City enter their fourth pre-season fixture away to Eccleshill United this evening and we have gathered useful information in an away day guide ahead of the 7.30pm contest.
STADIUM ADDRESS
The Mitton Group Stadium
Kingsway
Wrose
Bradford
BD2 1PN
ABOUT THE GROUND
The Eagles have played at the Mitton Group Stadium since 1963. Ground developments include the building of a clubhouse in 1974 and the installation of terracing in the early 1980s.
The ground has a capacity of 2,225 spectators, with a main stand seating 225 people and a sheltered terrace behind one of the goals housing 415.
The clubhouse operates over normal licensing hours with a bar, lounge and games room. Hot and cold snacks are also available.
TICKETS
Supporters will be able to pay on the gate for tonight’s affair.
Admission prices are as follows:
Adults: £5
Concessions: £3
CAR PARKING
A car park is located at the Mitton Group Stadium, though be sure to arrive early, as space is limited.
Street parking is also available on Kingsway and in surrounding areas.
ENTERTAINMENT AND REFRESHMENTS
To eat:
Several local eateries are located in Wrose village, just a short walk from the stadium.
Wrose Pizza & Kings Balti and Wrose Fisheries both serve fast food and The Wrose Bull bar and grill is perfect for a pre-match meal and drink.
To drink:
The Bold Privateer Hotel, again situated in the heart of Wrose, offers a friendly pub atmosphere with a selection of alcoholic drinks available on draught.
Inside the ground:
A refreshment kiosk is located inside the ground – by the turnstiles – serving hot and cold food and soft drinks.
GETTING THERE
Directions:
From the Utilita Energy Stadium, join Canal Road and branch right at Staples. Fork left onto junction with Wrose Road. Across the junction, continue on Kings Road and take the first left onto Kingsway. The ground is 200 yards away, on right hand side.
Public transport:
Bradford Interchange is three miles away from the Mitton Group Stadium.
First Bradford bus 633 runs to Wrose Road half hourly, with a 24-minute journey.
Retrace along Wrose Road, turn left onto Plumpton Walk and left again onto Kingsway.
After a five-minute walk, the ground is on the right.
WEATHER
Bantams fans are in for a pleasant evening for this contest.
Conditions are expected to be sunny and warm, with highs of 22°C.