Chesterfield Football Club

Great experience.Great non league ground
Apr 29th, 2023

Apr 29th, 2023

Admission well organised. Very slow service on the concourse at half-time. Decent seating.
Apr 29th, 2023

It was my first time there. What an experience. Over 9,000 supporters and the quality of the football shocked me, it was that entertaining for a team not within the football league proper. I was expecting a lot of the big hoof upfield but instead it was ball control, slide rule passes and cross field 40 yarders to switch the play, trapped deftly upon receipt. The atmosphere was buzzing. The slightly disappointing first half made up for by a contrasting second half display and 4 goals. Much respect for Maidstone too and their amazing noisy supporters. It's a long way to come when already relegated and to get a second half thumping. But they kept on singing undeterred. This is what "grass roots" football was meant to be like, for the people, safe for kids, men and women alike. Something sadly lacking in the aloof realms of the premiership. The stadium itself seemed crisp and modern, not what I expected either. I did think for a first timer seat directions once inside the turnstiles could be a bit clearer, we had to ask stewards twice for directions, but that's a minor gripe really All in all a thoroughly enjoyable day out.
Apr 28th, 2023

Went to the Sunday car boot sale. Its on concrete and has proper toilets and a cafe. There were several dozens of sellers. Everything and anything for sale. Prices vary widely. Its the best in the area.
Apr 28th, 2023