If you are traveling to Cewe this Saturday the following information may help your trip.

Click on the file below for details of the Crewe matchday

World Autism Awareness Week (27 March–2 April 2017) will change lives.

About Autism

Around 700,000 people in the UK are on the autism spectrum. Together with their families, this means autism is a part of daily life for 2.8 million people.

Find out about diagnosing autism (including Asperger syndrome), and the impact on people and their families, and find advice and support on all aspects of life with autism.

Everything you need to know click here

http://www.autism.org.uk/about.aspx

The shortlists for the 2017 EFL Awards have been revealed as clubs, players and fans come together to recognise the stars of 2016/17 across all three divisions in 14 different categories.

The best of the EFL will be honoured, with awards for players, managers and supporters, as well as worthy recognition of some of the great work being undertaken by clubs and the Trusts in communities up and down the country.

Off the pitch, Blackburn Rovers, Brighton & Hove Albion, Millwall, MK Dons, Carlisle United and Stevenage have been shortlisted for the Nickelodeon Family Club of the Year award, whilst the overall winner of Checkatrade Community Club of the Year and Supporter of the Year will also be crowned.

Shaun Harvey, EFL Chief Executive, said: "It’s been an exciting and action-packed 12 months for the EFL both on and off the pitch. There have been some incredible individual and team performances across the three divisions, entertaining the millions of fans who follow the EFL week in, week out.
 
“Off the pitch our clubs continue to have a positive and lasting impact in their local communities, using the power of football to deliver life-changing programmes and activities.
 
“The EFL Awards are a fantastic way to recognise the achievements of clubs, players, back room staff and fans and I would like to personally congratulate everyone who has been nominated and wish them all the best on the night itself.”

LFE Apprentice of the Year – League Two:
Myles Judd – Leyton Orient
Alex Fletcher – Plymouth Argyle
Leon Davies – Cambridge Unite

Nickelodeon Family Club of the Year – League Two:
Carlisle United
Stevenage

Checkatrade Community Club of the Year:
North West – Wigan Athletic
North East & Yorkshire – Rotherham United
Midlands – Burton Albion
London – Fulham
South East – Brighton & Hove Albion
South West & Wales – Portsmouth
Read more at

For the full story and  to see the complete list of nominations see below

http://www.efl.com/news/article/2016/efl-awards-2017-shortlists-revealed-3645548.aspx#vrQXTcW0UHzJV8T2.99

Dear CUFC Lottery Member,

Thank you for your continued support of the CUFC Lottery.

CUFC Lottery 'Accumulator' Results (24 March 2017) - this weeks winning 'Accumulator' numbers are (9130)
-there were no winners of the weekly 'Accumulator' this week, meaning next weeks 'Accumulator' will be £2500.

CUFC Lottery 'Main Draw' Results (24 March 2017) - this weeks winning 'Main Draw' numbers are (8154)
-there were no winners of the 'Main Draw' jackpot this week.
-next weeks 'Main Draw' jackpot will be £300.00.

As the 'Main Draw' jackpot was not won this week
-there is 1 CUFC Lottery member matching the first pair winning £10.00
-there is 1 CUFC Lottery member matching the second pair winning £10.00

If you are a winner of either the 'Accumulator' or 'Main Draw' you will be notified individually by email.

Yours sincerely,
The CUFC Lottery Team.

Are you interested in filming?

I am looking for a someone who could  carry out some filming for me around the stadium.

It would take a couple of hours one afternoon

If you are interested please reply using the form below

Thank you

Dave Matthew-Jones

WE PLAYED STEVENAGE BEFORE
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CLICK HERE IF NOT

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FROM A PREVIOUS STEVENAGE MATCH

Watch Shaun Derry Interview below

Match Preview

MATCH PREVIEW | STEVENAGE
It’s almost derby day for the U’s who come up against the hottest team in Sky Bet League Two at the moment, local rivals Stevenage at Cambs Glass Stadium this weekend.

Following a gritty win over Cheltenham Town on the road last Saturday, Shaun Derry’s men are on the hunt for consecutive League victories that could propel them closer to the top seven, but face an immense task in the form of Stevenage.

The U’s look likely to be boosted by the return of Liam O’Neil following his grade 1 muscle tear, whilst Barry Corr and Adam McGurk both continue to make progress with their respective recoveries.

Read more at
http://www.cambridge-united.co.uk/news/article/2016-17/match-preview-stevenage-3640781.aspx#BhsDzxpJRO8AMFW1.99

PROGRAMME PREVIEW | STEVENAGE – GREG TAYLOR
Take a sneak peek at tomorrow’s match day programme, as Greg Taylor reflects on his display in midfield last week at Cheltenham.

The full back has also signed 300 copies which will be distributed randomly around the Cambs Glass Stadium, so pick up your copy for just £3 for the chance to win!

Programme Preview:

With James Dunne and Liam O’Neil ruled out through injury and Max Clark suspended, Taylor was selected to protect United’s back four at Whaddon Road and did so impeccably producing a man of the match performance as the U’s ensured a clean sheet in Gloucestershire.
Read more at

http://www.cambridge-united.co.uk/news/article/2016-17/programme-preview-stevenage-greg-taylor-3641014.aspx#b06aIp8DDI9UVlh0.99

Last week I mentioned about Walking Football. Please see below the details for some more sessions  that are currently being organised.

If you know anyone who if you would like to come along to any of the sessions, or if you would like more information. 
Please contact Phil
phil.mullen@cambridge-united.co.uk  

Autistic Spectrum Disorder & Learning Difficulties/Disabilities football
Weekly sessions on Saturday afternoons from 3 -4pm in the main hall at:
Trumpington Sports Leisure Centre
Trumpington Community College
Lime Avenue,
Cambridge,
CB2 9HB.
All ages and abilities, cost £3 per week.

Ambulant Cerebral Palsy football
Weekly sessions on Saturday mornings from 10 am – 11 am in the main hall at:
Impington Village College Sports Centre,
New Road
Impington,
Cambridge,
CB24 9LX.
All ages and abilities, cost £3 per week.

Down's syndrome football
Weekly sessions on Saturday mornings from 11 am – 12 pm in the main hall at:
Impington Village College Sports Centre,
New Road
Impington,
Cambridge,
CB24 9LX.
All ages and abilities, cost £3 per week.
 
Girls only Pan-disability football
Weekly sessions on Saturday afternoons  from 4 pm -5pm in the main hall at:
Trumpington Sports Leisure Centre
Trumpington Community College
Lime Avenue,
Cambridge,
CB2 9HB.
Ages 4 -18, all abilities, cost £3 per week.
 
Frame football
Weekly sessions on Sunday afternoons from 4 pm -5pm in the Community room at:
Histon and Impington recreation ground,
1 New Road,
Impington,
Cambridge,
CB24 9LU .
Ages 4 -16, all abilities, cost £3 per week

Walking football aimed at ages 50+
Weekly sessions on Thursdays from 11 am - 12 pm
Abbey Leisure Astro turf
off Whitehill Road
Cambridge
CB5 8NT
Cost £5 per week

Please contact phil.mullen@cambridge-united.co.uk  
if you would like to come along to any of the sessions, or if you would like more information.

Tickets are available NOW for the Simon Dobbin charity match..... to get your ticket you can do so via the following  outlets -

Ely City FC,
Paul Jeffrey,
Cambridge United club shop,
Ely Tesco and
Ely Hughes Electrical.

Lots of names on the day along with loads of ex Cambridge United players like Danny Potter, Mark Albrighton, Wayne Hatswell, Paul Carden, Jody Craddock, Rory Mcauley, David Bridges, to name a few. along with ex premier league Justin Hoyte, Barry Hayles, Julian Joachim, Keiron Dyer. also ex premier league referee Mark Hawsley and Glenn Turner will be officials on the day along with Cambs FA Josh Few

For more info contact -

Dave Boughtwood-Eason - 07565718269

Paul Jeffrey -                       07708 044292

I have had the privilege of serving as the Cambridge United Club Chaplain since the start of the 2005/06 season and during that time I have had the opportunity to visit fans in hospital, and sometimes at home, when they have been unwell or had surgery. I also make myself available for people who just want to talk through personal issues and need a listening ear. As always, the great challenge is finding out where I'm needed and getting the details passed on to me. Once I have them, I can act.
 
It has also been an honour to help many families through the loss of loved ones. Sometimes this has been in the officiating at a funeral. I have led services for family members of directors, staff, players and fans and I have led, or been involved with, the services for a number of ex-players. It is an honour and privilege to share these very personal and intimate moments with people.
 
By the way, I have also done a few weddings, so it isn’t all end of life care and support.
 
If I can be of any help to anyone – with a visit or a phone call, at a funeral or a wedding, or in any other way then please let me know.  I can be contacted on  07770 792 371 or by e-mail Stuart@barnwellbaptistchurch.org.uk

To find out more about the Barnwell Baptist Church click below

www.barnwellbaptistchurch.org.uk/Groups/56677/Barnwell_Baptist_Church.aspx

If there’s one thing that really gets my dander up it’s being patronised. Don’t get me wrong, I’m happy to be treated with consideration and respect but I’m not a delicate flower that needs to be apologised to when enthusiasm draws foul language from the lips of those standing close by me. After all, I wouldn’t be there if I had delicate sensibilities, would I? There are, however, a few observations I might make about the facilities on offer at grounds that might make the experience a bit less ‘basic’.

Would it be too much to ask for an external door for the toilet blocks? I know we have one at the Abbey but without a handle on the inside........? Maybe then a little heater could make a visit less traumatic? After all, there are only 2 toilets usually and it is often such a tiny space- it wouldn’t cost much would it?  I understand why owners might not want to have glass mirrors in toilets but surely there are modern alternatives? And don’t get me started on loo paper......

The best grounds I’ve visited have done their best to treat women as equals who have different needs. Friendly stewards making you feel safe and welcome. Female stewards to approach you with a smile and sense of humour when they need to search bags or, increasingly at away grounds, bodies!

Some away grounds seem positively hostile. The fans are openly abusive and the stewards dour and aggressive. I can’t help thinking the two things are connected. The best away ground we went to was on a very cold day. We were invited into their hospitality area and given cake and indoor toilets!!! Well done Carlisle United and less well done Manchester United.

Speaking of cake, catering at grounds is obviously quite varied too. At some grounds it barely exists – not good if you’ve travelled a long way and were relying on finding food at the ground! Our ground has improved considerably in the last year in this area. Consistently hot food and drinks are available before and during the game. If I was being ‘picky’ though, I’d suggest a bit more variety and maybe something a bit ‘greener’? Not everyone is seeking emergency carbohydrates!

Liz Stephen

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The prospect of safe standing being introduced to top-flight English football has moved a step closer after the government body responsible for ground safety granted a request from the Football League to permit rail seating in 21 grounds that are not subject to all-seater requirements.

This means League One and League Two clubs can install rail seats if they wish - the English Football League says "the symbolic value of this decision should not be overlooked."

Writing to EFL clubs at the end of last week, chief executive of the EFL Shaun Harvey said: "The symbolic value of this decision should not be overlooked as I believe it demonstrates an encouraging direction of travel that will hopefully lead to further progress on our other aims in the period ahead.

- See more at:
http://www.fsf.org.uk/latest-news/view/rail-seating-licensed-in-league-one-and-two#sthash.SMLh6hyK.dpuf

The home of Cheltenham Town
Postcode for your SatNav: GL52 5NA
Stadium Capacity: 7,200
Postal Address: Whaddon Road Stadium, Whaddon Road, Cheltenham, Glos, GL52 5NA
Telephone: 01242 573558
Home Colours: Red, White, Black

re resource group (Main) Stand
The Main Stand was built in 1963 and has seats for 1,068 people. Contained within the building are the club's administration offices, social club and conference facilities, executive boxes and also the dressing rooms.

Disabled facilitiesDisabled facilities are located within the Thomson & Bancks Stand, the Hazlewoods Stand and in the Tunnel Enclosure in front of the Main Stand. There are wheelchair places for both home and visiting supporters plus disabled toilets. For booking information please telephone 01242 573558. In total there are 68 wheelchair bays (including helpers) at Whaddon Road. Ambulant disabled facilities are also available on request.

Car Parking
Car parking is limited here at Whaddon Road but you can pre-book a car park space on a matchday by contacting the ticket office on 01242 573558 (choosing option 1). Matchday parking does cost £5 per vehicle. Street parking in the immediate vicinity is also restricted. 

Stadium social facilities
Matchday social facilties include the Sports Bar, which is open to everyone and has a widescreen TV with hot food served on Saturdays between midday and 2.45pm with light snacks from 5pm to 10.30pm. The Premiere Suite is available for Vice Presidents and invited guests/families with a bar and offering tea, coffee and pastries at half-time. To make a booking or to enquire about function room hire please telephone 01242 521974. Within the ground you can purchase non-alcoholic beverages, burgers, pies and chips.

In terms of the information supporters can park in our main car park for £5 or there is street parking in the local area.

The Club bar is away fan friendly and often welcomes away supporters on a match day with an small entrance fee of £1. This bar also has sky and BT sports and is disable friendly. There is a disabled section or disabled supporters are also welcome in the away section.

How To Get To Whaddon Road

Road Directions
From the North (M5): Leave M5 at junction 10 - follow road (A4019 towards Cheltenham. Keep straight on through Traffic Lights, until you come to large roundabout (PC World on right & McDonalds on left), turn left. About 500 yards up this road, you will come to double mini roundabout, go straight over. Keep going about 300 yards, then turn right into Swindon Lane, follow this road over level crossing and two mini roundabouts until you come to larger roundabout where you need to go straight over. For the ground, continue past racecourse and turn right (Albert Road), follow this to the end and at a roundabout turn left into Prestbury Road. After 200 yards turn right into Whaddon Road and stadium is 300 yards on left.

From the south (M5): Exit M5 at junction 11, follow signs to Cheltenham, you will then be on A40. Continue over first roundabout then at next roundabout bear right, following signs for Oxford A40. After half a mile continue over a set of traffic lights then after another half a mile continue over some more lights, bearing left slightly and continuing to follow signs for Oxford A40. Go straight over next roundabout (still following Oxford A40). At next traffic lights turn right then immediately left into Sandford Road. Continue to a mini roundabout and turn left (still signposted Oxford A40). At next traffic lights continue straight over onto B4075 (signposted Prestbury). After half a mile bear right, staying on B4075 as it becomes Priors Road. Take the next left into Whaddon Road, continue over a mini roundabout and stadium is on the right-hand side.

From London/Oxford A40: Follow road into and through Charlton Kings, you will come to some lights where the Cirencester Road joins from left. Go straight on, but at next set of lights turn right into Hales Road. This is the B4075 (signposted Prestbury). After half a mile bear right, staying on B4075 as it becomes Priors Road. Take the next left into Whaddon Road, continue over a mini roundabout and the ground is on the right-hand side.

From London/Swindon A417:As the A417 continues downhill towards Cheltenham, passing the Air Balloon public house on the left, you will reach a roundabout. Take the first exit signposted Gloucester A417. Continue to junction with M5 motorway then head north on M5 (signposted Worcester). Stay on M5 for one junction then leave at Junction 11 and head towards Cheltenham. Follow directions as above from M5 South.

Train
Cheltenham Spa railway station is over two miles and a good 40 minutes walk from the ground.

Bus
Take the 'D' bus from the railway station car park (every 10 minutes during the day/every 20 minutes in the evening) to the town centre then either walk  to the stadium (15 minutes) or take the A bus to Whaddon Road.

Taxi 
From the railway station to the ground expect to pay around £8/£10. The taxi rank is located in the station car park (next to the bus stop).

WE PLAYED BEFORE FROM 2014/2015
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Every purchase of 100 Years of Coconuts merchandise helps us to tell the story of the U's and provides you with a warm glow of satisfaction. We have available a wide range of clothing and useful doodahs ranging from hoodies and bench jackets to fridge magnets and keyrings. Coasters (£2.50), keyrings (£1) and fridge magnets (£1.50), featuring the Coconuts Happy Harry logo, the classic United in Endeavour badge or a view of the dear old Abbey Stadium, are available from the CFU caravan at the Abbey on match days and at Coconuts events

.http://www.100yearsofcoconuts.co.uk/merchandise.html

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Simon Lankester photos from the match against Carlisle on Saturday

Follow the link below for all the photos -

https://www.flickr.com/photos/lank24/sets/72157677947975033/

Annual General Meeting
20th March 2017
in the
Premier Travel Suite 
Cambs Glass Stadium
19.30

Part 1  Questions & Answers (all welcome)

Your opportunity to ask what is on your mind and find out more about the club you support, with

 Club Chairman    Dave Doggett
1st Team Manager    Shaun Derry
Chief Executive Officer  Jez George

Part 2 CFU Review and AGM Business (CFU members)

Dave Matthew-Jones’s   Review of  the year

CFU AGM Business
Membership Report ----- Terry Wilby
Financial  Report  ----- Martin Page
Election of Trust Board members
100 Years of Coconuts ----- Pat Morgan
The next 12 months

Yes, I’ve heard it all over the years, “Go home and get hubby’s dinner on,” and, “Haven’t you got some ironing to do?” are some of the polite things said to women both as supporters and officials.

I first attended CUFC, with my Dad, in 1970 when they played their last non-league game and waited for confirmation of their promotion into the football league. I was hooked. I loved watching live football and pestered my Dad to take me regularly. Having two sons gave me an excellent excuse to attend every week and take them on away matches with the Junior U’s. They were the glory days when we teetered on the edge of being in the inaugural Premier League. I also continued through the dark days of being hours away from the club being closed down by Inland Revenue and, finally, a brilliant day out at Wembley, when we were back in the league.

Over the years the number of women attending has slowly increased as clubs become more aware that there is a whole section of the community who may like to come along. The improvements in women’s football has definitely helped, I feel; increase both awareness and interest in the game. Don’t assume women don’t like or understand football. I know several men who hate football, so conversely, why shouldn’t women enjoy following a club and watching games?

I have never played football. I only ever managed a kick about with the kids. Even at school I hated running about in the cold to play hockey. I was a hopeless sportsperson! I haven’t been taught the finer points of tactics or formations but does that matter? I understand certain elements of sport such as team work, positive encouragement and personal development. All these elements are common to many areas of working. Is football so very different?

Therefore, despite being female, a role I feel I can excel at is being a supporter!  I can honestly say I’m never happier than being on the terraces and shouting encouragement to the team in black and amber and I hope to continue for many more years.

Janet Diplock

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Dear CUFC Lottery Member,

Thank you for your continued support of the CUFC Lottery.

CUFC Lottery 'Accumulator' Results (10 March 2017) - this weeks winning 'Accumulator' numbers are (2075)
-there were no winners of the weekly 'Accumulator' this week, meaning next weeks 'Accumulator' will be £2500.

CUFC Lottery 'Main Draw' Results (10 March 2017) - this weeks winning 'Main Draw' numbers are (6830)
-there were no winners of the 'Main Draw' jackpot this week.
-next weeks 'Main Draw' jackpot will be £300.00.

As the 'Main Draw' jackpot was not won this week
-there are 2 CUFC Lottery members matching the first pair winning £10.00 each
-there are 0 Lottery members matching the second pair

If you are a winner of either the 'Accumulator' or 'Main Draw' you will be notified individually by email.

Yours sincerely,
The CUFC Lottery Team.

Football clubs nowadays have influence in many areas of the community. One area where they can really make a difference is in the welfare of their supporters and those living in the local community. When I first became involved in the supporters movement, the concept was called ‘The Club is the Hub’. It was about Social Responsibility, Welfare, Education, Good Neighbouring, Fitness and Equality. The aim was to grow the club within the community, making it so significant that the community could not do without it. It was also seen as a vehicle which could bring communities together. Since then football clubs have done a great deal to achieve those aims through their community programmes.
 
It was recently reported how Walking Football could help those who have had strokes. It can also be a method to encourage over 50’s and those with mobility problems take part in physical exercise. There is also the social aspect to the game that encourages interaction between the players on the day and prevents people from becoming isolated. The game is open to all abilities and is also seeing a growth in numbers of ladies taking part at many clubs.
 
Cambridge United runs Walking Football sessions each Thursday between 11am and midday. It costs five pounds. The club also organises weekly sessions for the following football-related activities:  
·       Frame football,
·       Girls only pan-disability football,
·       Down's Syndrome football,
·        Ambulant Cerebral Palsy football,
·       Autistic Spectrum Disorder & Learning Difficulties/Disabilities football

If you would like to know more about these events or know someone who would please contact phil.mullen@cambridge-united.co.uk Phil will provide details of times, costs and locations.
 
Supporters Trusts, in my view, are still as important as ever. During the past year, there has been an increase in the number of clubs where supporters are in conflict with their owners over the way in which clubs are run.  At Cambridge United we are fortunate that everyone is working together in the growth of the club. There may sometimes be differences in views, opinions and approach; however many of us recall when this was not the case and a return to those days would not benefit anyone. CFU will be holding its AGM at the club on the 20th March with Shaun Derry, Dave Doggett and Jez George in attendance. This will provide our members with the opportunity to ask questions of those in charge.
 
In the last article I mentioned the matchday programme. I am pleased to see that the league table is now included along with a new article called Past Times written by Andrew Bennet, whose knowledge of club is phenomenal and never stops amazing me. Future programmes will also include more statistics.
 
Have you noticed the team sheets around the ground on match days? I have started putting them up after 2pm, when the team news is released. They are situated at the entrance of the Habbin, in the Dublin Suite, at the CFU van and the programme hut behind the NRE.
 
This month I will be addressing issues concerning the how the winning numbers for the half time 50/50 tickets are announced, so that everyone at the match can know whether they have won before they leave the ground. If you miss the numbers, they are always posted at the CFU van.
 
As SLO I upload to the CFU blog page match day details for our travelling supporters, usually using information from the away club’s SLO. The EFL is now looking at improving facilities for supporters, both at home and when they travel away and is sending mystery shoppers to clubs to inform feedback on the facilities, communications and match day experience.   

You can follow CFU and me via the following sources.

•         Facebook – www.facebook.com/CambridgeUnitedFootballClub
  
•         Website www.cambridgefansunited.org
  

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TODAY

WE PLAYED BEFORE THIS SEASON
WATCH THE ACTION BELOW

WATCH SHAUN DERRY SPEAKING BEFORE CARLISLE

ARE YOU IN THE CROWD CLICK ON
THE PHOTO BELOW TO SEE ALL THE PHOTOGRAPHS
FROM THE CARLISLE MATCH

Every purchase of 100 Years of Coconuts merchandise helps us to tell the story of the U's and provides you with a warm glow of satisfaction. We have available a wide range of clothing and useful doodahs ranging from hoodies and bench jackets to fridge magnets and keyrings. Coasters (£2.50), keyrings (£1) and fridge magnets (£1.50), featuring the Coconuts Happy Harry logo, the classic United in Endeavour badge or a view of the dear old Abbey Stadium, are available from the CFU caravan at the Abbey on match days and at Coconuts events

.http://www.100yearsofcoconuts.co.uk/merchandise.html

Carlisle United v Cambridge United
 
Saturday      11th march 2017                                                       KO 3pm

There are many ways to travel, but one way that can help the club and also to beat the costs of traveling independently is by using the Away Travel coach.

For more information you can ring 01223 566500

If there is an emergency or you want to know if there is a seat still available you are now able to TEXT the Away Travel helpline 075 224 73291.

This line is TEXT only and is available from 4pm on the day before match.

They will be able to advise of last minute spaces, costs, times etc.

If you prefer to travel independently the following sites may help you to organise your trip -: 


Train -:                    TRAIN INFORMATION

Coach -:                  NATIONAL EXPRESS

Car -:                       AA NEWS  

Weather -:               BBC WEATHER NEWS

Travel News -:         BBC TRAVEL NEWS
 
Traveling to the Match

Brunton Park  (postcode CA1 1LL) is served by the nearby M6 motorway and for fans travelling by car/coach to the game please leave at junction 43 (A69) and head west – the main supporter’s car park is situated on the right hand side and is on the East Side of the ground. The entrance to this is at the third set of traffic lights having left the motorway, opposite the Foreways shop. Parking charges are £2.50 for cars, £10 for mini buses and £15 for coaches. 
 
For those arriving at Carlisle Railway Station the ground is roughly a 20 minute walk – please leave the station and walk straight ahead to the crescent, follow this round to the left and when you reach Nando’s turn right and then you are on Warwick Road that leads to the ground which you will see on the left hand side with the club shop situated at the main entrance. The entrance for away fans seating is at the next entrance on the left. For those who do not want to walk from the station taxis though are available across the road to the left as you leave the station.

The supporter’s coaches are parked adjacent to the Pioneer East stand at the northern end to allow a quick getaway.
 
 Those fans arriving by coach will be met on arrival time. The away concourse will be open for fans from 1.30pm. However we are more than happy for your fans to head round from the away east side of the ground to the west side and use our Sunset Lounge which is open from 12.30pm or sooner if required where there is a big screen showing the live match that day. The club will be selling pies, burgers and hot dogs and in addition at the bar they can also purchase coffee etc... Please note as this is an old stand access is by stairs and there is no wheelchair access. (A catering van is also outside and food can be purchased and then taken into the Sunset Suite). You may also use the adjacent Sporting Inn bar as well.
 

SHAREHOLDERS MEETING REPORT

Chairman Dave Doggett was joined by Finance Director Steve Chamberlain and CEO Jez George to deliver a positive overview of the Club's accounts at the Annual Shareholders Meeting, with a surplus budgeted for 2016/17.

Shareholders were informed there had been a growth in revenue of 20% year on year from 2014/15, excluding the exceptional income generated from the FA Cup fixtures against Manchester United.

The Club is expecting to make a profit of approximately £1 million from its Business Operation in 2016/17, with Jez George highlighting a notable increase in the income generated from sponsorship and hospitality of 70% year to date compared to 2015/16. The growth in all aspects of the Club's Business Operation, and increases to central funding, has therefore reduced the reliance on gate receipts, which in 2016/17 is forecast to account for just 20% of turnover.

Read more at

http://www.cambridge-united.co.uk/news/article/2016-17/shareholders-meeting-report-3613542.aspx#PTtxsFDKCME46y2C.99

The EFL are running a number of regional Fan Forum Events throughout the 2016/17 season, offering fans the chance to listen to and engage with the EFL, Sky Sports, special guests, and former referee Chris Foy (currently senior coach at Professional Game Match Officials). The evening event is interactive and opens up a number of opportunities for supporter debate. 

If you would like to attend the upcoming London session at SKY’s Head Office -  Sky Central, in Isleworth, on  Monday 20th March 2017. SKY have kindly agreed to host the London forum, and part of the evening will also enable fans in attendance the chance to see behind-the-scenes at the Head Office of EFL’s broadcasting partner.
 
The backdrop to the event is the new joint commitment by the EFL and Sky Sports which focuses on ensuring minimal disruption for fans with regards to the rescheduling of fixtures for TV. The EFL also considers it important to proactively engage with supporters on a number of matters relating to match officials, recent changes to the Laws of the Game, introduction of the new Match Officials Select Group 2, and the perception of referees and their assistants within the EFL.
 
The London Fan Forum session will be run as follows:
 
Venue:             Sky Central, Grant Way, Isleworth, TW7 5QD
Date:                Monday 20th March - 6.30pm arrival, 10pm finish (approx.)
Refreshments:  Complimentary food and refreshments available
Guests:            EFL, SKY Sports, Chris Foy (PGMOL) and special guest.

If you would like to go to the event please contact me - d.mattthewjones@btinternet.com as I will need to put your name forward