You can search popular questions or submit a question using the 'Ask a question' tab. The usual overnight Megabus Dundee to London Victoria, then tube to Marleybone and a one hour train journey to Oxford. All the facilities were fairly standard, had a bacon/onion roll and cup of tea which was fine. Rage Online He looked baffled and told me there was nothing outside the turnstiles. Arrived about 1:10pm and found the car park nearly full. Please contact mwalton@oufc.co.uk. The facility consists of three sections: The Barn, The Grange and the training pitches. There is no permanent tour running of Kassam Stadium, but Oxford United do run occasional tours of the grounds most exciting areas, such as the dressing rooms and trophy cabinet, on certain occasions. There were lots of fans from both teams about and it seemed to be a friendly place. Oxford Station is approximately five miles from the stadium. Here are some crackers: As one of the newer grounds in the Football League, Kassam Stadiums facilities are generally quite impressive. Buses run regularly along Iffley Road (No. Oxford scored within the first couple of minutes, then Luton scored twice within as many minutes just before half time. 5 Sandford Road, Oxford, OX4 4PU (01865 779 341). Excellent views in the away end. We were situated in the car park, well that's how it felt, to one end of the North Stand on the side of the pitch. As it took a while to get to the ground we went straight into the stadium. ). The journey was straightforward down the M40 and the ground is well signposted although one wonders whether it is quicker to continue down the M40 south than get off at the A34 as you are instructed by the signage. Manchester United (Aon Training Complex) - Carrington - GetTheData A ground that I'd looked forward to going to for quite a while rather let me down. Would I go again? For details of disabled facilities and club contact at the ground please visit the relevant page on the Tuesday, October 22nd 2013, 7.45pm Cash and card are accepted. This consists of a perimeter wall with a car park beyond. Not exactly first impressions as I've been to the Kassam around six times so high time I did a review! The South Stand on one side of the pitch is a two-tiered stand with a row of executive boxes. Oxford United, Fusion Lifestyle and Oxford City Council have reached an agreement for Oxford Sports Park to become the new home of Oxford Uniteds training facility. Staff were decent and friendly serving which makes a change as an away fan and the range of food and drink was good as well. The place was very full with local fans mixing happily with Vale fans. As a Torquay United fan of far too many years and living in Berkshire this is a relatively easy trip. The atmosphere was superb from both sets of fans, the home end behind the goal was particularly loud at times. The University of Oxford is not a campus university and our colleges, departments and other constituent units are to be found throughout the city of Oxford, rather than on one central site. We arrived quite early, so we headed into the Hollywood Bowl bar where they were screening the Arsenal game. Still I will comeback to watch another derby game and hopefully see us at least score a goal! Most of them looked like they'd come from an agency and would rather be somewhere else. Arsenal's FA Cup trip to Oxford United stirs unhappy memories The club has been in discussions with current leaseholders Fusion Lifestyle over the running of the 4.9m sports complex near Horspath. I'd seen Leeds play several times at the Manor ground and had been frustrated in recent years by constantly passing signs for the Kassam stadium enroute to games on the south coast so was looking forward to finally getting this one ticked off. The council said Fusion Lifestyle and United had agreed their "preferred option" was for the 25-year lease to be "reassigned" to the League One football club. Saturday 8am to 1pm. Taking the coach was helpful as we were shepherded nicely away from the ground in quite short order, but those driving I understand did not fare quite so well. On arrival the ground looks good with a bronze looking figure of a bull which is impressive and offers a good point for photographs adjacent to the car park. Coach drivers must drop-off on Marston Road and park at the dedicated council coach parking provision at: TheUniversity of Oxford websitecarries awealthof information on getting to Oxford and visiting both the city and the Universityin general. The Kassam Stadium was signposted really well. It took me about 20 minutes to get to the A34 roundabout which was gridlocked ao I decided to take the A4074(?) Myles Munsey (Torquay United fan). The toilets are really clean and the catering staff selling refreshments are very efficient. Those in the know would get there really early and get a space near the leisure complex. I was surprised how close I was. Unique. This elevates it in my estimation and the fact that one end is open (a West Stand never having been built), makes it unusual amongst British stadia. I left North West London at 11:30am and headed straight up the M40 and arrived at the Kassam Stadium just before 12:30pm. This was our first game of pre-season at a venue I had not visited previously. The away end is at the North side of the ground with the away fans housed on the right-hand side as you view the pitch. The Rovers area was sold out. "London") Across the road from the car park is the Ozone complex. My overall impression is that Oxford is a good place to watch football. Argyle defended deeper the longer the second half went on and survived a few scares including a sustained period of pressure around ten minutes from the end. Walkers: What is the heart-shaped 100k challenge? By Train/Bus The nearest station is Oxford (OXF). FANS PARKING TIPArrive as early as possible to get a parking space there is only one road into the site, so the queues can become lengthy as kick-off approaches. Therefore, where possible, we ask members and visitors to make use of walking, cycling and public transport. But the Kassam Stadium is situated quite away from the station. But as I already had the tickets for this game, I was determined to go. I knew it was unusual to have stands on just three sides of the ground, but overall the Kassam Stadium looked quite a reasonable ground (I have been to East Fife and that has only one stand and three open sides so not that weird). Their games were always played in and around Headington but they switched regularly between four different venues. The first impressions of the Kassam are poor. Click here for details and online booking. We had a tip from some West Ham fans on Twitter regarding a pub called the George Arms on Sandford Road so we went there and parked. It has taken a lot of hard work to get to this stage; not just over the last few years but also historically because the club never really had a permanent base until they got back into the Football League in 2010. It was a long drive with the usual pain on the M6 roadworks but once passed that it was easy as anything to get to. After the roundabout with Sainsburys on one corner, take the left turning signposted Cowley/Wallington/Oxford Science Park and you eventually come to the ground on your left. For a team sitting in second place and on the back of a Wembley trip, (and it being Oxford), I expected much much friendlier fans. If you have an issue or feedback relating to the University of Oxford website itself, please contact the webmaster. I was taking my lad to his first ever Southend game. West Ham United Fc (Chadwell Heath Training Ground) - Romford - GetTheData However as I was starting to come out, Oxford took the lead through Liam Sercombe. Coming back after the game, it still took more than half an hour. Disappointing to find the ground still has only three stands with an open end with no access for fans behind that goal. The Tree is midway between Oxford and the stadium, about a mile from either, but it's a good deal cheaper than many city centre options. Saturday, November 10th, 2012, 3pm From Central London take the A4 to the M4 then the M40. I met a fellow Argyle fan from High Wycombe on Saturday morning. Oxford United Training Ground oxford. If a match is not designated all-ticket, any remaining tickets can be purchased on match day from the away ticket office in the North Stand, which is also the collection point for pre-ordered tickets. Whether you are a small group planning a dream sports break or seeking wonderful hospitality for your company clients, Nickes.Com has 20 years of experience in providing unforgettable sporting trips. We travelled on the train direct from Stoke to Oxford on the Cross Country which was okay. With space for up to 600 people they can handle pretty much anything you throw at them. SmokingThe stadium is a smoke-free zone: and smoking or the use of electronic cigarettes is not permitted inside the stadium. Have Oxford United and the stadium owners never heard of 'revenue streams'? We departed the Lamex Stadum at 12 noon and amazingly were pulling up outside the Kassam Stadium just before 2pm, not bad on one of the worst days of the year for traffic! The council said Oxford United, Oxford Cricket Club, and Oxford Softball would be provided with facilities. OUFC v TUFC is becoming a regular event now as the wind-up potential is enormous (I'm outnumbered 5:1!). Some of the best officials I have seen all season although it seemed a bit harsh to book two of our players for time wasting? This was quite an impressive sight at a League Two game. Had a hot dog recommended. Oxford fans generally are well behaved and friendly. The Golden Ball in Littlemore (OX4 4LQ) also serves food and has a beer garden and parking (01865 806558). Breaking Oxford United training ground deal close. Keep your eye out on the clubs website for details, or in the local paper if you live in the area. The game was great for us we were 3-0 up after 20 mins so the atmosphere was as good as you'd expect. Living as I do surrounded by Oxford fans this is the third time I've been invited to this particular fixture and I don't often get to see my team play away from home. Call cost 55p per minute plus your telephone company's network access charge. Grenoble Road, Oxford, England, OX4 4XP (01865 780 888). All of us just about squeezed onto it but it was 5.45pm before we got back to the High Street. Plus Bus tickets are valid. The game itself was entertaining particularly as Southend scored twice in the first half to take control. Play It does is make people agitated which can cause problems. The atmosphere within the ground is not bad, with the home fans in the Oxford Mail Stand doing their best to raise it. There are several venues which welcome both home and away fans (for high-profile matches this may be reviewed, so we suggest you call ahead if in doubt) these include:Frankie and Bennys: bar and restaurant (pre-booking advised for meals) 01865 778309, Hollywood Bowl: bar and bar food menu, https://www.facebook.com/HWBOxford/. Once at the stadium we were directed to a parking spot. I can see the glare from the sun being an issue for away fans due to stadium design on sunny days, as we are in a protracted spell of unsettled weather this wasn't an issue today! It departs from bus stop S2 which is located in Speedwell Street in the City Centre. By this time there was a lot of traffic and a queue to get into the car park. I eventually found somewhere approx one mile away no problem for me but a warning for those who may not want or be able to walk that far. Both teams are in similar league positions. We parked in the car park at the open/missing end of the ground, there is no charge for parking. Although we lost 2-0 due to a keeper error and then being caught by a quick breakaway by Oxford who look a decent side. As I didn't get there until 7.30pm so no chance to go to the pub. This is a popular place; all the tables in the restaurant area were booked, but there was space in the bar and also tables outside. Oxford Sports Park is an elite training centre, home of Oxford United Football Club, a community facility. The second half was way better with Oxford upping the tempo and putting Torquay under pressure for long spells. Leave at Junction 7 for the A329 then get on the B480 and follow the signs. "We believe they are well placed to manage the site and, like us, they are keen to ensure that the community use of the site remains a key element of any future tenancy," she said. I have been to the Kassam Stadiumseveral times, and find no issues with it being three sided (especially since my early memories of Bramall Lane include a cricket ground along one side of the football pitch or was it a football pitch alongside one side of the cricket square?). Book your next dream trip with Nickes.Com! We have a long association with Oxford United and look forward to an even closure relationship in the future.. We had sold our allocation of 1,500 tickets very quickly and I was hopeful of a good atmosphere. To access the sports ground walk or cycle down Edgeway Road and continue down the gravel pathway until reaching the gate (on the right hand side) to Marston Road Sports Ground. It took us almost 45 minutes to travel half a mile into the car park area. North Stand:Adults 24, Over 65s 17, Under 22s/Students 16, Under 18s 14 The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. to the right of the away fans as advised by one of your reviewers. We was away in 10 minutes after boarding the coach and the Police escorted us to the motorway, then we was left to make our own way home. There is also the option of renting a private driveway near the Kassam Stadium via YourParkingSpace.co.uk. Do your homework, take a coach to Oxford, especially if it's a fairly short journey like ours. Away supporters should head for car park B1, opposite the VUE cinema. Outside the stadium is a bronze bull statue which is a more accurate version if less amusing! Then Oxford sealed the 3 points by getting another penalty and scoring making it 3-0 full time. If you arrive at Oxford Parkway (OXP) we suggest you take a connecting train to Oxford. The stadium is signposted on all major approach roads to Oxford with the brown attraction signs and a football icon. U18s face Bristol Rovers at home - Oxford United Official | Facebook Ed Murray adds; I visited the Kassam Stadium for a Tuesday evening game, I took the number 5 bus from the station just before 7pm and, even though the traffic was fairly light, I didnt arrive at the ground until 7:50pm. Kevin Hulbert (Port Vale fan). Not been to the Kassam Stadium before, so I was interested to see what their modern football ground was like. Cycle racks are located adjacent to the athletics track (accessed via the pool footpath) and the area of the carpark nearest reception. This was not Argyle's best recent performance but they managed to get ball three points. 2 additional spaces are reserved for disabled blue badge holders. Pretty awful. What is the postcode of the BMW UK Vehicle Handover Centre? I had a fantastic view from the top of the away section and the ample height between rows ensured no ones head was in my way. This was Vale's best performance for a few weeks though. I seem to curse the game, they've lost at least the last 5 I've been to! The new ground was hit by numerous problems and issues during the building phase, with the construction taking four years to complete because of financial issues causing the company that was building it to abandon work when they were not getting paid. There is no West Stand at the ground, with a car park standing in its place at the time of writing. The total attendance was 9,356 which is a credit for Oxford United at this level. I loved my day out to Oxford loved everything about it apart from the result. Home fans were friendly but heavily outnumbered by Rovers fans. About a 15 minute walk, through the underpass, past Franky and Bennys and straight into the away end. Nice guy. There is a fair bit of parking within a two minute walk of the stadium, which is perfect but you'll have to ensure you get there in good time as it does fill up very quickly. The stewards were indifferent rather than friendly. Ended up in Thame about half an hours drive from the Kassam and found a tasty, cosy little place called the Rising which is a Brakspear pub with a Thai restaurant ( which I would highly recommend). Then in the second half Oxford capitalised on a goalkeeping mistake to make it 2-0. The acoustics of the stadium are good and ever gone was friendly inside and out. A lot of new builds have a statue of a former player outside as mentioned just now Oxford has chosen to have a statue of a bull at their stadium, not that they are without famous players of course! Oxford got a penalty and went 1-0 up. Oxford United v Torquay United Photograph: PA Images . Oxford United are set to secure management of their training ground after being overlooked by the council during the site's development. He was poor throughout though and baffled both sets of fans and players with some awful decisions. Overall it was a decent evenings entertainment, it was a good point for Exeter especially as most around us dropped points. Definitely an upmarket place to go, but worth it. The atmosphere was great from the Argyle fans throughout the game and the Oxford fans could be heard at times too, although there were only about 6,500 of them. These are the Catherine Wheel on Henley Road and the Kings Arms on Church Road. Although modern it is less 'flat-pack' than a lot of its peers and enjoys a nice open aspect without that hemmed in feeling. I have followed Sunderland for over 40 years home and away. (A few years back it got defaced by some idiots but looks resplendant now in full charging and snorting mode on its own personal plinth). Parking The stadium has unreserved spaces for around 2,000 cars at each game. The Kassam Stadium looked quite nice from the outside. Offsite Parking There is some road parking near the ground with spaces between the stadium and the Watlington Road roundabout. After parking I walked towards the stadium to ask a steward about bars/gathering spots. The conditions made the game a tenuous affair, after scoring from a third-minute corner and taking the lead, we thought it could be worth going for it. I picked up a ticket and went over to 'Hollywood', where both sets of fans were mingling with no issues. The food and beer choices here were excellent. The East Stand is another single-tier structure and welcomes the most vocal Oxford United supporters. The nearest train station is Oxford. Visiting Fans - Oxford United Oxford Sports Park will provide fantastic new facilities for people of all ages to get into sport in Oxford, but I think this new partnership, with community teams training right next to Oxford Uniteds stars, will be particularly impactful and inspiring for the citys children. Swindon Town have never scored at the Kassam Stadium so I was hoping that this goalless streak would end. Second half and Oxford applied lots of pressure but were lacking composure in the final third. We were stopped by some home fans who were interested in our anti-ownership shirts that many were wearing. League One Oxford United recently beat Premier League side West Ham United in the Carabao Cup, The park, which includes 16 football pitches of various sizes, two cricket pitches and softball facilities, is said to be "opening soon" to the public. If you use what3words, you can find the precise . Oxford vs Reading rivalry: The Oxford Reading rivalry is underpinned by an attempt club merger back in 1983. Hotels Express Holiday Inn and Hampton by Hilton are both located on the complex. The stewards were fine but the concourses were unbelievably packed that we couldn't move for five minutes at half time. Michael welcomes donations of Oxford United programmes. All Bundesliga matches at their iconic 75,000 capacity Allianz Arena are sold-out, but Nickes.Com can put together your perfect dream trip to see them play fellow German giants Schalke 04 in February 2018! 01865 337 533 Pitch Size: Oxford get good gates and generate quite a bit of noise so there is never a feeling of sitting in an empty soulless concrete box. There are plans for some more modernisation though albeit minor works. Called Oxford Parkway it is served by trains from London Marylebone. Summary of overall thoughts of the day out: A great night out giving high flying League Two Oxford United a run for their money. An alternative walking route is available down Jackdaw Lane, which isoff the Iffley Road. No problems at all back on the M40 within 20 minutes. The journey takes around 40 minutes and then it is a 15 minute walk to the stadium (see, https://www.oxfordbus.co.uk/services/OXBC/5?date=2022-07-18&direction=outbound). Home and away fans are usually welcome at the following pubs (for high-profile matches this may be reviewed, so we always suggest you give the pub a call if in doubt). You are also able to park your car there for the duration of the game. Councillor Linda Smith, Deputy Leader of Oxford City Council, said: I am delighted that we have reached agreement with Oxford United for the new Oxford Sports Park to become the home of the clubs training facility. At The Kassam Stadium: It was my first ever trip to a Football League ground with my team Braintree Town. Behind this area is the large stadium car park. There is no access for coaches and minibuses, nor space for turning around/dropping-off on Jackdaw Lane. Never got to see any of the facilities this time due to arriving late, but my recollection from previous visits is that they are nothing special but equally not as bad as in some older grounds. That was two years before they joined the Football League after they won the Southern Football League. What's the least exercise we can get away with? Coach and minibus drivers must drop-off on either Parks Road or South Parks Road and park at the dedicated council coach parking provision at: This is our preferred method for students and locals community members. A bit of sparring from both teams up to the last minute of the half. Justice done therefore when Jones saved the penalty from Liam Sercombe. Then it was off to the Turf Tavern a small pub down an alleyway off Holywell Street where I had hoped to visit before the game. The stadium itself looks weird considering its a three-sided ground. Didn't see any pubs in the retail park, so just wondered around outside of the stadium and picked up a match programme before the game. That aside I always love an away day and the Kassam Stadium was a new ground for me. BBC South Live - BBC News The club moved to the Kassam Stadium in 2001, after leaving the Manor Ground, which had been its home for 76 years. Oxford United v Port Vale I got the impression that they aren't so friendly if local rivals, Swindon are visiting. I was looking forward to this game, as both Oxford and Port Vale were pushing for promotion. The game was well stewarded but an appalling one for a West Ham fan in terms of the performance on the pitch, losing the match 4-0.