The opposition: Kendal Town
Nickname: The Mintcakes
Twitter: @kendaltownfc
Current League Position: 6th
Tomorrow is NON LEAGUE DAY and we have a cracking game in store as we welcome Kendal Town to the Daren Persson Stadium.
Football returns to the Daren Persson Stadium after a short break due to no scheduled game since our last outing, when we entertained Newcastle Benfield in a captivating 2-2 draw, The Lions took the lead early doors through Aiden Haley before the Robins drew level through Curtis Coppen, just on the stroke of half time, the Lions retook the lead through Noah Millington, the Robins drew back level once more again through Curtis Coppen rising highest inside the penalty area to head the Robins level.
Our opponents for tomorrow’s game, make their second trip of the week to these neck of the woods having faced Newcastle Blue Star at Scotswood on Tuesday night, losing 1-0 on the night, prior to Tuesday night’s defeat the Mintcaked were unbeaten in four, picking up wins against Seaham Red Star, Northallerton Town and Carlisle City as well as picking up a good point at Dean Street, the home of Shildon.
When the two sides met earlier in the season, it was the mintcakes who came out victorious back in October, James Bailey opening the scoring with just over a quarter of an hour played before Niall Cowperthwaite doubled their lead on the hour mark, Ben Harmison gave the Robins a glimpse of hope of rescuing something from the game as he reduced the deficit in stoppage time but it was too little too late as the hosts were able to hang on.
We hope that you can join us to cheer on the lads, if not, you can follow the action as it happens via our live match updates @northshieldsfc
Form Guide (Last 5 in all competitions)
North Shields D W W W L
Kendal Town L W D W W
Admission
Adults £7
Concessions £5
Under 16’s Accompanied FREE \ Unaccompanied £1
Matchday Programme £2.50
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 & 307 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).
