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I asked AI what it thought would be the final standings in the National League North - with a special focus on King's Lynn. I'm posting it here as it will be interesting to see if it gets any of it correct.

Here's my best estimate for the final National League North table from where things stand on 25 March 2026.

I'm treating this as a forecast, not a prediction with certainty. I've based it mainly on the current standings, games in hand, overall points-per-game, second-half form, and for King's Lynn specifically the difficulty of the six remaining fixtures. The current table has Fylde on 85 from 39 and South Shields on 84 from 39, with Kidderminster third on 69 from 38; King's Lynn are 16th on 49 from 40.

My projected final table

1.  Fylde - 99
2.  South Shields - 98
3.  Kidderminster Harriers - 83
4.  Macclesfield - 80
5.  Merthyr Town - 75
6.  Darlington - 74
7.  Scarborough Athletic - 71
8.  AFC Telford United - 69
9.  Marine - 68
10. Buxton - 67
11. Spennymoor Town - 67
12. Chester - 66
13. Radcliffe - 66
14. King's Lynn Town - 60
15. Southport - 58
16. Chorley - 58
17. Curzon Ashton - 54
18. Worksop Town - 54
19. Hereford - 51
20. Bedford Town - 50
21. Oxford City - 49
22. Alfreton Town - 45
23. Peterborough Sports - 43
24. Leamington - 27

Why I've nudged King's Lynn up to 14th rather than 16th: their recent trend is better than their full-season position suggests. In the second-half table they rank 3rd, behind only South Shields and Fylde, while their overall place is still 16th.

What I think happens with King's Lynn

King's Lynn's remaining league matches are:

* Spennymoor Town (H)
* Peterborough Sports (A)
* Bedford Town (H)
* Kidderminster Harriers (A)
* Chorley (H)
* Chester (A)

That run-in is pretty decent. Of those six opponents, only Kidderminster are currently in the top four; Peterborough, Bedford and Chorley are all below King's Lynn in the table, and Spennymoor/Chester are in the crowded mid-table pack.

My match-by-match lean for King's Lynn is:

* vs Spennymoor: draw
* at Peterborough Sports: win
* vs Bedford Town: win
* at Kidderminster: loss
* vs Chorley: win
* at Chester: draw

That gives them 11 points from 18, finishing on about 60 points. That is enough, in my view, to lift them into the 14th-15th range, and I've settled on 14th.

Why I'm reasonably positive on King's Lynn

Their recent spell is strong. The club's own previews/reports show this sequence around the turn under Paul Caddis:

* beat Marine 1-0
* drew Scarborough 1-1
* lost Fylde 4-1
* beat South Shields 3-0
* drew Curzon Ashton 0-0
* beat Leamington 5-2

That is 11 points from the last six, including a huge win over one of the title contenders and a big away win at Leamington. The second-half table also backs up the idea that King's Lynn are much better now than their season-long totals say.

A few extra reads on the league finish

At the top, I'd still slightly favour Fylde over South Shields because Fylde's overall points-per-game is marginally better and they are already one point ahead, even though Shields' second-half trend is stronger.

For the play-off spots, I think the current top seven mostly holds, with AFC Telford just missing out and Marine probably running out of ground despite having games in hand.

At the bottom, Leamington look gone, and I think Peterborough Sports and Alfreton are the other two most likely to drop. The fourth relegation place is the hardest call, but I'd currently leave Oxford City just above it because their present total is already better than Peterborough/Alfreton and the teams directly above them are not pulling away fast enough.

My bottom line on King's Lynn: I do not think they get dragged back into real trouble. I think they finish the season in decent nick, somewhere around 14th, and probably end it with a feeling of "if only Caddis had arrived a bit earlier."

Had a quick look at getting to the ground for those staying in Blackpool for the weekend.

Return train ticket from Blackpool North to Kirkham and Wesham £7.20 and takes 15 minutes - looks like around 3 trains per hour.

And from the Facebook supporters group page (posted by Leanne Boyle)

I run a pub in wesham, 10 min walk to AFC Fylde and just accross from the train station Royal Oak, Wesham
I'm sure we've had a few of you in before, but just wanted to stick an invite out for anyone coming up for the game in a few weeks, more than welcome here 🍻 🍻

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551586411835

No coach for this game. Any away travel tickets for sale on the club website can be found here -
[https://kingslynntownfc.ktckts.com/brand/travel]

I did also look at public transport, but realistically this is a driver's game unless you are travelling up the day before.

Without stops it is roughly 4.5 to 5 hours by car depending on route and traffic.

The following places to eat/drink, parking info and hotel ideas were generated by AI as usual (and where it found the info), but with the car driver in mind.

A.F.C. Fylde away is at the Mill Farm, Coronation Way, Wesham, Preston, PR4 3JZ. The ground is just off M55 Junction 3, and the complex itself has Bradley's Sports Bar, Aroma Cafe, Milano's, an Aldi, petrol station and fast-food outlets on site. ([1])

TL;DR plan

* Best simple option: drive straight to Mill Farm, try the free North Stand car park first, and if that is full use the overflow car park at £5 per car. ([2])
* Best food/drink option at the ground: Bradley's Sports Bar — proper sports-bar setup, food served on Saturdays from 12 noon to 8pm. ([3])
* Best nearby pub if you do not want to stay on site: Lane Ends, Wesham — proper pub/restaurant and about as local as it gets. ([4])
* Tickets: AFC Fylde's 2025/26 matchday prices were confirmed by the club as away standing £18 adults, £7 Junior U16. ([5])
* Day-before/weekender option: stay in Blackpool and drive in on matchday — it is only about 8.6 miles from Blackpool to AFC Fylde. ([6])

Parking & getting in

* Official supporter parking: the club says the North Stand car park is free on a first come, first served basis. Once that is full, the overflow car park is £5 per car. ([2])
* Old away-guide info from Football Ground Guide also mentions a stadium car park at £5, but the most up-to-date club guidance now looks to be free first, then £5 overflow. ([7])
* Do not chance Aldi parking if you are there for the match — older ground guides specifically warn about parking restrictions there. ([7])
* Arrival tip: because the free spaces are first come, getting there around 90 minutes before kick-off is probably the smart play. (My suggestion rather than a club rule.)

Pubs & food

* Bradley's Sports Bar (on site) is the easiest shout by a mile. Mill Farm push it as their main pre-match food-and-drink venue, with lots of screens, proper meals, cask ale and Saturday food service from 12 noon to 8pm. ([3])
* Lane Ends, Wesham is the best nearby non-ground option I found. It is a family-run bar and restaurant on Weeton Road, with food served daily and easy enough if you want a more normal pub than a stadium sports bar. ([4])
* Mill Farm itself also has Aroma Cafe, Milano's, plus fast-food outlets on site, so nobody should be going hungry. ([1])
* Away-day verdict: for most drivers I'd keep this one simple — park at Mill Farm, have a drink and food in Bradley's, then stroll in.

Tickets

* AFC Fylde's official 2025/26 pricing announcement says matchday admission away fans standing: £18 adults, £7 juniors U16. ([5])
* Worth checking the live ticket page before you leave just in case this specific fixture has any segregation or sale arrangements attached to it.

Public transport

* In theory Mill Farm is not impossible by rail — Kirkham & Wesham is the nearest station, roughly 15–18 minutes' walk from the ground depending on source, and the 61 bus also links Blackpool, Preston and Kirkham. ([8])
* In practice from King's Lynn for a Saturday away, this looks like a driver's game unless you travel up the night before.

Useful stop-offs for drivers

Pick one depending on whether you want quick and easy or something a bit more interesting.

* Wetherby Services is the obvious no-faff stop on the A1(M) if you just want fuel, loos and food.
* Yorkshire Sculpture Park is a better "stretch the legs" stop if you want something a bit different — it is just off the motorway near M1 Junction 38. ([9])
* Rufford Old Hall is a good later stop once you are getting close to Fylde/Blackpool — National Trust place with parking, grounds and a tea room, so ideal if you want a calmer break before the last leg. ([10])

Simple matchday flow (drivers)

1. Aim for Mill Farm around 90 minutes before kick-off.
2. Try the free North Stand car park first. ([2])
3. If that is full, use the £5 overflow. ([2])
4. Go straight into Bradley's Sports Bar for food and a pint. ([3])
5. Head into the ground without needing to move the car.

Making a weekend of it – stay in Blackpool

Blackpool is a really sensible base because it is close to the ground — around 8.6 miles by road — and there is plenty of accommodation across cheap, mid-range and splash-out levels. Blackpool Council also has long-stay car parks across the resort if your hotel parking is limited. ([6])

Cheap / value shouts

* Premier Inn Blackpool Central – guide price from £29, free parking, and an on-site Brewers Fayre. ([11])
* Premier Inn Blackpool Airport – guide price £29–£100, free parking, and handy if you want an easier in/out by car rather than being deep in the centre. ([12])
* Premier Inn Blackpool Bispham – also listed with free parking, quieter spot north of the centre. ([11])

Could be cheap / "mispriced if you catch the right date"

* Best Western Carlton Blackpool – from £50 with breakfast according to Visit Blackpool, with onsite parking though parking charges apply. ([13])
* Holiday Inn Blackpool – guide price £89 with breakfast from Visit Blackpool. A newer central option, so if that rate appears on your date it is worth a look. Check parking before booking. ([11])
* The Bromley – boutique B&B feel, with free onsite parking subject to availability. ([14])

Money no object

* Boulevard Hotel – listed from around £150 and one of the standout luxury options in Blackpool. ([11])
* Big Blue Hotel – described as a luxurious contemporary four-star hotel, listed from around £85, with parking for 150 cars. ([11])

Parking for overnight stays

* Included parking confirmed: Premier Inn Central, Premier Inn Airport, Premier Inn Bispham. ([11]) ([12])
* Onsite parking but charges/availability caveat: Best Western Carlton (charges apply), Bromley (free but subject to availability). ([13]) ([14])
* Fallback option if hotel parking is awkward: use one of Blackpool Council's long-stay car parks. ([15])

My best picks

* Best pure away-day option: drive straight to Mill Farm, park there, and use Bradley's.
* Best overnight value: Premier Inn Blackpool Central.
* Best nicer stay without going mad: Best Western Carlton or The Bromley.
* Best splash-out: Boulevard Hotel.

[1]: https://mfsv.co.uk/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Mill Farm Sports Village"
[2]: https://www.afcfylde.co.uk/club/fans?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Fans | AFC Fylde"
[3]: https://mfsv.co.uk/bradleys/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Bradley's Sports Bar"
[4]: https://www.laneendspub.co.uk/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Lane Ends Pub"
[5]: https://www.afcfylde.co.uk/news/2025/july/23/2025-26-matchday-prices-confirmed/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "2025/26 Matchday Prices Confirmed"
[6]: https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Blackpool/AFC-Fylde?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Blackpool to AFC Fylde"
[7]: https://footballgroundguide.com/leagues/conference/conference-premier/mill-farm-afc-fylde.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Mill Farm AFC Fylde | Football Ground Guide"
[8]: https://www.facebook.com/afcfyldeofficial/videos/visiting-mill-farm-for-the-first-time-this-afternoon-have-a-watch-of-our-support/24429560166709029/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Visiting Mill Farm for the first time"
[9]: https://ysp.org.uk/visit-us/getting-here?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Yorkshire Sculpture Park – Getting Here"
[10]: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/liverpool-lancashire/rufford-old-hall?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Rufford Old Hall"
[11]: https://www.visitblackpool.com/all-accommodation/hotels/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Blackpool Hotels"
[12]: https://www.visitblackpool.com/detail/premier-inn-blackpool-airport-17240/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Premier Inn Blackpool Airport"
[13]: https://www.visitblackpool.com/detail/best-western-carlton-blackpool-11145/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Best Western Carlton Blackpool"
[14]: https://www.visitblackpool.com/detail/the-bromley-39780/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "The Bromley"
[15]: https://www.visitblackpool.com/plan-your-trip/getting-around/by-car/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Getting Around Blackpool by Car"

https://kltown.co.uk/news/2026/03/05/new-manager-paul-caddis

Attendance published as 997 on Lynn News - didn't hear it announced at the game yesterday - now down a little on last years average of 1113.

We really need to be winning more home games to encourage those fans that only come occasionally to come more often.

Quote from: Coastal linnet on February 24, 2026, 08:17:50 AMFor anyone who is interested
there is a local football team to follow and support this evening!

Yes let's hope all this doesn't effect the team too much for tonight's game against Buxton.

If anyone wants to watch (the highlights) that wasn't at the game

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_jU0HFGkjs

I was there - bad day at the office - lets move on to Tuesday night away to Buxton (maybe pick up a point) and then a must win game at home on Saturday against Oxford City!

I'm hoping for a signing or two announced in the morning before tomorrow game.

Tickets for the match can be purchased here
https://macclesfieldfc.ticketco.events/uk/en/e/macclesfield_fc_vs_kings_lynn_town

Here's the normal AI generated places to drink / eat before the match (and websites it found the info)

Macclesfield away this weekend. You'll be heading to the Leasing.com Stadium (London Road, Macclesfield, SK11 7SP). ([Macclesfield FC – How to find us][1])

TL;DR plan

* Coach crew: likely arrive around 13:45 (9:45 + ~3h15 + ~45min stop) → head straight for Bar Twenty Seven at the ground (food + pints) or jump into town for a "proper pub". ([Food at Bar 27][2])
* Drivers: stadium car park exists but limited (behind South Stand) so assume street parking around the ground or use a town centre car park then taxi/walk. ([Macclesfield FC – How to find us][1]) ([Cheshire East car parks list][3])
* Tickets (league): Adult £19 seated / £18 standing; Concession £15 / £14; Student £12 / £11; U18 £9 / £8; U12 £4 / £3.50. ([Macclesfield FC ticket prices 2025/26][4])

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Pubs (best options)

At/next to the ground

* Bar Twenty Seven (at the stadium) – easiest for big groups; kitchen listed as 4–9pm Mon–Fri and bar open late; great if we're tight for time. ([Food at Bar 27][2])

Town centre (better "away day" pubs)
(~5 mins in a taxi from the ground, or a longer walk)

* The Castle – top-class real ale pub with a historic interior; food served daily (note: CAMRA says no hot food Mon–Wed). ([CAMRA – The Castle][5])
* The Fountain (Park Green) – handy central spot with food listed 9am–9pm daily (Sun to 6pm). ([The Fountain – Park Green][6])
* The Dolphin – community pub with cask ale and pub games; good shout if you want something traditional. ([Robinsons – The Dolphin][7])

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Something to eat (quick + easy)

* Bar Twenty Seven – the simplest "arrive → eat → drink → turnstiles" option. ([Food at Bar 27][2])
* The Fountain – long food hours listed (good if you arrive early). ([The Fountain – Park Green][6])
* The Castle – good food reputation but watch the Mon–Wed hot food note. ([CAMRA – The Castle][5])

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Drivers: parking

* At the ground: Macclesfield say they do have a car park behind the South Stand, but spaces are limited. They also say there's roadside parking nearby (park considerately). ([Macclesfield FC – How to find us][1])
* Town centre car parks: Cheshire East Council list multiple Macclesfield car parks (locations + prices), useful if you'd rather park up centrally then taxi/walk. ([Cheshire East car parks list][3])

Tip for drivers: if you're doing the "town pub first" plan, park in a council car park (easier), have a couple in town, then grab a short taxi to the ground.

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Ground address

* Leasing.com Stadium, London Road, Macclesfield, SK11 7SP. ([Macclesfield FC – How to find us][1])

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[1]: https://macclesfieldfc.com/fans/how-to-find-us/ "Macclesfield FC - How To Find Us"
[2]: https://macclesfieldfc.com/latest-news/food-at-bar-twenty-seven/ "Macclesfield FC - Food at Bar Twenty Seven (opening times)"
[3]: https://www.cheshireeast.gov.uk/car-parks-and-parking/car-parks/car-parks-in-cheshire-east/car-parks-in-macclesfield "Cheshire East Council - Car parks in Macclesfield (locations/prices)"
[4]: https://macclesfieldfc.com/latest-news/season-ticket-and-matchday-ticket-prices-2025-26-season/ "Macclesfield FC - Matchday ticket prices 2025/26"
[5]: https://camra.org.uk/pubs/castle-macclesfield-173216 "CAMRA - The Castle, Macclesfield"
[6]: https://fountainparkgreen.co.uk/ "The Fountain (Park Green) - food times"
[7]: https://www.robinsonsbrewery.com/pubs/the-dolphin-macclesfield/ "Robinsons Brewery - The Dolphin, Macclesfield"

Coach as been confirmed as going on Saturday. So now I know this I'll post the extra info either tonight or early tomorrow.

Rescheduled for Tuesday 17th March @ 7:45pm - St. Patrick's Day!!!

There was talk of a 3G pitch, but that's something that would be changed after the season is done.

I do like the grass pitch, but if we don't want games postponed and are looking at generating extra cash for the club in the long run then 3G is the way to go.

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

Tickets now on sale for the coach. Departs the walks @ 9:45.

£30 Adults
£15 16 & Under

https://kingslynntownfc.ktckts.com/event/kltcoach13/coach-to-macclesfield-fc