Newport County make the long trip to the Fylde Coast this weekend as we take on Fleetwood Town at Highbury Stadium.
Brought to you by The Turmeric Co, here is everything you need to know if you are making the journey.
Stadium Address
Fleetwood Town Football Club
Highbury Stadium
Park Avenue
Fleetwood
Lancashire
FY7 6TX
By Train
There is no railway station in Fleetwood itself. The closest station is Poulton-le-Fylde railway station, around seven miles away.
Most supporters will travel to Blackpool North railway station, which offers stronger public transport links.
A taxi from Blackpool North to Fleetwood costs around £20.
Bus services 1 and 14 run every 10 to 20 minutes, with a journey time between 20 and 40 minutes.
If you prefer a scenic route, you can walk to the seafront and catch the tram towards Fleetwood. Services run every 20 minutes and take around 40 minutes. The nearest stop to the ground is Stanley Road, approximately 200 yards from the stadium.
By Car
Leave the M6 at Junction 32 and join the M55 towards Blackpool.
Exit the M55 at Junction 3 and take the A585 towards Fleetwood.
On the outskirts of Fleetwood, continue straight at the roundabout near Blackpool and Fylde College, then take the first left into Copse Road.
After passing Fleetwood Fire Station, branch left and turn left onto Radcliffe Road, then take the next right into Stanley Road. The stadium is at the bottom of the road on your left.
There is very limited parking at the stadium itself. However, there are plenty of street parking options in the surrounding area.
Supporters Coaches
Away coaches are dropped off on Hatfield Avenue outside the away entrance. After full time, coaches return to the same designated drop off zone.
Food and Drink
Inside the stadium, traditional football options such as burgers, hot dogs, chips and pies are available.
Local pubs that welcome away supporters include:
- Strawberry Gardens
- Jim's Sports Bar, located at the corner of the Highbury Stand and Memorial Stand on selected matchdays
Local businesses such as Highbury Chippy also welcome visiting supporters.
Hospitality packages are available directly through Fleetwood Town.
Supporter Liaison
Fleetwood’s Supporter Liaison Officer welcomes contact from visiting clubs to help ensure a smooth matchday experience.
Contact:
wayne.bibby@fleetwoodtownfc.com
About Highbury Stadium
Opened in 1939, Highbury has a capacity of just over 5,000.
The ground has undergone significant redevelopment in recent years, including the installation of the Percy Ronson Stand, upgraded floodlights and executive facilities. After periods of financial difficulty in the past, the stadium now enjoys a more stable future.
Safe travels to all Exiles making the journey this weekend.
