The opposition: Carlisle City
Nickname: The Sky Blues
Founded: 1975
Daren Persson Stadium to Carlisle City: 65 mile
Last Season: 15th Place – Northern League Div 1
Twitter: @CarlisleCityFC
Tonight we welcome Carlisle City to the Daren Persson Stadium as they make the 130 mile midweek round trip as the two clubs face each other for the first time in their histories.
The Sky Blues based at Gillford Park have made an unbeaten start to the season with a draw on the opening weekend against Tow Law, 2-2 and a win against Sunderland RCA, 3-1.
The Robins will be looking to respond after Saturday’s disappointing exit from the FA Cup after a 4-0 defeat at Ashingtons’ Woodhorn Lane, a performance similar to that of the opening weekend against Seaham Red Star would be an ideal response.
We hope that you can join us at the Daren Persson Stadium to cheer on the lads, for those visiting us for the first time, details of how to find us can be found below.
If you are not able to make the journey, updates will be available via social media @northshieldsfc
Admission
Adults £8
Concessions £5
Under 16’s £1
Matchday Programme £2.50
**Please note turnstile is CASH only
How to find us
Whether you’re a North Shields fan or you’re following another team to Tyneside, you can look forward to a warm North East welcome at The Daren Persson Stadium.
In this visitor guide, you’ll find all the important information you need before your arrival.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
By Car
The postcode of the stadium is NE29 0SS. Some limited parking spaces can be found at the stadium and there is plenty and free street parking on West Percy Road adjacent to the stadium.
By the Tyne & Wear Metro
Tyneside is well served by a light rail system known as the Tyne & Wear Metro. North Shields is easily accessible from Newcastle City Centre from Monument station where trains to the Coast go via North Shields. The Daren Persson Stadium is served by two stops, Meadow Well (5 minutes’ walk) or North Shields (10 minutes’ walk).
By Bus
The 306 & 310 bus service from Newcastle City Centre (Haymarket Bus Station) to Tynemouth runs within close proximity to the stadium. The stadium is located off Waterville Road (East).
