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#1
Not heard anything about a coach for this game as yet. Once I know I shall post details of either coach, driving or train - had a quick look at the train around 4 3/4 hours with 2 changes and costs £99.30.
#2
General Discussion / Merthyr Town FC Away
December 31, 2025, 05:12:02 PM
Merthyr Town FC - Saturday 3rd January 2026 - kick off 3.00pm

No coach for this one - I don't know why, but my guess would be not enough fans wanting to make the longest away day of the season - I would have been on the coach had it been going.

The following list of pubs / eats made by AI as normal, but with the car drivers in mind looking to make the long trip.

You'll be heading to Penydarren Park (CF47 8RF); the ground's a short stroll from the town centre, so the easiest plan is: park in town → pubs/food → walk up to the ground.

Pubs (town centre, 10–15 min walk to the ground)

The New Crown (High St) – lively central pub; does a Portuguese-leaning food menu as well. Good for mixed groups.
Tripadvisor

The Winchester (CAMRA-listed) – traditional pub pouring Rhymney beers; proper "pints and chat" spot.
CAMRA - The Campaign for Real Ale

Belle Vue Hotel (Glebeland St) – big sports pub with plenty of TVs; handy if you want space and quick service.
Craft Union Pubs

(Very close to the ground but more "local") Penydarren Social Club – popular nearby option; check door policy on the day.
Facebook

Quick eats (before you head up)

New Crown – does meals all day (easy if you're already there).
Tripadvisor

Ocean Fish Bar (Penydarren) – chippy/kebab/pizza up near the ground; perfect if you're cutting it fine.
oceanfishbarpenydarren.com

McDonald's (Cyfarthfa or Rhydycar retail parks) – the guaranteed fast option on the edge of town.
McDonald's

Parking for drivers (recommended)

No general parking at the ground. The club says matchday spaces at Penydarren Park are very limited/reserved and they strongly discourage parking in surrounding streets.
Merthyr Town Football

Use town car parks and walk up (about 5–10 mins):

Castle Multi-Storey / Castle Street – large, central; council tariffs show Sat £1 all day; Sun free; weekdays up to £3.50/day. Also has EV chargers.
merthyr.gov.uk

College Car Park (by Merthyr College, CF48 1AR) – big, easy access from the gyratory; same council tariffs.
maps.merthyr.gov.uk

Blue Badge: council guidance says charges still apply in council car parks—display a ticket with your badge.
merthyr.gov.uk

The club's recent matchday guides repeatedly point away fans to Castle Street Multi-Storey or College Car Park and note that on-site spaces are reserved (with only limited disabled bays). Plan for town parking and a short walk.
Merthyr Town Football

Club bars?

Merthyr have Romans (downstairs) and Webleys (upstairs) at the ground. For some fixtures these are home-only, so safest bet is to do your pre-match in town then head in.
Merthyr Town Footbal

Rough timing

Driving is about 4h 15m (not counting stops). Aim to be parked in town ~90 mins before KO, do New Crown/Winchester, then 10–15 min walk up Park Terrace to the turnstiles.
#3
The coach will leave The Walks Kings Lynn at 4.45pm for the 7.45pm KO.

Buy tickets here https://kingslynntownfc.ktckts.com/event/kltcoach11/coach-to-bedford-town-fc

Adults £20
16 & Under £10

Match tickets available here

https://bedfordtownfc.ktckts.com/event/bdt2526h11/eagles-vs-kings-lynn-town

Prices

Adult £16.00
Concessions £12.00
18-20 years £12.00
10-17 years £6.00
Under 10 £0.00
#4
Tickets on sale for the coach - leaving the Walks at 9:30

https://kingslynntownfc.ktckts.com/brand/travel

Adults £30
Under 16's £15

And the club website says coach will be 49-seater with on-board toilet.

Match tickets available here

https://yourclub.darlingtonfc.co.uk/match-tickets

And prices for match tickets

Standing

Adult (25–64) – £16.00

Senior (65+) – £12.00

Student – £12.00 (valid ID to be shown on entry)

Disabled – £12.00 (valid ID to be shown on entry; carer admitted free)

Young Adult (18–24) – £12.00

Junior (12–17) – £6.00

Child (under 12) – FREE (must be accompanied by a paying responsible adult)

Carer – FREE (with a paying registered disabled ticket on the same order)

Seating

Adult (25–64) – £18.00

Senior (65+) – £14.00

Student – £14.00 (valid ID to be shown on entry)

Disabled – £14.00 (valid ID to be shown on entry; carer admitted free)

Young Adult (18–24) – £14.00

Junior (12–17) – £8.00

Child (under 12) – FREE (must be accompanied by a paying responsible adult)

Carer – FREE (with a paying registered disabled ticket on the same order)

Car Parking

Standard Parking – £5.00

Blue Badge Parking (Large Bay) – FREE (larger bays for vehicles with lifts, in lower car park)

Blue Badge Parking (Standard Bay) – FREE (standard sized bays, in lower car park)
#5
https://www.kltown.co.uk/2025/11/28/news-fans-forum-details-announced/

Thought I'd post something here about this. I'll be attending, but I'm sure there will be some that can't make it.

So if anyone has a question or questions they'd like asked please post them here and I'm sure some of the people attending can then ask them for you.
#6
General Discussion / Oxford City FC Away
November 26, 2025, 10:17:58 AM
Tickets priced as follows

CategoryPrice OnlinePrice At The Turnstile
Adult£13£16
Over 65s£10£13
Blue Light Workers£10£13
18–24£5£8
Under 18£5£8
Under 13£3£5
Under 7£1£3
Under 4FreeFree

Blue Light Worker discount is valid for NHS staff, emergency services and serving/ex-armed forces. Please bring a valid form of ID to the turnstile.

Tickets can be purchase before the game at the reduced price here

https://oxfordcityfc.ticketco.events/uk/en/e/enterprise_national_league_north__oxford_city_vs_kings_lynn_town/e49f6c1a-c531-4d18-b373-7408256e2086

If you're driving car parking can also be booked in advance via the link above at £5

Supporter Coach, Saturday, 29 November 2025 departing the Walks @ 10:00

Adult £25
16 & Under £15

https://kingslynntownfc.ktckts.com/event/kltcoach09/coach-to-oxford-city-fc
#7
General Discussion / Coach to Oxford City FC
November 24, 2025, 04:35:19 PM
Supporter Coach, Saturday, 29 November 2025 departing the Walks @ 10:00

Adult £25
16 & Under £15

https://kingslynntownfc.ktckts.com/event/kltcoach09/coach-to-oxford-city-fc
#9
General Discussion / South Shields FC Away
November 03, 2025, 03:52:05 PM
Tickets for the coach that leaves the Walks at 8:30 and be purchased here
https://kingslynntownfc.ktckts.com/event/kltcoach9/coach-to-south-shields-fc

Match tickets - nothing on the South Shields website at the moment.

I'll add some things to do in South Shields later in the week.
#10
General Discussion / Coach Travel for Worksop Town
October 14, 2025, 07:30:21 PM
Tuesday night coach, leaving The Walks at 4pm for Worksop on Tuesday 21 October.

https://www.kltown.co.uk/2025/10/14/news-coach-travel-for-worksop-town/
#11
General Discussion / First Team Management
October 14, 2025, 12:16:46 PM
From https://www.kltown.co.uk/2025/10/14/update-first-team-management/

We know there have been questions about the club's managerial position, and we wanted to share an update.

Following recent changes, Joe Simpson was asked to take interim charge of the first team. He has shown real professionalism, maturity, and commitment to the club during a challenging period.

After careful consideration, the club has decided to continue with Joe leading the team, supported by an experienced structure around him. Paul Jones has returned to assist on the coaching side, and an experienced external advisor has joined to support Joe across all areas of management.

This approach provides stability and continuity while ensuring Joe has the right backing to keep the team moving forward. We'll continue to review the situation on a week-to-week basis and make decisions in the best interests of the club.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support and unity. It would be great to see as many of you as possible backing Joe and the team this Saturday against AFC Fylde at the Docherty Walks Stadium.

#12
A little guide on pubs & food created with AI help. I've put the postcodes in for the pub's as the ones on the King's Lynn website are wrong - but at least they are giving some more info on away games now, just needs a little polishing. (as normal AI lists it's sources of info)

Near the ground (best bets, all 2–6 mins' walk to turnstiles)

Old Farmhouse (Hungry Horse) – DN15 8TE – the classic away-fans pub next to the stadium; big car park, cheap pints, all-day pub grub. Great for groups.
Football Ground Guide
hungryhorse.co.uk

Iron Bar (at the ground) – Scunthorpe's own bar; usually admits away fans on matchdays. Handy for a last one right before you go in.
Football Ground Guide

Berkeley Hotel (Samuel Smith's) – DN15 7DS – large, traditional pub just along Doncaster Road (about a 5-min walk); good overflow option if Old Farmhouse is rammed.
CAMRA - The Campaign for Real Ale

Quick eats by the stadium (retail park stuff)

You've got loads within a few minutes' walk: McDonald's, KFC, and Pizza Hut on Gallagher/North Lincs retail park next to the ground. Ideal if you arrive tight for time.
McDonald's
kfc.co.uk

If you arrive early and fancy the town first

Blue Bell Inn (Wetherspoon), Oswald Rd (town centre) – big, cheap, food all day; roof terrace; ~10 mins from Scunthorpe station, then taxi/bus to the ground.
J D Wetherspoon

Timings for the coach folks (leaves The Walks 11:15)

It's a touch over 2 hours, so you'll likely be at the Attis Arena/Glanford Park area around 13:30–13:45. That gives you a simple rhythm: Old Farmhouse → Iron Bar → turnstiles.
Football Ground Guide

Drivers: parking & pointers

On-site stadium parking (DN15 8TD): £5 per car on the day; £4 if booked in advance via the club; over 600 spaces. Blue Badge: free, first-come. Avoid retail park car parks (time-limit enforcement on matchdays).
scunthorpe-united.co.uk
King's Lynn Town FC

If you're parking at the ground but want a pint first, do Old Farmhouse or Berkeley and stroll over.
hungryhorse.co.uk

Inside the ground

Usual kiosk fare (pies, burgers, chips, hot drinks); cards generally accepted.
King's Lynn Town FC
#13
General Discussion / Scunthorpe Tickets
October 06, 2025, 01:49:52 PM
#14
Leaving the walks at 11:15

Adults £20
16 & Under £15

https://kingslynntownfc.ktckts.com/event/klt2526coach6/coach-to-scunthorpe-united
#15
General Discussion / FA Cup fourth round qualifying draw
September 29, 2025, 02:49:51 PM
https://www.thefa.com/news/2025/sep/29/emirates-fa-cup-fourth-round-qualifying-draw-20252909

The Draw

North

1 AFC Fylde or Darlington vs AFC Telford United
2 Macclesfield v Stamford
3 Gainsborough Trinity v Hartlepool United
4 Carlisle United v Boston United
5 Rochdale v York City
6 Runcorn Linnets or Ashton United v Buxton
7 Morecambe v Chester
8 South Shields v Spalding United
9 Tamworth v Hyde United
10 Scunthorpe United v King's Lynn Town
11 Halesowen Town or Aveley v Gateshead
12 Spennymoor Town v Hednesford Town or Billericay Town
13 Southport v Halifax Town
14 Altrincham v Harborough Town
#16
General Discussion / Royston Town what to do pre-match
September 23, 2025, 10:29:59 AM
A little guide on pubs & food created with AI help. The Jolly Postie looks interesting, maybe something could be done with out old GPO building in town like this - just a thought.

The following is generated by AI, but does cite where in the info came from.

Royston is an easy rail day and everything's walkable. Here's a solid pre-match plan near Garden Walk (SG8 7HP) and the station.

Pubs (all central & walkable)

Banyers House (Oakman Inns) – stylish, big inside, proper bar plus all-day food (breakfast → late), wood-fired pizzas; good if you want tables and a relaxed vibe. ~6–7 min from the station; ~8–10 min to the ground.
Acorn Pubs

The Old Bull Inn (High St) – classic coaching-inn style hotel bar with a separate restaurant; open from 8am daily. Handy base in the absolute centre. ~8–10 min from station, ~8–10 to the ground.
the-old-bull

The Jolly Postie (Baldock St, McMullen's) – lively pub for pints, cocktails and the full grill/pizza menu; sun-trap terrace out back. ~7–8 min from station; ~10–12 to the ground.
McMullen

The Green Man (Market Hill) – traditional town-centre pub; good for a quick couple in the square before wandering over. ~10 min to the ground.
Royston Town

Heath Café Bar (Royston Heath) – if it's nice weather, this is a pretty spot on the heath (views), ~15–20 min walk from town; better for a chilled pint/brunch than a big session.
Royston Town

Royston Town Clubhouse (at the ground) – matchdays usually have the club bar open with drink promos/snacks; perfect for a last one before you go in.
Instagram

Quick eats (pre-match friendly)

Banyers House – pizzas, burgers, pastas; food served all day, so no awkward gaps.
Acorn Pubs

Old Bull Inn – pub classics; serves lunch and Saturday service through to the evening.
OpenTable

Jolly Postie – burgers, rotisserie, pizzas for a faster turnaround.
McMullen

Getting around (train → pubs → ground)

Royston station → Garden Walk is roughly ½ mile (10–15 mins on foot), so you can pub in town and stroll over.

Ground address for bearings: Garden Walk, Royston, Herts SG8 7HP (Town Hall car park SG8 7EF is the main one if needed).
Royston Town Football Club

Sample itinerary (arriving 2–4 hours before KO)

T-3h: Start at Banyers House (easy for food & a sit-down).
Acorn Pubs

T-2h: Drift to Jolly Postie or Old Bull Inn for a couple.
McMullen

T-45m: Walk to the Clubhouse at Garden Walk for a final pint and team news.
Instagram
#17
General Discussion / 2 Players Depart
September 19, 2025, 09:25:17 PM
Defender Archie Crowther departs the Linnets, midfielder Will Van Lier goes on loan

Full story

https://www.kltown.co.uk/2025/09/19/news-defender-archie-crowther-departs-the-linnets-midfielder-will-van-lier-goes-on-loan/

New Striker coming maybe?
#18
General Discussion / CAPELLI SHOP
September 19, 2025, 02:01:33 PM
Online only King's Lynn training tops, jackets, bags etc.

https://link-capellisport.synckit.co.uk/Link?link=8LQ9O7
#19
General Discussion / James Rowe pre-Chesham United
September 11, 2025, 01:48:32 PM
#20
General Discussion / Chesham United Ground Info
September 09, 2025, 02:06:19 PM
Got AI to pull together a little ground / pub info for this Saturday's upcoming match. (it does list the sources it found the info from)

Away-fans guide for Chesham United v King's Lynn (FA Cup 2QR) at The Meadow this Saturday:

Date & KO: Sat 13 Sep 2025, 3:00pm at The Meadow, Chesham.
cheshamunited.co.uk
www.thefa.com

Tickets & prices (online via Fanbase from the match page): Adults £16, Over-65s £13, Students/NextGen (18–23) £11, U18s £6, U12s £1. (These match the club's 2025/26 rates and are listed for this tie on Fanbase.)
cheshamunited.co.uk
app.fanbaseclub.com

Where to buy: Use the "Tickets" button on the club's match page (Fanbase checkout).
cheshamunited.co.uk

Segregation: Nothing announced for this fixture; The Meadow is often unsegregated unless stated for bigger games. Keep an eye on the match page for any late changes.
cheshamunited.co.uk

Stands & view: Predominantly terrace standing all round with a small seated section (ground capacity ~5,000 with ~284 seats). Some areas are covered.
Wikipedia

Food & drink on site: Chess Suite clubhouse bar; plus pop-up/outdoor bars (Mavericks) and outlets like Bill's Diner (burgers, dogs, chips), Woody's Pizza, and the Popular Stand Tea Bar for hot/cold drinks.
cheshamunited.co.uk

Accessibility: Wheelchair access to the clubhouse and main refreshment area; covered wheelchair viewing by the Chess Suite; accessible toilet via the Chess Suite ramp.
cheshamunited.co.uk

Parking: On-site spaces are limited (often reserved for blue-badge/officials at busier matches). There's plenty of nearby street/council parking within a 10-minute walk—arrive early.
cheshamunited.co.uk

Travelling with King's Lynn fans: The club coach departs The Walks at 10:00 on Saturday (book via KL's ticketing).
Kings Lynn Town FC Tickets

Easy pre-match options near The Meadow (10–15 mins' walk in/around Market Square & the High Street, by Chesham station):

Mad Squirrel Tap & Bottle Shop (HP5 1ES) – craft-beer taproom on Market Square (12 taps; indoor/outdoor seating). Usual Sat hours 12:00–22:30. Good for groups.
WhatPub
Mad Squirrel
MAD SQUIRREL CHESHAM

Queen's Head (HP5 1JD) – classic real-ale pub in Old Chesham (CAMRA-praised), with a well-reviewed Thai kitchen; dog-friendly; frequent beer/cider events.
WhatPub
CAMRA - The Campaign for Real Ale
The Queens Head

George & Dragon (HP5 1EP) – historic High Street pub (16th-century origins) with food and often live music at weekends.
visitchesham.org.uk
Tripadvisor

Generals Arms – formerly "Misty Moon" (HP5 1BX) – big, budget-friendly town-centre pub by the station; typically opens from 10:00 and serves late on Saturdays (to 01:30). Handy for early arrivals/last orders.
WhatPub
Use Your Local

Jolly Sportsman (HP5 3AX) – larger family-friendly pub with garden and late Sat opening (to 00:00). Better if you're driving (a bit further from the ground).
thejollysportsman.co.uk
visitchesham.org.uk

The King Charles (HP5) – community pub with big beer garden and broad food menu.
The King Charles

Tip: town pubs get busy for cup ties—if you're a crowd, arrive early or book (Queen's Head/Mad Squirrel take reservations at quieter times).