Match Preview: Stratford Town vs Real Bedford
Rob Sinclair’s side are unbeaten in nine in all competitions and are looking to continue their momentum, as they travel to Stratford Town in the Southern League Premier Central.
The match will be played at the Arden Garages Stadium, and kick-off at 3:00pm.
Here is everything you need to know ahead of Saturday’s game.
Match details
Date: Saturday 1st November
Venue: Knights Lane, Tiddington, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 7BZ.
Kick-Off: 3:00pm
TICKETS
You can purchase tickets on Stratford Town’s website here. The list of prices can be found below:
Adults: £12
Concessions: £8
Please note: Cash or card at turnstiles and car parking is £3 cash only.
FANS BUS TO STRATFORD TOWN
There will be a supporters’ bus available on the day, with the prices listed below:
Adults - £20
Child U18 and Concessions - £10
Supporters should arrive at the Ledger Stadium at 12pm, with the bus set to depart at 12:15pm. The game kicks off at 3pm, with the bus to depart Stratford at 5:30pm following the conclusion of the match.
If you have any questions, contact us via email: hello@realbedford.com
HOW TO GET TO THE ARDEN GARAGES STADIUM
Stratford Town provide the following advice to supporters travelling by car from Junction 15 M40
“From junction 15 M40, take the A46 towards Stratford. On approaching town at the first roundabout, bear left onto the A439 towards Stratford, keep to the left-hand lane on the one-way system and turn left over Clopton Bridge. At the end of the bridge, turn left onto B4086 Tiddington Road towards Wellesbourne and continue for approximately 1 mile. After passing the NFU Mutual Building on your right, take the next right into Knights Lane. The entrance to the ground is approximately 800 metres on the right, 100 metres after the school.”
THE OPPOSITION
Stratford Town sit 12th in the Southern League Premier League Central after 12 matches. The Bards are unbeaten in their last four league games, including an impressive 0-0 draw away at promotion contenders Harborough Town.
Owen James is the club’s top goalscorer this season, with five goals in all competitions. This included a hat-trick against Barwell in a 4-1 win earlier this season.
Paul Davis’ side have had a solid home record in the Southern League Premier Central, winning three, drawing one and losing one. In fact, they have won their last two home league matches 1-0, beating AFC Sudbury and Worcester City.
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.
