 🆚 Cheltenham 12.30 pm 🏆 @SkyBetLeagueOne 🏟 The Abbey Stadium 🎟 http://cufctickets.com We are regularly asked for teamsheets on matchdays by supporters of both sides. We have produced Programme on a Page this season. It is a combination of a team sheet and programme on one sheet of paper. It can be downloaded on matchdays or have on your mobile device to read. We hope you enjoy it and find the information useful. The latest copy is now available to download below or at the Programme Exchange outlet (outside the club shop) before the match please take a copy. You can also read it by expanding the document below Copes are free while stocks are available to collect. Programmes can now be purchased in advance of the matches and collected on the day from the Programme Exchange Outlet outside the shop. Orders for the Cheltenham, service will be taken until 9.30am on the 30th April. Find out more by following the link below 👇👇👇 Order a copy here Any Cambridge United Football Club & Cheltenham supporters suffering from visual impairment can listen to audio descriptive commentary at the Abbey Stadium on match day. This is free service. Find out more by following the link below 👇👇👇 https://www.cambridgefansunited.org/audio-descriptive-commentary.html If you would like to attend a match at the Abbey Stadium but have sensory concerns, we can help! We have a supply of noise-reducing ear defenders and ear plugs which we are able to loan to supporters. Read more via the link below 👇👇👇 https://www.cambridgefansunited.org/sound-sensory-equipment.html The Picture Path app is designed to reduce anxiety for SEN Children and adults when they visit the Abbey Stadium Cambridge United Football Club. See the user guide by following the link below to assist you when downloading and using the app 👇👇👇 https://www.cambridgefansunited.org/how-to-use-picture-path.html For more information about match day see MATCHDAY INFO here
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 This evening we welcome the supporters, officials and playing staff of Charlton Athletic to the Abbey Stadium.
Two former Charlton players Bill Whittaker and Herbert Johnson played a large part in Cambridge United turning professional and its rise through the non-leagues during the fifties. Interestingly, they both played together in the 1947 FA Cup Final when Charlton beat Burnley 1-0. This final is also remembered for the ball bursting during the match. It was the second year running when the ball burst during the match. At the time it was blamed on the poor standard of leather available following the war. During March, Cambridge United helped sponsors A&R Haulage (UK) Ltd provide items for the people of war-torn Ukraine. Thank you to everyone who brought something to the ground on the two days. These have now been delivered to Romania. A raffle was also organised at the Shrewsbury match for a shirt. It raised £440 and will go to buying items. Phil Merwiak who helped with the raffle and supplied the flag for the players to walk out with is organising a fund raising event @ the Hat and Rabbit in Fulbourn towards the end. After losing his Great Grandad to cancer, Harry Austen aged 10 is completing a 10 mile walk this evening at the Abbey Stadium. The walk is in aid of Cancer Research UK the charity that helped his grandfather. The walk will take about 5 hours to complete and will start at Cambourne. If you would like to donate towards his walk see more details via the website Harry’s Giving Page | Cancer Research UK Giving Pages The last away match of the season against Sunderland is now on line for supporters to book a seat. If you want to use the coach, go to the Away Travel Shop tab on www.cambridgefansunited.org or ring 07591 111251, you can also email to reserve one cfuawaytravel@yahoo.com Away Travel is one project I have really enjoyed doing throughout the season. Working alongside Gina and Greys Coaches it has been a sharp learning curve. The Carlisle Away Travel group were really helpful at the beginning of the season offering advice on their scheme. Their assistance highlighted how different supporter groups can work together and help each other. As we prepare for the final away trip of the season where better to finish than by going to the Stadium of Light at Sunderland. I am pleased to report we have been able to run the scheme at almost breakeven. It is even more remarkable considering the number of supporters who had to cancel coming on trips due to Covid. We have been able to run the service to all the league matches, although some of the mid-week matches involved long distances, small numbers and large losses. The highlightof the season must be the trip to Newcastle in the FA Cup. In over fifty years of supporting Cambridge United I can not remember a better away day. Thank you to our sponsors East Sussex U’s, Worcester U’s and CUFCLottery. I would like to thank all our regular travellers and everyone who has used the service during the season. You can contact me via dave.matthew-jones@cambridge-united.co.uk or follow what is happening via the www.facebook.com/CambridgeUnitedFootballClub facebook site www.cambridgefansunited.org website or via twitter SLO@CambridgeUTD Be Loud, Be Proud and Be United. Please get behind the team on the pitch. Your positive support is appreciated by all the players and also the management team.  On the 19th April, Cambridge United played Charlton at the Abbey Stadium in the EFL League 1 Cambridge United supporters can you see yourself in the photos included the slideshow below Simon King took the photographs BOOK YOUR SEAT ON THE AWAY TRAVEL COACH TO SUNDERLAND If you are going to the match on Saturday against Sunderland please see the information below. We hope it will help you on your journey to the match Address: Stadium of Light, Sunderland, SR5 1SU Website safc.com FAN ZONE www.safc.com/matchday/fan-zone If you have an urgent query is urgent would like to speak to someone, please contact us on 0371 911 1973 or online via safc.com/club/contact-us Sunderland matchday guide can be found here safc.com/matchday/matchday-guide Black Cats Bar Lift Supporters that need lift access to get to the away end can use the Black Cats Bar lift. Please approach a steward on arrival to get lift access. Cashless Stadium The Stadium of Light is cashless now, so supporters will have to use card payment for food & drink. How to get to the Stadium of Light The Stadium of Light stands on the north bank of the River Wear. Sunderland’s city centre, located on the south bank, is just a 15-minute walk away, as is Sunderland’s main railway station. One can also arrive at the stadium by metro. Both the metro stations St. Peter’s and Stadium of Light are within short walking distance of the ground. After the match northbound (Newcastle) going supporters are required to board at Stadium of Light station, whereas southbound supporters need to board at St. Peters. Furthermore, buses 2, 3, 4, 12, 13, 15 and 16 all stop within walking distance of the stadium. Address: Stadium of Light, Sunderland, SR5 1SU ROAD: The stadium is easily accessible from both the A19 and A1 via Wessington Way (A1231). TRAIN: Sunderland is the nearest main line station, located 10-15 minutes’ walk away in the city centre (walking directions here). For journey planning and other rail information, visit National Rail. METRO: The Tyne and Wear Metro serves the Stadium via both Stadium of Light and St Peter’s stations. After matches, fans travelling towards South Hylton must board at St Peter’s, while those heading northbound towards Newcastle must use Stadium of Light station. Visit Nexus for more information on Metro, including journey planning. ‘Take the Kids for Free’ offer – which is permanent, all day every day, all year round. PARKING WARNING: Parking at the stadium is limited and parking passes are sold out. On matchdays, stadium car parks are closed from five minutes before full time until 30 minutes after the final whistle. Police and local authority parking restrictions, including permit schemes, are in place on more than 60 streets surrounding the stadium and are heavily enforced. PARK AND RIDE: Fans should use the Park and Ride facility on Wessington Way (A1231). This is easily accessible from the A19 and is clearly signposted. Buses will pick up from the permanent bus stops on Sunderland Enterprise Park while pick-up points from the stadium are to the north on Kier Hardie Way. Buses run every five minutes before the game from 90 minutes prior to kick-off and regularly after the game until all fans have been transported back to their cars. PARK AND WALK: Car parking is available from two sites at the University of Sunderland – the A183 (Chester Road) and St Peter’s. Both are clearly signposted. Follow signs for matchday parking. Local Transport for Tyne and Wear www.nexus.org.uk/ Sunderland AFC prides itself on being inclusive and working with all supporters.See for more information safc.com/matchday/accessibility If you prefer to travel independently the following sites may help you to organise your trip -: Train -: TRAIN INFORMATION Rail works-: NETWORK RAIL Coach -: NATIONAL EXPRESS Weather -: BBC WEATHER NEWS Travel News -: AA TRAVEL NEWS ROAD INFORMATION -: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS The information provided is done so in good faith and sourced from various websites.   🆚 Charlton 7.45 pm 🏆 @SkyBetLeagueOne 🏟 The Abbey Stadium 🎟 http://cufctickets.com We are regularly asked for teamsheets on matchdays by supporters of both sides. We have produced Programme on a Page this season. It is a combination of a team sheet and programme on one sheet of paper. It can be downloaded on matchdays or have on your mobile device to read. We hope you enjoy it and find the information useful. The latest copy is now available to download below or at the Programme Exchange outlet (outside the club shop) before the match please take a copy. You can also read it by expanding the document below Copes are free while stocks are available to collect. Programmes can now be purchased in advance of the matches and collected on the day from the Programme Exchange Outlet outside the shop. Orders for the Charlton service will be taken until 11.30am on the 19th April. Find out more by following the link below 👇👇👇 Order a copy here Any Cambridge United Football Club & Charlton supporters suffering from visual impairment can listen to audio descriptive commentary at the Abbey Stadium on match day. This is free service. Find out more by following the link below 👇👇👇 https://www.cambridgefansunited.org/audio-descriptive-commentary.html If you would like to attend a match at the Abbey Stadium but have sensory concerns, we can help! We have a supply of noise-reducing ear defenders and ear plugs which we are able to loan to supporters. Read more via the link below 👇👇👇 https://www.cambridgefansunited.org/sound-sensory-equipment.html The Picture Path app is designed to reduce anxiety for SEN Children and adults when they visit the Abbey Stadium Cambridge United Football Club. See the user guide by following the link below to assist you when downloading and using the app 👇👇👇 https://www.cambridgefansunited.org/how-to-use-picture-path.html For more information about match day see MATCHDAY INFO here The following matches are currently on line for the away travel coach journeys. Pay for a seat on line or from the Programme Exchange on matchdays 23rd April - Sunderland You can ring Away Travel on 07591 111251 or Email cfuawaytravel@yahoo.com AWAY TRAVEL COACH SOLD OUT BOOK NOW FOR SUNDERLAND
If you are going to the match on Saturday against Wigan please see the information below. We hope it will help you on your journey to the match Contact - 01942 774000 Website - https://wiganathletic.com It is being reported that traffic will be busy, the latest traffic updates can be found via https://nationalhighways.co.uk & also https://trafficengland.com Finding the DW Stadium (WN5 0UZ)… BY CAR From the North
The DW Stadium has 2,000 car parking spaces located around the stadium. Supporters can pay on the gate on Car Park 1 (on Stadium Way), while pay and display is in operation on Car Park 5 (this is property of the DW Sports Fitness Club). Please note that Car Park 1 is now operates as Card only Car Park 3 and 4 will be open to parking season ticket holders only. Seasonal car park passes for all car parks are available from the DW Stadium ticket office on a first come first served basis and cost £45 for all Wigan Warriors league, Cup and play-off fixtures. Please refrain from using the Robin Retail Park car parks as these are not official matchday car parks. Supporters who use this car park are at risk of being clamped and fined. Parking Charges Cars & motorcycles £5 Minibuses £10 Coaches £20 BY AIRWigan is served by two main international airports: Manchester and Liverpool John Lennon. Manchester Airport is a major international hub, serving most destinations across the world. It is 30 miles (approximately 35 minutes) east of Wigan and is easily accessible via the M6 and M56. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is the north west base for many low-cost carriers including Ryan Air and EasyJet. It is located 32 miles (approximately 40 minutes) west of Wigan, along the M58 and M57. BY TRAINFor the uninitiated, the two main train stations in Wigan are located on opposite sides of the same road in the town centre. Wigan Wallgate station connects passengers from Liverpool, Leeds, Manchester, Southport, Bolton, Blackburn and Stalybridge amongst other stations. To plan your journey and buy your train tickets online at the Northern website or download the mobile app Wigan North Western train station connects passengers from Manchester, Liverpool, Preston, London, Glasgow and Edinburgh. For more information on these services visit the National Rail Enquiries website. The DW Stadium is a casual 20 minute walk from either station, covering just over one mile along a well-lit main road and canal towpath. From Wigan Wallgate train st BY AIRWigan is served by two main international airports: Manchester and Liverpool John Lennon. Manchester Airport is a major international hub, serving most destinations across the world. It is 30 miles (approximately 35 minutes) east of Wigan and is easily accessible via the M6 and M56. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is the north west base for many low-cost carriers including Ryan Air and EasyJet. It is located 32 miles (approximately 40 minutes) west of Wigan, along the M58 and M57. BY TRAINFor the uninitiated, the two main train stations in Wigan are located on opposite sides of the same road in the town centre. Wigan Wallgate station connects passengers from Liverpool, Leeds, Manchester, Southport, Bolton, Blackburn and Stalybridge amongst other stations. To plan your journey and buy your train tickets online at the Northern website or download the mobile app Wigan North Western train station connects passengers from Manchester, Liverpool, Preston, London, Glasgow and Edinburgh. For more information on these services visit the National Rail Enquiries website. The DW Stadium is a casual 20 minute walk from either station, covering just over one mile along a well-lit main road and canal towpath. From Wigan Wallgate train st BY AIRWigan is served by two main international airports: Manchester and Liverpool John Lennon. Manchester Airport is a major international hub, serving most destinations across the world. It is 30 miles (approximately 35 minutes) east of Wigan and is easily accessible via the M6 and M56. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is the north west base for many low-cost carriers including Ryan Air and EasyJet. It is located 32 miles (approximately 40 minutes) west of Wigan, along the M58 and M57. BY TRAINFor the uninitiated, the two main train stations in Wigan are located on opposite sides of the same road in the town centre. Wigan Wallgate station connects passengers from Liverpool, Leeds, Manchester, Southport, Bolton, Blackburn and Stalybridge amongst other stations. To plan your journey and buy your train tickets online at the Northern website or download the mobile app Wigan North Western train station connects passengers from Manchester, Liverpool, Preston, London, Glasgow and Edinburgh. For more information on these services visit the National Rail Enquiries website. The DW Stadium is a casual 20 minute walk from either station, covering just over one mile along a well-lit main road and canal towpath.
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Local Bus Times Wigan Bus Station is located in the heart of Wigan town centre, around the corner from both Wigan train stations along King Street West and then right onto Dorning Street. For Stagecoach bus timetables in Wigan CLICK HERE For Arriva bus timetables in Wigan CLICK HERE Local Train Times For Avanti West Coast services from Wigan North Western CLICK HERE For Northern Rail services from Wigan North Western CLICK HERE For Northern Rail services from Wigan Wallgate CLICK HERE If you prefer to travel independently the following sites may help you to organise your trip -: Train -: TRAIN INFORMATION Rail works-: NETWORK RAIL Coach -: NATIONAL EXPRESS Weather -: BBC WEATHER NEWS Travel News -: AA TRAVEL NEWS ROAD INFORMATION -: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS The information provided is done so in good faith and sourced from various websites.   This afternoon we welcome the supporters, officials and playing staff of Morecambe to the Abbey Stadium. We also welcome our guests who are attending via the Cambridge United Community Trust. The trust has been doing some fantastic work locally especially over the past two years since Covid was first identified. Football clubs and Trusts are in a unique position to encourage and make changes in areas that affect everyday lives. They can also through education influence the behaviours that make society better.
Events have gone full circle during the past years. Many clubs were created via Working Men’s Clubs, church organisations or prominent industries. As clubs developed through the 19th century, they provided a local identity during a period of expansion which resulted from people migration and industrial revolution. Clubs were seen as a distraction from the toil and under-developed living and working conditions which many people had to tolerate. In some cases, it was to provide recreation as an alternative to the drinking culture of the time. The 3pm Saturday Kick Off was set as many factories closed at mid-day and this allowed workers the opportunity to take travel and take part in matches In 1986 a pilot scheme, ‘Football in the Community’ (FitC) was created to counter the social tension and issues of the time. It was given the following aims. · provide employment and training for unemployed people · promote close links between professional football clubs and the community · involve minority ethnic groups in social and recreational activities · attempt to prevent acts of hooliganism and vandalism · maximise the use of the facilities of the football clubs However, many clubs would see it as a way of identifying future players via the summer schools and other activities. During the late 1990’s Research was conducted on behalf of the Football Foundation leading to a number of recommendations including the development of independent community organisations and also a more holistic approach to community development and engagement. This had two consequences. The first was pointed out in a report commissioned by Supporters Direct and highlighted the need for separation between ‘the football club’ and its ‘community department’. It also highlighted a second. At the time the community department, focused more on income generation in order to survive than the needs of its community. Changes would take place to ensure that the football club would operate as a business, while the community department would be a corporate social responsibility arm. I remember going to Supporter Direct meetings in the 2000’s and hearing about schemes being run by other clubs like Notts County. The one that impressed me most at the time was Club is the Hub being run by Chesterfield. It was based on Crime Reduction, Sport, Neighbourhood Pride, Education, Business and Health. Its success would be based against local figures and social accounting. Through Supporters Direct, Supporter Trusts were able to ensure real changes were made. The Cambridge United Community Trust has grown and developed like many others have done from the early days of the Football in the Community scheme. Now, AFC Wimbledon supporters through the Dons Local Action Group, https://donslocalaction.org/ are taking community to the next level. Supporters Direct merged with the FSF in 2018 to become the FSA. However, the FSA are still ensuring the importance of one community in the Fans Led Review. When we spoke about the importance of community and being a community-based club less than 15 years ago it was a concept that many couldn’t see the point of. Nowadays, it is embraced and it’s importance welcomed The last two away matches of the season Wigan and Sunderland are now on line. Go to the Away Travel Shop tab on www.cambridgefansunited.org or ring 07591 111251 email cfuawaytravel@yahoo.com Finally, I am saddened to finish by having to report the recent death of Mark Stuart-Wood. Mark was one of CFU’s main contributors during the mid-late 2000’s and someone I could always bounce ideas off. Our thoughts are with his family at this time. I for one will miss his contributions and suggestions. Rest in Peace You can contact me via dave.matthew-jones@cambridge-united.co.uk or follow what is happening via the www.facebook.com/CambridgeUnitedFootballClub facebook site www.cambridgefansunited.org website or via twitter SLO@CambridgeUTD Be Loud, Be Proud and Be United. Please get behind the team on the pitch. Your positive support is appreciated by all the players and also the management team.
 🆚 Morecambe 3pm 🏆 @SkyBetLeagueOne 🏟 The Abbey Stadium 🎟 http://cufctickets.com We are regularly asked for teamsheets on matchdays by supporters of both sides. We have produced Programme on a Page this season. It is a combination of a team sheet and programme on one sheet of paper. It can be downloaded on matchdays or have on your mobile device to read. We hope you enjoy it and find the information useful. The latest copy is now available to download below or at the Programme Exchange outlet (outside the club shop) before the match please take a copy. You can also read it by expanding the document below Copes are free while stocks are available to collect. Programmes can now be purchased in advance of the matches and collected on the day from the Programme Exchange Outlet outside the shop. Orders for the Morecambe service will be taken until 10am on the 9th April. Find out more by following the link below 👇👇👇 Order a copy here Any Cambridge United Football Club & Morecambe supporters suffering from visual impairment can listen to audio descriptive commentary at the Abbey Stadium on match day. This is free service. Find out more by following the link below 👇👇👇 https://www.cambridgefansunited.org/audio-descriptive-commentary.html If you would like to attend a match at the Abbey Stadium but have sensory concerns, we can help! We have a supply of noise-reducing ear defenders and ear plugs which we are able to loan to supporters. Read more via the link below 👇👇👇 https://www.cambridgefansunited.org/sound-sensory-equipment.html The Picture Path app is designed to reduce anxiety for SEN Children and adults when they visit the Abbey Stadium Cambridge United Football Club. See the user guide via the link below to assist you when downloading and using the app 👇👇👇 https://www.cambridgefansunited.org/how-to-use-picture-path.html For more information about match day see MATCHDAY INFO here The following matches are currently on line for the away travel coach journeys. Pay for a seat on line or from the Programme Exchange on matchdays 15th April - Wigan Athletic 23rd April - Sunderland You can ring Away Travel on 07591 111251 or Email cfuawaytravel@yahoo.com  Fixture: Cambridge United vs Morecambe FC Date: Saturday 9 April Journey length: 5.5 KM (30 min) Start: Cambridge Market Square, Cambridge Train Station Fancy reducing your impact on the planet and communities who live near Abbey Stadium. Or maybe you want to do a bit of exercise before going to the game? Or simply you just want to meet some fellow fans, chat about the footy as you cycle through the city? We provide the bike, you just need to turn up! We are running a led ride to the footy, you are welcome to join professional ride leaders on a journey through Cambridge on an specially designed quiet route. Taking safer streets and cycle paths, we have two stops for people to join, at Market Square and Cambridge Train Station, we will arrive at Abbey Stadium ready for the match. At the end of the game we will lead you back to the station. We welcome both sets of supporters on our rides. We will meet at 13.30 at Market Square, leaving at 13.45, planning to meet our next group at Cambridge Station at 14.00, finally arriving at Abbey Stadium around 14.15. Full terms and conditions will be sent round to participants once they have signed up. You are welcome to bring your cycle with you, or we can provide a bike for you to use during the ride for free. All are welcome, however any under 18's will need to be accompanied by an adult and complete a short cycle skills test prior to the event. Pedal to the Pitch is an organisation that encourage fans to walk, wheel and cycle to football matches. We want to reduce football fans impact on local communities around stadia, improve air quality at football games and minimise footballs impact on the planet. We run led rides and walks, campaign for sustainable practice and bring together fans with similar ideas. Book your here Pedal to the Pitch - Cambridge United vs Morecambe FC Tickets, Sat 9 Apr 2022 at 13:30 | Eventbrite FIND OUT MORE ABOUT CYCLING TO THE ABBEY STADIUM HERE   🆚 Wycombe Wanderers 7.45pm 🏆 @SkyBetLeagueOne 🏟 The Abbey Stadium 🎟 http://cufctickets.com We are regularly asked for teamsheets on matchdays by supporters of both sides. We have produced Programme on a Page this season. It is a combination of a team sheet and programme on one sheet of paper. It can be downloaded on matchdays or have on your mobile device to read. We hope you enjoy it and find the information useful. The latest copy is now available to download below or at the Programme Exchange outlet (outside the club shop) before the match please take a copy. It can also be downloaded or read it by expanding the document below Copes are free while stocks are available to download or collect. Programmes can now be purchased in advance of the matches and collected on the day from the Programme Exchange Outlet outside the shop. Orders for the Wycombe Wanderers service will be taken until 11am on the 4th April. Find out more by following the link below 👇👇👇 Order a copy here Any Cambridge United Football Club & Wycombe Wanderers supporters suffering from visual impairment can listen to audio descriptive commentary at the Abbey Stadium on match day. This is free service Find out more by following the link below 👇👇👇 https://www.cambridgefansunited.org/audio-descriptive-commentary.html If you would like to attend a match at the Abbey Stadium but have sensory concerns, we can help! We have a supply of noise-reducing ear defenders and ear plugs which we are able to loan to supporters. Read more via the link below 👇👇👇 https://www.cambridgefansunited.org/sound-sensory-equipment.html The Picture Path app is designed to reduce anxiety for SEN Children and adults when they visit the Abbey Stadium Cambridge United Football Club. See the user guide via the link below to assist you when downloading and using the app 👇👇👇 https://www.cambridgefansunited.org/how-to-use-picture-path.html For more information about match day see MATCHDAY INFO here The following matches are currently on line for the away travel coach journeys. Pay for a seat on line or from the Programme Exchange on matchdays 15th April - Wigan Athletic 23rd April - Sunderland You can ring Away Travel on 07591 111251 or Email cfuawaytravel@yahoo.com |
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