Stadium Info
Sixfields stadium has four covered single tier stands, the largest of which, being the West (main) Stand which has a capacity of approximately 4,000. It is situated along the side of the pitch. The North, South and East stand are all of similar height and shape. Up above the North end is a large grass bank where kids tend to gather in order to get a view of the game for free. They're only able to see the far goal but it does make you wonder why you've paid £20 to get in sometimes.
Away Fans
Visiting supporters sit in the South Stand, which holds just under 1000, although 300 extra seats can be made available in the corner of the East Stand. All seats offer unobstructed views although if possible, try to avoid the back rows as there's very little leg room for some reason. Fans do have to queue to buy a ticket outside the ground and then queue again at the turnstiles. A procedure that hasn't changed since the ground was owned by the council.
Where To Drink
There are a few pubs on the way through from the Town Centre and Train Station which is handy. You have The Rover, which is a nice pub situated five minute walk away from Sixfields towards the Northampton Saints rugby ground.
Near the ground, if you want food, you have the obvious places such as McDonalds and Burger King to pick from. There are many restaurants with TGI Fridays, Old Orleans and Bella Italia, or even Frankie and Benny's and Buddies USA .
Parking
Parking at the stadium is available in a fair sized car park priced at £3 per vehicle. It's rare that it gets full but still worth arriving early to choose the best spot for a quick and easy escape after the game. Street parking is limited in the immediate vacinity but can be find if needed within 5-10 minutes walk of the stadium.
By Train
The nearest / closest train station to Northampton Town's Sixfields Stadium is Northampton rail. To walk to the stadium go outside the train station (up the steps) and turn right. Walk roughly 500 metres down the road bearing right, until you get to the Bus Depot opposite the Chip Shop. Cross rd at Zebra crossing, then keep walking in the same direction. Bear to the left hand side of the left road when the road forks into two and you should eventually pass the Rugby Ground. Keep walking past the new housing development and up the hill bearing left, then eventually you will come to Halford's. Head past this until you come to a new path going past a fenced area on your left and a huge building and car park straight ahead. Follow this path and turn right at the end and you should see the Sixfields Leisure Complex. The stadium is now down to your left.
Photos
For more photos from the Sixfields Stadium, click the link below!
http://www.tothe92.co.uk/groundguide/northampton.html
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