The history of Walsall FC goes back as far as the late 1880’s and they have had several grounds along the way. The early days were spent at The Chuckery, Wood Green Oval and West Bromwich Road before settling at Hillary Street/Fellows Park in 1901 where they remained until 1990. Currently, the Saddlers reside at The Bescot Stadium, which is less than a mile from Junction 9 of the M6. The Bescot is an 11300 capacity all seater stadium which houses visiting supporters in the Homeserve Stand behind one end. The Homeserve has a capacity of around 2000 and admission costs £18.00 on the day with concessions at £12.00. However, earlybird tickets with a reduction of £2.00 each can be purchased direct from Walsall FC on 0870 442 0442.
Walsall Vs HUFC Monday 9th April - Bescot Stadium KO 3.00pm
By Car join the M5 north at Worcester and continue onto the M6 (sign North West/Walsall). Leave the M6 at Junction 9 (sign Wednesbury), then at the roundabout take the third exit onto Bescot Road (A461 sign Walsall). As the road divides, split right into Wallows Lane – A4148 (sign Ring Road, Birmingham A34). At the next set of traffic lights turn right onto Bescot Crescent. The stadium can be seen on the left behind the retail park. There is ample parking behind the away end (cost £3) but please note that parking in the retail park is not allowed. Distance from Edgar Street is approx 65 miles and a drive time of ninety minutes should be expected. The Postcode is WS1 4SA.
HUISA Coaches depart Edgar Street at 12.00 noon. Fare £8.00 (club 01432 276666)
HUMADS Coaches Contact Reg (01684 572945)
FUNBUS Not travelling….all going by train!!
TRAINS run frequently from Birmingham New Street on the Stafford line. Take care to get off at Bescot not at the main Walsall station.
REFRESHMENTS are available at the stadium, which offers catering kiosks at either end of the away end. Limited access to the Saddlers Club is also permitted before and after the game although this depends on numbers. Otherwise, The King George V in Wallows Lane is the nearest to the ground but does get very busy closer to kick-off time.
Enjoy