These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Pleasingly, the refreshment areas stay open throughout the match (although no alcohol is allowed to be served after 9pm for evening games). The stewards and staff were very friendly and helpful, and the pies were good. This would be a new ground for me and a rare chance to see our team play under no pressure, as effectively our season is already over, with nothing to play for. Summary of overall thoughts of the day out: LOVELY TOWN, LOVELY PEOPLE, LOVELY CLUB AND FANTASTIC STADIUM. Once out of the town centre drive back south was done in good time. Having fond memories of many visits to Saltergate in the past, I was looking forward to my first visit to their new stadium. It was also when Chesterfield Were top of the league in Great form and Port vale were returning to form. Go over the zebra crossing and turn right, carry on this road, walk past Eyres furniture store and The Winding Wheel. We finally got away 45 minutes after the game. Summary of overall thoughts of the day out:   Great day out, good away pub, good beer, friendly locals and 3 points, what more is there to be had from an away day oop norf .. With it being the FA Cup quarter finals this weekend, Stoke weren't playing until the Sunday afternoon – I can't cope without football on a Saturday, so myself and a Stokie mate (who's also doing the 92) thought we'd do a new ground and have a little trip down to Chesterfield's fairly new b2net Stadium. It was very easy to get out considering there were over 4000 attending. What was terrible is that some idiot had smuggled in a flare which he set off in the away end, causing mayhem and I left feeling even more depressed than with the match. We found street parking to the north of the stadium in Thompson Street by turning right after passing the ground. I wouldn't say no to going back and I'll be rooting for the Spireites to avoid the drop this season. What you thought on seing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the ground? 2. Further round the Crooked Spire church is the Rectory. The pub which is situated on Newbold Road is listed in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide and has normally ten ales and six ciders available.' Got back to the ground for 2.30 after several more conversations with locals. What you did before the game pub/chippy…. Having been intending to do this fixture last season, but being unable to get a ticket, I was glad to be able to visit this time. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. With the game being moved to a 1pm kickoff for no real reason (although the Police may have requested it), I was intending to head straight to the ground for a pint, but upon reaching Sheffield Road there was a pub, called the St Helens, which was advertising it welcomed away fans, so I grabbed a pint there instead. After a good amount of celebration following the final whistle, getting away from the ground wasn't too much of a drama, a few Chesterfield fans still lingering around offered their congratulations and best wishes for the next season. In warm weather customers spill out into the adjacent churchyard'. We drank in the Donkey Derby pub next to the ground. Approaching the ground it is much lower than most new stadiums so just looked like a warehouse from a distance. We didn't see any pubs so went inside the stadium for a pint and a pie. There will also be a keypad quiz with prizes! Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc.. Me and my mate had decided that we'd lend our full support to Chesterfield and treated the game like we were cheering on our beloved Potters. 1. It was neat similar Shrewsbury's Greenhous Meadow but more compact with a curved roof running the two stands that run the length of the pitch. The stadium is furnished to the highest specifications to provide a setting to match the prestige and importance of your event and has ample car parking with approximately 400 free spaces. Comment on getting away from the ground after the game: EASY AS ABC ALTHOUGH IT WAS UPHILL WHICH TIRED ME OUT A BIT SO I HAD TO HAVE AN EXTRA CARTON OF RIBENA TO RECOVER! I am not a prolific traveller 3-4 games per season, this was my fifth this year, but I have not seen Charlton win away since 13th August 2010! So easy, the lights at the end of Nelson Street made for a quick getaway. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Book your next dream trip with Nickes.Com! Getting away from the ground was terrible as trouble erupted between the two sets of supporters, outside the stadium. The game itself was a real credit to League Two, and dad said it was one of the best games he'd seen in ages. However, times change, and Saltergate, as characteristic as it was, was on its last legs and Chesterfield needed to up sticks and relocate. When up in the stands we had a very good view from the top left of the stand, it has plenty of leg room and decent height to watch the game. THE GROUND IS AMAZING AND WOULD CERTAINLY STAND OUT IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP. Externally there are some nice touches too, with the 'wall of fame' from the clubs 'buy a brick scheme', in the South and North West corners and wide pathways that lead through the car park to the turnstile blocks from Sheffield Road. If the seats had been taped off as other clubs do, it would have made life easier for all concerned. 5. Opposite on the East Side is the Karen Child Community Stand which is similar in appearance, having a curved roof line and a capacity of 3,144 seats with glazed windshields on either side, but with no executive facilities at the rear. The players emerge from the tunnel at the centre of the stand, whilst the centre seating of the stand is taken up by the Directors Box, Sponsors … Not recomended! Chesterfield is famous amongst other things for its St Mary and All Saints church with has a large crooked spire, which dominates the town centre skyline. The traveling fans were immediately silenced and made little noise for the rest of half despite Chesterfield sitting back and inviting the Dons back into the game. Chesterfield played like a team who weren't already relegated, playing nice football to put us under pressure, taking a lead. The television camera gantry is situated in this stand below the roof steelwork. 3. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience. The ground and facilities are excellent though and having worked in Derbyshire for many years in the past, it was nice to have everyone calling me "duck" again, as they do in these parts. Kit sponsors will benefit from having their name included on the club website for the season with a click through to a company website (if applicable). It serves real ale including guest beers often Jennings. What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the ground? I've been to five Chesterfield games in the past and have never experienced any trouble, with a few Chesterfield fans on the bus to the ground engaging in good-natured banter with a couple of Bradford fans. It is a proper old fashioned boozer with a decent selection of ales on tap. On 56 minutes the Dons finally made a breakthrough, the Chesterfield defence dropping deep enough to let Jay O'Shea rifle a left footed shot into the helpless Lee's bottom left corner. Trouble erupted right outside the ground as home and away fans clashed, the police and stewards seemed to be blaming each other for this happening as the exits were supposed to be kept closed for 10 minutes to allow home fans to disperse, but this didn't happen which caused some ugly scenes in the carparks around the stadium and I have to say the police were not very quick to act. Although welcoming to away fans it is on the small side. All seemed okay though, in the end, though I feel one or two of those who made their way onto the pitch may feel differently. This new agreement further strengthens the association between the two organisations. There were also TV screens under the stand that were showing either Chesterfield FC TV or Sky Sports News. Exeter also have a great away following so had been looking forward to this for some time, 2. In the Market Place is The Market, a lucky coincidence that it was called that, it was one of the first real ale pubs in Chesterfield and still does a roaring trade there’s a good selection of Malt Whiskey to be had here. Whilst the nearby Donkey Derby Pub which also offers food is very busy on matchdays and is predominantly for home supporters. Overall I really enjoyed the short trip to Chesterfield, the only thing I didn't enjoy was the football! The Proact Stadium is very easy to find, but you have to search for parking, but luckily I found a space close by. I went on a supporters coach. Not a bad day out all in all. Unlike the other stands the roofs on these ends are not curved, but again glass windshields are in place on both sides. The Peppered Steak and Brampton Ale Pie (£3) sounds particularly mouth watering! City went one down and equalised just before half time, we took control of the second half and went on to win 3-1 doing our promotion ambitions no harm but pushing Chesterfield closer to relegation.

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