Having said that, it is a bit mean for the Blades to confine away fans to the lower tier where the view of the pitch isnt so good. There is a concourse area for food and toilets. The United fans are particularly passionate and vocal about their club. Less than a mile from the ground is this Mercure hotel that boasts a restaurant, a bar, a full-service spa including indoor pool and free Wi-Fi. A ticket was purchased from the ticket office and being a category C game was only 13 which I thought was very reasonable for LeagueOne. 112 x 72 yards Pitch Type: Decent pub with Thornbridge real ales. Sheffield is a great place, really lively city, some fantastic pubs and beer; having two football teams really adds to the flavour (obviously Blades in the ascendency at the time of writing this review). As such, Bramall Lane has always been home to the Blades. Bramall Lane erupted. All that said the stewards were polite and helpful. The Globe is usually very popular with away fans, with a bargain menu, good cask ales and plenty of TVs showing live sports. It's rare to see a Norwich away win (especially with a good defensive performance)! After the home fans sang their 'greasy chip butty' anthem the game began with Sheffield United starting the brighter and creating early chances. Mark Needham adds; its worth noting that if you are coming up from the South, that you can leave the M1 at Junction 29 (Chesterfield) and follow signs for Sheffield A61. The stewards were very helpful and pointed us in the direction of our seats, which had fairly good views of the playing surface. Burger King at the railway station, McDonalds and a KFC both on Queens Road. Sheffield United's manager was sent to the stands midway through the second half. Ive heard people call the stadium a proper ground and I can see why they say that as it has an old school feel about it. The reported 1,000 or so Cardiff fans travelling guaranteed there'd be plenty of noise from both sets of supporters. the Wednesday fans were in decent voice, especially once they had established a lead. I found it quite amusing as having to go for a leak just before half time, I could hear the home crowd shout Goo-on as a Sheffield United attack began. Before the game I was very intrigued as to how we would perform in our first real test of the season. Required fields are marked *, Please read our Terms and Conditions before submission. 2018-2019: 26,177 (Championship League) I got to the ground at around 12:30 pm. Written October 25, 2021. So both teams were down to ten men for the rest of the game. If not, it'll cost you about $170 to $511 per seat for a shared Bramall Lane VIP box or suite. It became a frustrating afternoon for the 2,000 plus Barnsley fans who, like myself, expected a better display from the players. You will eventually reach a roundabout at the junction with the A621. 119 Norfolk Street, Sheffield, S1 2JE. There are only six dedicated club museums in England and one of them is at Bramall Lane. I was still disappointed with the atmosphere from the home ends as hardly any singing was heard. Didn't take much notice of the food inside the ground it looked much the same as anywhere else. Sheffield United got back into the game as Bournemouth were poor in many areas especially defensively. From our seats we had a decent view, although there is a couple of supporting pillars but if your in the upper stand then the obstruction is minimal. A 0-0 draw was a great result for us on current form and having a player sent off. Bramall Lane is a nice ground with good views and a great way for Swans to start the season. Easy walk to the ground from the station, 15 minutes direct (well, that was on the way back). This stand is two-tiered and also has an electric scoreboard, perched between the two. There was a huge police presence though and it caused a lot of traffic around the ground. It was constantly raining too so didn't meet local fans. What you did before the game pub/chippy. However Bramall Lane is always worth a visit. There wasnt many spaces and the other streets in the area are permit parking only so arrive in plenty of time. 2019-2020: 30,869 (Premier League) Here is some information on each of the main stands: The ticket pricing for matches at Bramall Lane isnt the easiest thing to understand, with the club categorising matches, charging different amounts depending on where in the ground you want to sit and offering discounts for Blades Membership holders. The Blades were on a sensational run of form under Nigel Clough, recently winning 10 games on the spin, as well as keeping 8 clean sheets in a row. Why you were looking forward to going to the ground (or not as the case may be): Never been to Bramall Lane before and being a Leeds fan, Sheffield United is a big game. Was then an easy drive home, arriving back at about 9pm, in good time to see in the New Year. Opposite is the Bramall Lane Stand, which during the Summer of 2006 was extended around one corner of the stadium to meet the GAC (South) Stand. In the end, Norwich held out for a 1-0 win. We were on the back foot from the kick off and our keeper kept us in it. I have sat or stood in every stand of beautiful downtown Bramall lane apart from the two new'ish corners. Responsibly, Map showing the location of Bramall Lane, railway station and listed pubs. The journey takes in views of the Etihad, Old Trafford and Edgeley Park grounds. A low shot into the near goal could easily cross the line unseen by the fans since the advertising boards actually obscure the last few inches of the pitch at that end. Wolves took the lead soon after though, when James Henry's cross fooled everybody to nestle in the far corner. All Rights Reserved. As I had been to the chip shop across the road I never got anything to eat or drink in the ground itself, so can't comments on the food and prices. Hopefully, we'll stay up and we'll be playing them again next season. A single test match was hosted at the stadium in 1902 when Australia played England, beating the hosts by 143 runs. Kop Gangway A section J row 24 seat We left Swansea at 11am and arriving in Sheffield at 4.30pm. It will set you back 10 if you're an adult and 6 if you're a concession. The facilities were decent, however the concourse was a little crowded, but there was still room to move. We missed a sitter and the writing was on the wall. Great view but only a few seats to the end of the stand so a bit quieter than if you're in the middle, Good fight, Brook lost by TKO in round 10. It's 3 for adults to enter and 2 for concessions, but check it is open before you travel to avoid disappointment. The Club have announced their intention to further develop the capacity of Bramall Lane to over 40,000. In the end it was a hard earned but thoroughly merited three points to take home to the Black Country, taking us onto an impressive tally of 80 from 37 games. It's worth noting that the away coaches will all be parked on the street outside of the ground afterwards, this was not made clear to us and I had to ask a Police Officer of this before heading into the ground. After the game, it was just a straightforward get away to the train station and catching the 2.40pm back home. If youre in Sheffield and youre hosting a special occasion then the home of Sheffield United should definitely be high on your list of places to consider. Got a raised eyebrow when I asked if they serve away fans wearing colours (why was I even asking?). The invader outpaced the ineffective stewards and eventually gave himself up, seemingly embarrassed at not being caught. The atmosphere wasn't as good as I was expecting, but it wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special. I had never been to Bramall Lane before, plus we were visiting relatives nearby so I thought I give it a visit. Sun 12th March 2023 14:00 FA Women's Championship at Bramall Lane. and into Sheffield. Even so, it still has a bit extra compared to a normal game. All square at the break, with no chances of note. We have been on a bad run over Christmas period with some bad luck. Altogether it was a good game and the Blades fans created a great atmosphere, the stewards were very friendly. I have seen a few games in my time, but the noise generated by the home fans in the last 15 mins was incredible, I have never heard such loud support. We emerged out at the top of the lower-tier of our stand, which was directly behind a goal (opposite a pretty grand single-tiered kop). Although the concourse was quite large it was quite dated. United were on a bit of an upsurge and the started the game scoring on six minutes and although they had the better chances they couldn't add a second. Although we threw away a 2-0 lead we still drew and looked to have all but booked a place in the play offs, which is incredible as when Sheffield United were playing in the Premiership we were a non league club! I live in Leeds and my friend (who also lives in Leeds) picked us up at 1 pm and we drove down. Generally one for the home fans rather than the away fans, The 1885 Bar is an upmarket place that has an array of drink options and serves light bites. We were going into this game on the back of a seven match losing run against tough opponents. A trip to Bramall Lane on a Tuesday night in October. Manufacturer:Adidas Home Kit: After a quick pint, we took the 5-minute walk to the ground and went in. Bramall Lane is located just south of Sheffield city centre. After the game me and my friends went into the city for a few drinks before setting off home again, so when we finally left Sheffield there was no traffic at all. Availed ourselves of a sandwich and two pints at the Stags Head pub Psalter Lane. Well done to the FA, thanks! We'll earn a small commission. As more fans arrived it did get more cramped, especially down to the end of the kiosks which was selling alcohol. Got past the South Yorkshire Police, clearly hacked off by the lack of a full scale riot, the Police helicopter was looking a bit over the top. The Blades saw out the last 20 minutes not altogether comfortably at times to gain the prized three points. There was some good link up play down the right from Henry and Matt Doherty, and the ball broke to Dave Edwards, who finished with aplomb. It was one of those grounds that by just listening to the crowd you could tell what was happening on the pitch. 32,604 v Wigan Athletic Sheffield station is no more than ten minutes from the ground and the city centre, where there are plenty of pubs. Both of Sheffield Uniteds goals were from crosses into the box, the second being a re-bound. Obviously Blades fans like to get that last pint in before taking their seats. Having arrived at 2pm we had a good hour to get to the ground. Car parking is not too bad since there are a lot of terraced streets around, while the ground is easy to find since it is close to the city centre and a bright splash of red. Despite constant rain, the pitch was in very good condition. Although I have visited Bramall Lane before I was more impressed on this visit mainly due to away fans being allocated the upper tier which gave some great views of the stadium and the action on the pitch. As can be imagined the travelling Wednesday fans were in heaven unlike the home fans who were gutted. Also just over the bridge is a nice little chip shop, not the largest menu, but affordable and good chips. As you come out of the railway station, walk up the slope and cross over at the traffic lights, then turning to your left. After furious protests the goal stood. Swans had some nice passing at points with no real chances for either team. Newcastle ran out 0-2 winners over a side who were in good form. The journey into Sheffield was pretty easy. Grass Club Nickname: The fact that Southend United had matched this once great club and competed in a good standard football match ensured a pleasant journey and good memories. The Blades, having beaten non-league's Hollywood upstarts Wrexham in the previous round, had sent out their fringe team for this one, but they frustrated Spurs and grew . It was my last premier league ground to tick off and I have never been to Sheffield before. Both sets of supporters were loud throughout the game, with a fair amount of banter between us in the away end and the fans nearest us in the Main Stand. Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting Bramall Lane? home fans friendly? Should we be in the same league next season it will be a must do game to attend again. And they play in red and white stripes what's not to like? The Legend Of The Lane museum features a host of the clubs memorabilia, collected during its extensive and exciting history. Undeterred the Charlton army headed north from Friday onward. Entry into the stand was amazingly interestingly tight, stop it, there was barely room behind the turnstile to turn and go up the stairs, certain no room to swing the proverbial cat. There was no trouble with the home fans on their way home. With hindsight, I would have had another beer or two there, but as it was I headed to the Triple Point Brewery on Shoreham Street, which is directly on the way to the ground. 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