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Visiting Supporters Information
Supporters' Association
Brian Rigby (until after 2000 AGM) c/o club.
Road Travel
Car parking is available on the streets around the ground, although Gigg Lane itself is closed before the match. Coaches are directed to a parking space by the local police. There are a number of car parks (pay and display) in the town centre.
Directions
From the M66:
Exit the M66 at Junction 3 and turn left (right if heading southbound) onto Pilsworth Road. Go over roundabout by Asda and Megabowl and Cinema complex and continue for about a mile on this road. You go up a hill and then down to a set of lights. Turn right at these lights onto Manchester Road.
(Anybody coming from M62 follow directions to Gigg Lane from here) Go past 'Est Est Est' restaurant and Richard Court Rover on your right. Pass Birthdays on your left and go straight through the next set of lights and then over the pedestrian crossing further up. Gigg Lane is now signposted. Continue until you pass playing fields on your left and Starkies Wood on your right. Gigg Lane is then the immediate right turn. On matchdays no cars are allowed to drive up Gigg Lane.
From the M62:
Exit M62 (now M60) at junction 17. At the roundabout follow the signs for Whitefield A56, and Radcliffe A665. After 0.2 miles go over the double set of lights, just after Macdonalds. Carry straight on for 0.8 miles until you reach the Bulls Head pub on your left. Here the road divides. Bear right as this road then becomes Manchester Road. Continue straight along this road passing the Bluebell pub on your left. Now follow directions from the point marked on the directions above (from M66).
Rail Travel
From Manchester Piccadilly Railway Station Bury is reached by the Metrolink Tram Network. Take care not to board the Altrincham or Salford Quays service, or it is vital to change at Piccadilly Gardens. A direct, frequent tram service runs from Piccadilly to Bury Interchange, which is only a mile's, flat, ten minute walk from Gigg Lane.
Disabled Supporters
Spaces for 20 wheelchairs in the disabled section (home area) and a further 6 spaces in the Away Supporters' Section. On helper admitted per wheelchair. Free of charge for both disabled and helpers. Disabled toilets available, a radio commentary is available in the Press Box. Bookings are necessary, contact (0161)-764-4881. The Bury Football Club Disabled Supporters' Association has its own site here.
Club Shop
The previously cramped shop has been replaced by a bright, airy, superstore, which is run by the club's main sponsor - 'Birthdays'. Opening hours are unusual - the shop opens late in the morning on a matchday so it can open for longer afterwards.
Police
Greater Manchester Police Force. Nearest station is in Irwell Street, next to the Castle Leisure Centre. (0161)-872-5050.
Miscellaneous
Home crowds at Gigg Lane are poor, so don't expect too much hassle off the Bury fans, while violence is rarer than a Chris Billy hat-trick. Bring your own atmosphere, as Gigg Lane can be like a morgue for most of the match. Catering is poor; pricey and bad service. The Manchester Road End is a new all-seater stand behind one goal. For the big clubs with large followings, the new Cemetery End will be allocated too. For more on Gigg Lane visit the 'Stadium' pages.
Fanzines
'Where Were You At The Shay?' and 'The Hatchet' which are dorment at the moment, and 'Bury Me in White'.
Useful Links
Official Site: www.buryfc.co.uk
Awayfan Stadium Guide www.awayfan.co.uk
Railtrack Timetable www.railtrack.co.uk
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