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| What's The
Ground Like? Main Stand (photo) What Is It Like For Visiting Supporters? Where To Drink? Coo Shed Stand (photo) How To Get There By Car & Where To Park By Train Town End (photo) Local Rivals Admission Prices Layout Of The Ground Programme Price Fixtures 2011-2012 Record & Average Attendance Hotel Accommodation Feedback Return To The Main Menu |
| What's The Ground Like? |
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The ground is situated in a picturesque park, called Stair Park, hence the name of the ground. The Club have been playing in the park since in 1907, and the park itself even has a bandstand. The ground has seen a lot of improvements in recent years. In 1995 a new Main (South) Stand was constructed at one side of the pitch, built by Barr Construction, at a cost of £500,000. This smart looking covered all seater stand, runs for roughly half the length of the pitch and straddles the half way line. There is a small amount of terracing on each side of the stand. From the back of the Main Stand, you can enjoy good views of the surrounding area to the sea. On the other side is a small stand, that is affectionately known as the 'Coo Shed'. This is a small covered stand, that has open terracing on either side of it, as well as a standing area in front. In the rear of this stand, are a number of rows of wooden benches. There are also a couple of supporting pillars in this stand. The Town End at one end of the ground is a small covered terrace, whilst at the other end, there is a small open terrace. At the back of this terrace are a number of trees and bushes, which gives the ground a rural look and I noticed a couple of kids seemed to be permanently employed during the game retrieving match balls from the undergrowth (the forwards were not having a good day on my visit!). There is also a small club shop within the ground, at one side of the Town End. It is also worth mentioning that the pitch is somewhat uneven in places. |
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| What Is It Like For Visiting Supporters? |
| Fans are not normally
segregated at Stair Park, but if required then away
fans are given the Coo Shed and East Terrace, parts of
the ground, where up to 2,000 fans can be
accommodated. Away supporters tend to congregate in
the Coo Shed as they can make themselves more vocally
heard from this stand. The refreshment kiosks offer a
selection of scotch pies and sausage rolls at 60p each
as well as tea and coffee at 50p, per cup. I had an
enjoyable afternoon out at Stair Park, however it is
worth bearing in mind that when in winter, you should
wrap up well as that wind can be biting, coming in off
the sea. Derek Hall adds; 'Just a few words about Stranraer. What a cracking little place. Nice pubs, nice chippie and nice guest houses. The best bit of the lot though is the friendly reception at the Stranraer FC Social Club - massively recommended'. |
| Where To Drink? |
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the ground, however the ground is only a five minute
walk away from the town centre where there are plenty
of bars and eating establishments. As you leave Stair
Park, turn left onto the main road to take you down to
the town centre. The nearest bar is down on the right,
in the Rudicot Hotel. This has a small quiet bar,
which has a separate entrance on the side of the
hotel. The bar serves a good pint of real ale
(Deuchars IPA). If you continue down into the town
centre then the next bar that you come to is 'The Pub'
on the left hand side. This is a fair sized bar with
TV's and a pool table. There is a chippy and cafe on
the same side of the road. Colin Ferguson adds; 'probably the best bet for a drink before the game, is the Stranraer FC Social Club which is situated in North Strand St'. |
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| How To Get There By Car & Where To Park |
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| By Train |
| Stranraer station is a fifteen minute walk away from the ground. From the railway station you should walk up to the ferry terminal building, opposite North West Castle Hotel. Turn left walk about 150 yards to the 'Craig n Elder' Hotel. Turn right onto Stair Drive . At the end of Stair Drive turn left. This takes you onto London Road walk for about 200yards and Stair Park is on the right hand side actually inside the public park. Thanks to J McCallum for providing the above directions. |
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| Local Rivals |
| Queen Of The South & Ayr United. |
| Admission Prices |
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Main Stand
(seating): Adults £12, Concessions £6.
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| Programme Price |
| Official Programme £2. |
| Fixtures 2011-2012 |
| Stranraer FC fixture list (takes you to the BBC Sports Website). |
| Record & Average Attendance |
| Record Attendance: 6,500 v Rangers, 1948. Average Attendance: 2010-2011: 366 (Division Three) 2009-2010: 281 (Division Three) 2008-2009: 367 (Division Two) |
| Hotel Accommodation |
| If you require hotel accommodation in the area then first try a hotel booking service provided by Late Rooms. They offer all types of accommodation to suit all tastes and pockets from; Budget Hotels, Traditional Bed & Breakfast establishments to Five Star Hotels and Serviced Apartments. Plus their booking system is straightforward and easy to use. Yes this site will earn a small commission if you book through them, but it will go to help with the running costs of keeping the Guide going. Access their Stranraer Hotels and Guest Houses page. |
| Feedback |
| If anything is incorrect
or you have something to add, please e-mail
me and I'll update the guide. |
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