much the home of Bromsgrove Sporting F.C and whilst Worcester are tenants this is not made abundantly clear. The notice on the wall simply said Worcester City match 6. This is indeed the case also inside where the club shop only sells Bromsgrove Sporting goods and whereas the Worcester merchandise is dispensed from a temporary booth. I suppose those are the strict terms of their tenure here. In fact I had to double check I was at the right place.
Before the game:
Strange how when arriving for a game early the time passes quickly. This is a ground full of friendly staff who gave me full access to all parts of the stadium before the gate segregating the Nuneaton supporters from the home fans was shut. I was able to photograph all angles and was especially taken by the Main Stand. Wooden decking, wooden tip-up seats and a wooden press box. Lovely! Very similar to Gosport Borough in fact.
The open terrace at the south end, has I am told, recently had crash barriers installed and these looked rather resplendent painted as they were in bright pillar bow red. But again it is Bromsgrove Sporting on the wall. Also of note is the turnstile booth. One of those nice old-fashioned squeeze through ones with a mesh grill that resembles a 1960’s post office counter.
I sauntered past the refreshment hut and noted the prices:
Hot or cold drinks £1
Chips £1.30
Chips and curry sauce £1.60
Sausage and chips £2.30
Beefburger £2.80
Cheeseburger £3
Hot dog £1.80
Pie £2.80
Crisps or chocolate bar £0.70
The beefburger, cheeseburger, the hot dog or the pie could be supplemented with chips for an extra £1.
The game:
Early autumn sunshine came and went and there was a moderate breeze but I was able to view the whole game in a T-shirt. I stood on the home end terrace which gave a good view of the action. After a bright opening Worcester took the lead on 18 minutes with a fierce shot from Cieron Keane. There then followed a mad spell of three goals in six minutes. Elliot Whitehouse scored from close range to equalise on 32 minutes and followed this up two minutes later with a header direct from a corner kick. Back came Worcester and journeyman Lee Hughes got in on the act on 36 minutes with a well-crafted goal from the edge of the penalty area.
On the hour Aaron Williams scored with a thumping header for Nuneaton again from a corner kick and that wrapped things up. 3-2.
South End
Getting away:
This was simply a case of retracing my steps to the station which again took around 35 minutes though en route I was met by the bizarre sight of a local walking his Shetland pony along the pavement!
Overall thoughts:
A very nice ground to visit, an entertaining game, and no hassle. Just my scene. Well worth a look and for the lover of traditional grounds this is a good place to go.