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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.

I see their top scorer, Ricardo Rees has just joined Forest Green Rovers - a massive task for the Linnets still on an artificial surface

Quote from: Nigel nigle on January 01, 2026, 11:31:08 AMI see their top scorer, Ricardo Rees has just joined Forest Green Rovers - a massive task for the Linnets still on an artificial surface

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/ce3k1dy2gv1o

Gives us a chance I'd say