Bury FC
BY CAR: All Directions: Exit M60 at junction 17 (s/p A56 Whitefield, Salford). At roundabout follow signs to `Whitfield A56, Radcliffe (A665), Bury A56' onto the A56. After 0.3 miles go straight over double traffic lights passing McDonalds on LHS (s/p Bury A56, Radcliffe A665). At lights after 0.8 miles (just after the `Bull's Head' pub) bear right (s/p Bury A56). Straight on at lights after 1.0 miles (s/p Town Centre). After 1.0 miles turn right (s/p Football Ground) into Gigg Lane. Ground is on RHS after 0.1 miles.
Street parking, although beware of a residents only parking scheme in operation in the nearby streets, which operates on both matchdays end evenings, with wardens patrolling the area.
BL9 9HR 118 mls 2hrs 30 mins approx
FROM METROLINK STATION (Bury): 0.7 miles to ground. Trams run from Manchester Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. By taxi: £1.50. By bus: Nos. 90, 92, 134, 135 and 137 run every ten minutes down Manchester Road past the end of Gigg Lane. By foot: This route takes in a couple of the pubs listed below. Turn left out of station along covered passageway and past various bus-stops. At T-junction with Haymarket Street (by the Chicago Rock Cafe) turn left. Straight over crossroads, down Knowsley Street…..
This comes out opposite `Sergios' and a white monument. Here, turn left along the Manchester Road, towards the `Staff of Life'. Turn left after about 0.5 miles into Gigg Lane. Last Midweek Trains: The Metrolink has a frequent service to both Manchester mainline stations. Please double-check on Metrolink (0161) 205 2000, and Rail Enquiries on (0345) 484 950.
Where to Drink
Bury Football Club Sports Bar: Welcomes visiting fans both before and after the match as long as it's not too busy, charging £1 for non-members. There's a bar serving food, a large-screen TV and a separate children's area.
The Swan & Cemetery: Manchester Road. Caters for all tastes, including special Matchday Menus. Very friendly to away supporters and highly recommended. Large car park and spacious interior. This pub is situated past the ground (if you are coming from the town centre) approx 300 yards past Gigg Lane.
The Rose & Crown on Manchester Old Road. 'It's not the biggest pub but it was very friendly; served a variety of real ales and is only a ten minute walk away from the ground.'
BY TRAIN
You will not be able to get back after the match until weds am
Please check the cost and times of trains etc. All information is provided in good faith but
the Foxes Trust cannot be held responsible for any errors. Thanks to the Football Ground Guide and Bury FC