Match Preview: Real Bedford v Banbury United
Rob Sinclair’s side returns to The Ledger Stadium, as they prepare to face Banbury United.
The match will be played at the Ledger Stadium on Tuesday, 25th November, with kick-off at 7:45pm. Here is everything you need to know ahead of the game.
MATCH DETAILS
Date: Tuesday 25th November
Venue: Ledger Stadium, McMullen Park, Meadow Lane, Bedford, MK44 3LW.
Kick-Off: 7:45pm
TICKETS
This season, we’ve kept ticket prices the same when you buy online in advance — £10 for adults, £6 for concessions, and free entry for Under 18s. On the day, prices increase to £12 for adults, £8 for concessions, and £2 for Under-18s. Book early to save.
Advance tickets are available to purchase on the club website. Here are the prices listed below:
General Admission: £10
Concession: £6
Child (U18): Free
Groundhopper Special: £15*
Ticket prices on the day can be found below:
General Admission: £12
Concession: £8
Child (U18): £2
Groundhopper Special: £15*
*Included in the ‘Groundhopper special’ is a match ticket, programme, a cold or hot drink at the bar and a metal pin badge.
THE OPPOSITION
Banbury United are currently in great form, securing nine points from their last three. This includes wins against Bromsgrove Sporting, Quorn and St Ives. The Puritans have also scored eight goals in their last three, which shows they’re starting to find real momentum in the final third.
Kelvin Langmead’s side will look to secure three points on Tuesday to keep the team’s momentum building. A win would help push them further up the table and create valuable distance from the relegation zone.
Connor Ferguson is the club’s joint top goal scorer with six goals to his name so far. He scored a hat-trick earlier this month against Bishop Stortford; Ferguson will remain a threat in Tuesday’s fixture.
GETTING TO THE LEDGER STADIUM
Fans coming from the M1 should get off the motorway at Junction 13 onto the A421 before continuing on the A421 Bedford bypass. From here, take the third slip road for the A603 Sandy. The ground is located 200 yards to the left.
As you turn left on Meadow Lane, you will see the Real Bedford logo signposted. The postcode you'll need for your Satnav is MK44 3LW.
PARKING
There is parking just before the Ledger Stadium on the left. Availability is limited, though, so we would advise travelling in groups.
When you turn left onto Meadow Lane, there is also an overflow car park immediately on the right.
FOOD AND DRINKS
Once you go through the turnstiles, go past the clubhouse on your right and towards the pitch straight ahead. Just before the playing surface, you’ll find two containers with a range of food and drink options.
We serve a range of beers thanks to our partnership with Brew Point. This includes Genesis Stout, Supernova Helles Lager, Foghorn Hazy Session IPA and Lodestar Pacific Pale Ale.
You can also try out our range of beers at the Official Brew Point Hut, located adjacent to the tunnel and opposite the pitch. Inside the clubhouse, you can buy the Supernova Helles Lager, which is popular on matchdays.
It is also worth trying out the range of hot and cold food available, including the Pirate burger.
REAL COFFEE CART
The coffee cart, which is located opposite the pitch, has been a popular addition to the matchday experience at the Ledger Stadium. You will be able to try out the most popular hot drinks found in Real Coffee, located on the High Street in Bedford.
MERCHANDISE STORE
You can locate the merchandise store next to the coffee hut opposite the pitch. You can purchase the 2025/26 home and away shirts, Real Bedford branded jumpers, t-shirts, accessories and much more.
ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
There are two bays of disabled parking outside the Ledger Stadium. Inside the ground, there is also a designated area for disabled supporters at the front of the main stand.
If you have any questions, contact us via email: hello@realbedford.com
LIVE STREAM DETAILS
All supporters can watch the game via our in-house streaming platform, PirateTV.
FOLLOW THE MATCH ON SOCIAL MEDIA
If you can’t make the game, you can follow the match via our official X and Instagram accounts. A match report will also be posted on the club website, detailing the key moments in the game.
Follow @realbedford on X and Instagram.
