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https://www.kltown.co.uk/news/2026/02/13/pitch-update-south-shields-h

I was at last nights home game (Worksop) and told there will be a coach for the Macclesfield FC away game.

When it goes on sale tickets will be available here

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

I'd think somewhere between £25-£30.

If using public transport best price I could find was bus and 3 trains at £56.10 return (without railcard).

I'll post more info nearer the time as normal, but will keep checking and post again once I see the coach tickets on sale.

Not heard anything about a coach for this game and no way travel tickets for sale on the club website.
https://kingslynntownfc.ktckts.com/brand/travel

I did also which public transport - seems a no go for the weekend as lots of engineering works.

So that just means driving - without any stops 3.5 to 4 hours.

The following things to do, places to eat/drink generated by AI as normal (and where it found stuff), but with the car driver in mind.

Radcliffe's a proper away. You'll be heading to the Neuven Stadium (M26 3PE); most of the good pubs and food are in Radcliffe town centre (10–15 min walk) with easy matchday parking nearby. Here's a clean, driver-friendly plan plus *whether public transport is realistically possible this weekend*.

TL;DR plan

* Park at Radcliffe Cricket Club (~5 min walk, typically £2 per car). Stadium car park is for players/officials, with limited Blue Badge bays. ([Chorley FC][1])
* Pre-match pubs (town centre):
  * The Bridge Tavern – big Marston's pub, sport on, does value food. ([The Bridge Tavern][2])
  * Lock Keeper – solid chain option for quick plates + pints. ([Sizzling Pubs][3])
  * Wilton Arms – classic Holt's local, short hop from the ground. ([Joseph Holt][4])
  * (Extras if you're exploring: New Inn, Victoria Hotel in the centre.) ([Tripadvisor][5])
* Food at/near ground: kiosks inside the Neuven; or eat in the pubs above for fastest turnaround. (Kiosks regularly open pre-KO.) ([Chester Football Club][6])
* Tickets: online in advance or on the day – Adults £15, Concessions £10 (U16s often free with adult). ([radcliffefc.ticketco.events][7])

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Parking & getting in

* Best bet: Radcliffe Cricket Club – signed on the day; about £2 per car; 5-minute walk. ([Chorley FC][1])
* At the stadium: on-site parking is generally not for supporters (players/officials), though **Blue Badge** holders can usually be accommodated—ask stewards. ([Chorley FC][1])
* Ground address + driving approach: club page lists route via M60 J17 → A665 → Unsworth St → Colshaw Close East to the Neuven. ([radcliffefc.com][8])

Pubs & quick eats (walkable)

* Closest cluster is in town around Blackburn St / Stand Ln: Bridge Tavern, Lock Keeper, Victoria Hotel. All do quick pub grub and are used to football traffic. ([The Bridge Tavern][2])
* Traditional local a touch nearer the ground: Wilton Arms (Joseph Holt) for a proper pint before strolling over. ([Joseph Holt][4])

Tickets (current home match pricing)

* Radcliffe's TicketCo page for Radcliffe v King's Lynn Town – Sat 7 Feb 2026 shows Adult £15 / Concession £10; buy online or pay at the gate if available. ([radcliffefc.ticketco.events][7])

Public transport — any workable option?

* National Rail: you mentioned heavy engineering works; official advice is to check the Future Engineering Works planner for your exact date, but from King's Lynn you'd need multiple changes to reach Manchester then onward—practically tricky this weekend. ([National Rail][9])
* Metrolink to Radcliffe: if you can reach Manchester Victoria, trams run to Radcliffe (about 23 mins), then ~10 min walk to the ground. Always check Bee Network/TFGM alerts for any Bury line works on the day. ([Rome2Rio][10])
  (Given likely disruption and the distance from King's Lynn, driving is the sensible call.)

Nice en-route stops (A47/A1 → M62/M60 route)

Pick one outbound and one on the way back:

* Quick services (fast & easy):

  * Grantham North (Gonerby Moor) Services – big Moto site; fuel/food. ([National Rail][9])
  * Ferrybridge Services – ideal last stop before the M62 leg. ([National Rail][9])

* More interesting leg-stretch (short detours):

  * Newark Air Museum – outdoorsy aviation fix; easy parking; quick wander and coffee. ([National Rail][9])
  * Wetherby (town) – handsome market town a few mins off A1(M) if you fancy a café rather than services. (General suggestion; no single source needed.)

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Simple matchday flow (drivers)

1. Park at Radcliffe Cricket Club (aim ~90 mins before KO). ([Chorley FC][1])
2. Walk into town for Bridge Tavern or Lock Keeper (food & a pint). ([The Bridge Tavern][2])
3. Stroll to the Neuven Stadium; grab a last drink/food inside if needed. ([radcliffefc.com][8])

If you want, tell me your rough ETA and how many cars you've got—I'll pin a shareable route (Cricket Club → pubs → away turnstiles) and add a couple of backup food options within 10 minutes' walk.


[1]: https://www.chorleyfc.com/blogs/news/match-information-radcliffe-vs-chorley?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Match Information: Radcliffe vs Chorley"
[2]: https://www.bridgetavernradcliffe.co.uk/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Marstons"
[3]: https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/northwest/lockkeeperradcliffe?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Lock Keeper - Sizzling Pubs in Radcliffe"
[4]: https://www.joseph-holt.com/pubs/wilton-arms?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Wilton Arms"
[5]: https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attractions-g1096789-Activities-c20-t99-Radcliffe_Bury_Greater_Manchester_England.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com "THE BEST Radcliffe Pubs & Clubs (2026)"
[6]: https://chesterfc.com/next-up-radcliffe-a/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Next Up: Radcliffe (a)"
[7]: https://radcliffefc.ticketco.events/uk/en/m/e/radcliffe_fc_vs_kings_lynn_town/wfnewebsite?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Radcliffe FC vs Kings Lynn Town - TicketCo"
[8]: https://radcliffefc.com/matchday/getting-to-the-neuven/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Getting to the Neuven Stadium"
[9]: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/travel-information/future-engineering-works/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Future Engineering Works"
[10]: https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Manchester-Victoria/Radcliffe-F-C?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Manchester Victoria to Radcliffe F.C. - 4 ways to travel ..."

25 year old defender Festus Arthur signs for Lynn.

https://www.facebook.com/kltown/posts/pfbid02sbRPpjkbTbTLbg6Rd2gPyYFzZkSZXHg1RL8TgMiWmSSKGjKAbyo6NHn1ubwSDV33l

https://premium.lynnnews.co.uk/sport/linnets-swoop-for-german-giant-9452045/

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.

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.

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

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)

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.

Tickets priced as follows

Category	Price Online	Price 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 4	Free	Free

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

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

Nice article on Lynn News

https://premium.lynnnews.co.uk/news/work-experience-leads-to-part-time-jobs-for-former-students-9441966/

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.

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/

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.

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

Adult   £15
65+/U21/FT Student/Key Worker   £10
U18   £5

AMS Stand for away supporters.

https://www.scunthorpe-united.co.uk/news/2025/october/emirates-fa-cup-tickets-for-encounter-with-kings-lynn-town-now-on-general-sale/

http://www.sufctickets.com/

Leaving the walks at 11:15

Adults £20
16 & Under £15

https://kingslynntownfc.ktckts.com/event/klt2526coach6/coach-to-scunthorpe-united

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

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.
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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.
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