Cambridge City FC confirm new stadium move

It'll be the first time they've had a home in 11 years.

Outside the new stadium in Sawston.
Author: Luke ReeveyPublished 23rd Nov 2024
Last updated 23rd Nov 2024

After 11 years without a home, Cambridge City FC have announced they're moving into a brand new stadium.

Since the City Ground at Milton Road was sold in 2013, the club has faced challenge after challenge, and long been without a ground to call 'home'.

Thanks to the Supporters Trust, club owners, and investors, the wait is finally over.

A brand-new stadium has been constructed on the outskirts of Cambridge in Sawston, designed with the spirit of the old City Ground in mind.

They'll play their first game at the brand-new Community Stadium (FWD/IP Community Stadium for licensing purposes) on November 30th, when they take on Tilbury FC in the Isthmian North Division.

The ground has a capacity of 3,500 people, whilst a new 3G pitch- used for the club's training- is available for the community to use - they plan to hold things like 5-a-side tournaments and walking football there.

There are still works on the internal fit-out of the main stand, which will soon include a restaurant and bar available year-round, and an executive lounge for matchday guests, events, and meetings.

They're also planning an education space.

Alice Dewey, General Manager, said: “As a lifelong City fan, becoming General Manager is a dream come true—especially now, as we finally have this chance to bring Cambridge City FC back to its former glories.

"It’s been a long slog and a long learning curve for me but we finally have light at the end of the tunnel and I can’t wait to get started”

Chairman Kevin Satchell said: “This new stadium is a huge step forward for us.

"We dreamed of watching City in its own home again, and despite the obstacles, we are finally making that dream a reality.

"This is a proud day for me, my family, and all the City fans who have supported us through thick and thin.”

A view from inside the ground.

Jamie Cureton, the First Team Manager, said: “We’re thrilled to be here with Cambridge City FC.

"From our first meeting with the board, we were impressed by their vision and ambition to see this club rise to the higher levels of non-league football and beyond.

"I hope my experience in the game can help bring this vision to life.”

In a press release on their website, they club were sure to thank those that have helped them along the way: "The club would like to go on record to offer our sincere thanks to both St Ives Town FC and Histon FC, who have supported us with ground share arrangements over the past 11 seasons.

"Without them it would have been very difficult to continue to and their generosity of spirit is greatly appreciated."

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