Blackburn Away

Manchester Black Cat · 7th October 2010, 10:16 AM

I've just bought my ticket. Never been to Ewood park before. What's the best way to go?

I don't mind driving or if the train is easier I can take that, not fussed. Anyone got any experience?

mattscorer · 7th October 2010, 10:50 AM

If going by train the best bet is to get off at a stop called Mill Hill - 5 minute walk away from the ground. Blackburn's main station is bloody miles away from the ground. To get there catch a train from Manchester to Preston then change at Preston taking the Northern service to York - not all of them stop at Mill Hill Hill so check in advance. Might be a pain in the arse getting a train back after the game though so driving may be the better option.

glen · 7th October 2010, 01:30 PM

i'm planning on driving up. will leave about 6pm to get there for 7ish. route from stockport is:

m60
m66
a56
join m65 at junction 8
exit m65 at junction 4
as you leave the motorway take 1st left at roundabout which will take you to t-junction with a666. the ground is right at the junction about 1/2 mile down the hill

for parking you have 2 options:

1. turn right towards the ground, go under the motorway and park in school on your left for a few quid

2. turn left and find free street parking amongst terraces off the a666

MartinS · 7th October 2010, 07:13 PM

Tony Wiggins is also driving up from south Manchester, pm me if you would be interested in sharing a lift and I will forward contact details...

rexyboy · 15th October 2010, 06:05 PM

Glen, If i get to the M66 can u pick me up?

glen · 15th October 2010, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by rexyboy

Glen, If i get to the M66 can u pick me up?

should be ok. i might be giving dean a lift. 3 in my little noddy car will be a helluva squeeze, but doable. matt and his dad will probably be coming through the same way. we'll sort something out