The opposition: Long Eaton United
Nickname: The Blues
Founded: 1956
Daren Persson Stadium to Long Eaton United: 167 mile
Last result: Long Eaton United 4- 1 Shildon
Reverse fixture: Long Eaton United 3 – 1 North Shields
Last Season: Champions – United Counties League – Premier Division
Twitter: @LongEatonUnited
Tomorrow Marc Nash and his men will be looking to put last week’s disappointing defeat behind them as they welcome the high flying Long Eaton United to the Daren Persson Stadium.
The Blues are flying in their first season in the Northern Premier League – East Division and currently sit in 4th place on 59 points with 4 games remaining.
Their recent good run of form has seen them go on an unbeaten run since mid-January, when they were on the wrong end of a drubbing from league champions Worksop Town.
Last weekend saw the end of a good run of results for the Robins as they fell to Bridlington Town, 1-2 for the second time this season, one positive to come out of the game was Simon Jakab scored his first goal in Robins colours.
When the two sides met earlier in the season, the Blues came out on top with a 3-1 win with their goal coming in the last 15 minutes, after Connor Oliver opened the scoring with a smart freekick after 10 minutes.
Admission
Adults £9
Concessions (65 and over) £6
Children £3
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).
