But it was a job. Millwall were relying more on the long ball. The food was reasonably priced and so were the beverages. I travelled by train from Chesham and got off at London Bridge. The traffic on the North Circular was pretty bad but once through that it was plain-sailing back to Norfolk. forget mrsa bugs, the type of infection you'd get here are much worse. For more information, please see our Until Chris told them, Well you better watch it because were f------ Millwall. To test how f------ Millwall he really was, the drinkers began interrogating Chris on his knowledge of the team. Summary of overall thoughts of the day out: The Den is a small modern ground but is different to most other new grounds in that it has four distinct stands rather than one big continuous loop of a stand. The violence that day was so bad that Margaret Thatcher formed a war cabinet to tackle the problem. The main song sung was 'no one likes us we don't care' and this 'miiiiiiiiiii' chant which does sound good to be fair, it also drowns out the oppositions' fans and makes it intimidating. WebMillwall were the visitors to Bloomfield Road on 24 February 2007, and, with the growing reputation of The Muckers, Millwall brought many more fans than they would normally bring. Once inside the ground, you will generally find the stewards helpful and friendly. With Oxford winning 2-0 and having one foot in a Wembley final it was a cracking evening. Out of nowhere, on 15 minutes, a long ball cut our defence in two and Lee Gregory was there to make it 1-0. At a meeting at Scotland Yard, in March 1987, he was offered the chance to work on a covert operation looking at football hooligans that was planned to last a maximum of six months. As you exit the station turn right for the visiting supporters walkway. I thought the Den ground was great. Having got off the replacement bus service at South Bermondsey, we were surprised to see that there were no Police to be seen. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. A police officer arrests a fan in the wake of the violence during Millwall's sixth round FA cup tie with Luton Town (Mirrorpix). Southend had lost 3 home games but were unbeaten away with 3 draws. Because they were not expecting a big crowd myself and a couple of mates were let into one of the executive bars for a beer. It was simply a 40 minute train journey with one changeover. Follow the ring road signs for Dover and cross over Tower Bridge. Well, I personally would never go again, so Del Boy is welcome to his ticket next time. There was plenty of kiosks for supporters along the concrete concourse serving the usual fayre with a decent pint at more than reasonable prices so no need to take your own. If they do approve these plans then expect a long drawn out battle through the courts as Millwall attempt to save their home. There are a number of ways of getting to the ground, but the most straightforward, if not the shortest in distance is to follow the A2 into London from Junction 2 of the M25. With not a hint of the hostile atmosphere, I was expecting. The only real option for away fans is by train. This meant that we had to hang around at the back of The Den waiting for the turnstiles to open so that was a bit of a pain, however thats something to do with the organisation of the coach not the ground itself. Hilton London Docklands, 265 Rotherhithe Street, London SE16 5HW is situated on the South bank of the River Thames, with stunning views across to Canary Wharf. We I still found the Den intimidating and I certainly wouldn't take my grandson to Millwall. The corners of the ground are open, apart from one corner where there is a large video screen. Ticket prices for Cat B games are 3.00 less. Visit the website below to see how much you can save on the price of your tickets: Like a number of Clubs, Millwall has a category system (A, B & C) for ticket pricing, whereby the most popular games cost more to watch. The pubs are okay, some of the food and drink is a bit expensive, but you don't have to buy it. The stewards were relaxed, the food at the ground was well priced and varied and much better than a lot of Premiership grounds I have been to. Millwall Supporters Club. Before we know it, we were back at my cousins, and I was picked up the next day. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc. The atmosphere throughout the game was lively. Thomas stole the ball out wide and put in a cross, which Schmidt headed brilliantly into the bottom corner from 12 yards. In these instances, the Police are well drilled in getting away fans into the ground from the special train and safely away afterwards. But the match was fully secured by the home side when substitute Danny NGuessan sprinted past Forests left-back and pulled the ball back from the by-line to be turned in by Liam Trotter a goal which illustrated Millwalls impressive wing play throughout the match. 2018-2019: 13,636 (Championship League) The arrangement with away fans arriving at the Station and been sent down their own passageway to the away end seemed a very sensible idea. Calling all Millwall Taxi Companies Why not advertise your company here?. 0844 826 2004 Pitch Size: Ipswich Town had got off to a very strong start, and were looking very positive. Yes, I have been a few times before so wasnt to bothered about going again and this time it was to see a win at Millwall for QPR, the first time since 1990. A doomed Rotherhithes pub historic courage sign is to become an art installation after being saved from the tip. The traffic was a bit of a nightmare around the ground as were leaving. He apologised for his colour blind friend. Pommelers Rest by London Bridge tube station is a large, popular Wetherspoons where you should be pretty comfortable. I might have a chance of getting in. He was 16. Millwalls FA Cup quarter-final match against Luton Town had to be temporarily halted after just 14 minutes due to violence. Sat outside the ground and found everyone in good spirits due to The Lions good start to the season. Eventually, we were lead up the path to the very crowded station. Three minutes before half time, Jed Wallace went on a run through the middle of our defence, struck from 25 yards and straight past a despairing Angus Gunn. I would advise keeping any colours covered, even when drinking in the London Bridge area. Why were you looking forward to visiting the Den football ground? Steyn on Britain. On one side is the Barry Kitchener Stand (named after a former player) which has the players tunnel and team dugouts at its front. It was a WPC., Reece Dinsdale as an undercover officer in I.D. Millwall fans are old school and create a good atmosphere. Gradually Charlton worked their way back and eventually equalised early in the second half. Two minutes later, once again we were cut open down the left hand side, and an over hit pass was rolled back to George Saville who struck down the middle to make it 2-0. I experienced no issues at this point, and we met some home fans who all seemed friendly. I stopped in Redhill at a Wetherspoons for breakfast. At the end of the game, we were then held in for an hour. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, toilets etc.. No issues getting to the ground though, the actual structure was visible a good way off and away supporters entrances well marked. A long delay getting out as the police blocked access to the train platform whilst waiting on our very own train to take the Rsss faithful back to London Bridge, singing all the way! Decided that the easiest way of getting there would be public transport. Although dont be surprised if you are held in the stadium for sometime after the final whistle, before being allowed back up the walkway to the station. Matt Smith came on as a sub for Millwall. My friends and colleagues all thought I was mad to go, my husband assured me it would be great fun. It was a good view of the game and the end was well covered. Millwall FC fixture list (takes you to the BBC Sports Website). We were not able to get to London Bridge from our starting point as there were multiple train works taking place over the weekend. Ironically via a player my husband seemed to think "didn't want to know" up to that point. Be prepared to fork out, as a pie and a pint will set you back about 7-8. This was the start of a police operation that was to last two years. The Council are wishing to push forward a regeneration plan for the local area, part of which currently is used by the Club. So we got the coach from Oxford to Baker street then tube to London Bridge followed by one stop on the overground train to south Bermondsey. Millwall away sounds like a bit of a challenge and a rite of passage for football fans. 12 games left, Norwich top of the table and the Canaries have it in their own hands. After half time, however, it was a different story. wow this stadium might have looked good 20 years ago" Having said that it had plenty of legroom and good unobstructed views all around. Before the match, I went and had a look around the outside of ground and popped into the club shop as I had some spare time before the gates opened. What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly? Away fans are segregated the moment that they get out of the station and it's a two minute walk to the ground. it's a short hop (10 mins) on a train from there to South Bermondsey. Even the concourse feels tight, cramped and dingy compared to most other grounds. We parked at the O2 Arena (which is not cheap at 11!) The atmosphere was good. 3. Once you go past New Cross Gate tube station on your right the ground is about a mile further on. Opened in August 1993, the stadium is less than a quarter of a mile away from the original Den, which had been the home of Millwall FC for 83 years. SacredEmuNZ 8 mo. If you haven't then please do go. If you see any details here that need updating, please let us You create a role and you live that role to a point. But where, exactly, is that point? James's one-man show is at the Soho Theatre between February 10 and 12 next year. It was just part of growing up. Had things turned out differently, might he have become a criminal? because my mate had the genius idea of getting the river bus to London Bridge which costs 7.30 per person each way (pay on Oyster card or contactless), with the added bonus that there is a bar on the boat! The most popular method of travel for away fans to the Den is by official club coach, or by train from London Bridge. A corner was flicked back across goal from the far post, and centre half Jake Cooper rose highest to nod it into the net, with Ruddy unable to get across to make a save. A really weird thing happens to you when you do this. Brown broke down the left and squared the ball into the box for Chaplin to scoop the ball across the keeper inside the far post. The pub we went to was fantastic. I've always wanted to go there to experience it after hearing everything about it. With a nice tour of London on the way home. Therefore, it was a 'low pressure' game for us which we could watch without any nerves/worries about what the result might be. All Rights Reserved. Pre-match we ate at the Globe Theatre Cafe and wandered around Borough Market. I feel that South Bermondsey station is wholly inadequate to deal with the crowds. Like the general improvement in football, a trip to Millwall is not as threatening as it once was. 2. There were about 80 of us at this point. Thats how it finished, and we celebrated our third win in three! It was just about enough to save him. We walked around the stadium, under the tunnel through Zampa Road and then up Ilderton road to South Bermondsey train station. It is an outstandingly beautiful building, and the pub itself retains its wooden flooring and wall panelling. He didnt like football particularly and was very bright and educated. Click here to check the current flight times. Tweet. The goal was widely celebrated by the locals. That was Millwall's only attempt on target. This goal was to make it an anxious finish; but the Lions held on for a 2-1 win to secure their Championship status for another year and ending Leicester's hopes of sneaking into the play-offs. Travelling by train to London on the last Saturday before Xmas. Millwall tickets can be purchased online, over the phone at +44 (0) 871 230 5585, or in person at The Dens Ticket Office. Millwall upped their tempo, we retreated to virtually on top of our keeper and the inevitable equaliser duly arrived and 1-1 it stayed with some good defending from us. The experience had increased my love for the city of London, what a place! The biggest surprise of the night for me was how good the pies were!! I appreciate this would be different for our friends from West Ham but for the general League One fan they shouldn't encounter too many problems at the ground. The stadium is made up of four separate two-tiered stands that are of the same height and look fairly similar. But, the drama wasnt finished there, and we were unable to hold onto the lead, Millwall equalising to claim, in fairness, a deserved share of the spoils. Finally, the Sheaf, a modern downstairs cellar bar. There also bouncers on the door to turn away any potential troublemakers who might otherwise spoil the harmonious atmosphere. It is probably best to travel to the New Den by taking the tube to London Bridge, on the Jubilee and Northern Lines, then the overland train to South Bermondsey station, which is only a few minutes walk from the ground, with a designated Millwall away fans walkway. .css-1vdylis{cursor:pointer;overflow:hidden;display:-webkit-box;-webkit-line-clamp:2;-webkit-box-orient:vertical;text-overflow:'More';}The Den is a venue in or near London that is most often used for Soccer. I had a great view all round of the pitch, with not an obvious obstruction in sight apart from the big bloke in front of me. There was a visible police presence at the turnstiles to help prevent any problems. home fans friendly? In his case, he explains there was no operational justification for a romantic relationship. At the end of the match, Millwall fans invaded the pitch and in the ensuing riot 81 people were injured, including 31 police officers. A palpable zone of power surrounds him. It is superbly located, within 20 minutes of London City Airport. Zampa Road, London SE16 3LN Telephone: This something we sometimes do at the weekend anyway. The four stands are identical and unremarkable, however by keeping it small means only about 10,000 home fans are required to pretty well fill the home end and so give the place plenty of atmosphere. There is also the option of renting a private driveway near the Den via YourParkingSpace.co.uk. We stayed there for about an hour or so before making our way to the Kings Head just around the corner where we met up with more town fans. Was I a football hooligan? Bannon asks of himself. 2. Anyone that knows me, knows I love football, and love Wolves! There was an extremely loud boo from the remaining Norwich fans at full time, after what was a dreadful atmosphere from us away fans. We were in Euston station eating our breakfast. Cold Blow Lane (Lower Tier): Away fans are housed in the North Stand, which is located at one end of the stadium (usually in the upper tier only). Most City fans were in buoyant mood and did not seem to mind so no issues! This is by far the most tragic performance I have ever seen. After the pre-match routine of music and announcements not that I could understand them, as Millwalls PA system is a bit ropey and Zampa the Lion prancing about with a brolly to emulate the Forest manager, the match began. Whys he doing that? The atmosphere was electric from the Ipswich fans, the best Ive known it for a while. For once Chris Coleman picked an attacking line up and we were at it from the off scoring with a screamer from Oviedo. One of the easiest. If I pick a bat up and run at a load of West Ham fans, theres no justification in that, he says. Their general surliness was topped by two burly uniforms refusing point blank to help an elderly disabled gent in a chair up the steps to the station platform leaving supporters to clear a path and lift him up to the top. Plenty of British Transport Police at London Bridge station to keep order, but most Reds fans had travelled by coach. WebThe Golden Lion, South Bermondsey - pub details. I must admit I didnt do much hanging around before going into the ground, but I didnt feel I had the time to as I had to collect my ticket from the box office first which actually didnt take long at all and buy a programme for 3, the Millwall version of which is a very smart and well-designed small glossy magazine. However as it was the last match of the season and many of the Millwall fans were staying on to watch their team's lap of honour, the police allowed the away fans back up the walkway to South Bermondsey station pretty much straight after the game. Then, over the hill, came 120 Middlesbrough. Theyd led you into a trap? Had a good day out ticked off another ground, even though we were 1-0 and 2-1 up we could not hang on and Millwall scored an 89th minute winner. We were packed into the train like sardines and as it a baking hot day, I was glad that the journey only took about five minutes. I like my football but it is a long way to go to be hustled in and out of ground after six hours on a coach still its football and we love it. A good win at a ground that we thought would be a tough fixture. It's an away day who doesn't enjoy them? We then got the train from London Bridge to The Den. In theendwe did well not to concede a few more, Stuart Downing gave us some hope when his effort was helped in by the keeper, but overall not a great performance fromeithteam.Millwall held on to win 2-1, taking all three important points. It was announced many times during the second half that we would be shut in from 4.35. Category A prices are shown below, with Category B & C tickets shown in brackets: Home Fans* That said, the inevitable hostile atmosphere and the presence of ex-Wolves players in the Millwall line-up meant it promised to be a tough afternoon for Nunos men. The home fans seemed fine. If travelling by train then it is probably best to grab a beer around London Bridge before moving onto the ground. Ardent West Ham and Millwall fans have declared a surprise truce to help Isla Catons fight against cancer. Off the bottom of the table at last. The 21-year-old Bannon felt conspicuous. The Den, formerly known as The New Den, was one of the first stadiums created in response to the Taylor Report and in line with its recommendations. see all reviews, beerintheevening.com 2001-2022. The Council are expected to make a decision on whether to go ahead with the Compulsory Purchase Orders in early 2017. [They] had the audacity to call me Old Bill! Bannon also told them painters didnt come in until after the roof was fixed. It was the last game of the regular season and we had already qualified for the play-offs. The home fans that we passed stood and clapped the fans in the coaches (As we showed so much respect to the ill fan) which is certainly a first for me in 30 years of following the Cobblers and I'm sure not many fans get a round of applause from Millwall fans when they leave the New Den. The end of the Seventies had seen the emergence of the perception of hooliganism as a national problem, with Millwalls Bushwhackers frequently involved in some of the most egregious scenes. Running with the Firm (Ebury, RRP 14.99) by James Bannon is out now. Then, against the run of play Chaplin scored for the Reds. Millwall Online (Vital Football Network) Its a wave I often see if I cut someone up at a roundabout. ago No don't come, we will BBQ you with garlic and chilli. The Den is a tidy looking ground. A friend whod joined the police cadets told him how exciting it was. We were locked into the ground after the match to let the home fans leave, once the gates had finally opened it was fairy quiet and easy to get out of. There were parts of it where I laughed more than Ive ever laughed before. Newer Than: Search this thread only; Search this forum only. Its just a case of turning left or right, isnt it? he says. He needs to take a good long look at himself before he starts looking at everyone else for reasons why he did what he did, says Bannon. Zampa Road is the 7th turning on the right. We walked down Ilderton Road (following the crowds) and couldn't see the ground, then everyone took a left turn into Zampa Road, and through the tunnel you can see it. We went by National Express Coach to London Victoria and then made our way to South Bermondsey via London Bridge by London Underground/Overground. Neil Harris the Millwall manager finished his career at Southend. The police will keep you in for about 1/2 hour to get the home fans away. Barnsley played much better in the second half, playing some neat football. Hope they turn it into a mosque. You can tell the architects werent feeling too adventurous when they designed it but it suits its purpose very well I guess. The day seemed to be looking up. The first thing to go wrong did so almost immediately, when Chris (not his real name) ordered them both half-pints of lager. Yes. Up there in my top three away days I think. Yes Shirt Sponsors: The game finished just before 3pm, and we were leaving the Den at 3:15. What you do not need is any confrontation between rival fans, even a small one. Three goals; three points; one step closer to the Premier League. 10.05 for a single with a railcard. During the after-match lock-in, see below, I do feel that the bars could be kept open even if its only for hot drinks and snacks. I just hope we can keep this momentum going for the next few games at least. It's only the American melts of r/soccer that stigmatize This place was an experience! We sat in the home end behind the goal with a very vociferous group of home fans who thoroughly got into the game and let their opinions be known. The game was awful ( we loss ) however drinks and food was expensive paying 5 for some lager I never heard of really grinded my gear. As usual, only the top tier of theaway endwas opened, but it offered a decent view. Bristol's best Wetherspoon pub, if Tripadvisor reviews are anything to go by, is The Knights Templar, next to Temple Meads. There is a direct walkway specifically built for away fans which takes you directly to the away end and back to the station afterwards. 264 Rotherhithe New Rd, London, SE16 3EP [map] [gmap], Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 383) - calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras, Surrey Quays (0.6 miles), Bermondsey (0.7 miles), Canada Water (0.8 miles), South Bermondsey (0.2 miles), Queens Road Peckham (1 mile), New Cross Gate (1.3 miles), Ancient Foresters, Bermondsey (0.3 miles), Blue Anchor, Rotherhithe (0.3 miles), Gloucester Arms, Bermondsey (0.4 miles), Stanley Arms, Southwark (0.4 miles), Queen Victoria, Bermondsey (0.5 miles) - see more nearby pubs. That turned out to be a huge blessing in disguise as Waghorn made it 3-2 moments later. Calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras | Website care by mintWP, calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras, user reviews of the Golden Lion, South Bermondsey. Most of the Everton fans we came across sounded to be true scousers whereas the Liverpool fans had some southern accents, surprise, suprise. Very easy to get away from the ground as the crowd was only 3,600 though we caught a lot of traffic in Central London. At New Cross, follow signs for Surrey Quays into Kender Street. If you see any details here that need updating, please let us know by submitting updates on the pub. 1993 Undersoil Heating: Barnsley had dropped numerous points conceding late goals and we feared another defeat with Millwall going for the win. As an undercover officer, PC James Bannon was meant to be securing the arrests of violent football fans. I have to say that the Millwall fans that we spoke to in the pub were very friendly and everyone seemed to be getting on well (the way it should always be of course). A year later, an interim report from the Popplewell Inquiry said that football may not be able to continue in its present form much longer unless something was done. Seating was adequate and there is a good view. The Den is a small, compact, claustrophobic ground, with at times the atmosphere to go with it. The club played their home games at the Den for over 80 years with that period also including the infamous height of hooliganism. But, more than that, its in his presence. The reason is very similar to that of their rivalry with Charlton as there are just six miles between the two grounds. There we took the underground circle line to Moorgate, and then the Northern Line to London Bridge. I was pleasantly surprised to see that they sold Somersby Cider, albeit bottled, as it is one of my favourites! My first trip to a competitive match this season saw me making the journey to Bermondsey to see Millwall play Nottingham Forest in the Championship. Bannon, its easy to tell, is of the old pre-gentrification order. The Dens wide variety of renting spaces, many of which overlook the pitch, provide a comfortable environment for groups of various sizes. Millwall looked to make so decent passages of play and tested our keeper Worner on a number of occasions. With some forward planning, weighing up driving, parking and train ticket prices I decided to book in advance for a cheaper ticket and let the train take the strain for this journey. Having identified their Pal they proceeded to wave at her in a rather strange way. After leaving South Bermondsey station there is a direct walkway to the away end so you have no contact with home fans. Pandemonium in the away end! Getting Used to It. This seems to happen every time I go to a Charlton match. Click here to check the current train timetables, London City Airport is within 5 miles of the new Den. Went into this pub to play darts, they didn't have any. The result was great and it was nice to see the Reds get their just rewards for a change. Afterwards, I'll be south of the border with Tucker Carlson on Fox News coast to coast at If you are travelling on train, I do not recommend wearing colours, as you will meet some of the home supporters. That saw them move just a few hundred yards and theyve remained there since the changeover in 1993. Millwall played the better football and deserved their 1-0 win although the goal came from a soft penalty in my opinion. After about 4 miles, turn left into Ilderton Road and left into to Zampa Road. What a nightmare! ** Under 12 tickets available only when purchased with an adult or senior ticket. The game was a cracker with Bradford taking a first half lead and Millwall equalising in the second half. After about a mile take the first exit at the roundabout onto the A2. The journey to the ground from my home in Bexleyheath involved a straightforward train to Peckham Rye and then one to South Bermondsey, after which a five minute walk down Ilderton Road and Zampa Road past a few burger stands and a cafe brought you to The Den. The pies, drinks on offer were on the expensive side. Then the police just left. First visit to Millwall and the New Den, with mixed feelings about potential for trouble from local fans. The Albion, on Albion Street, is being replaced with flats but locals hope to keep its memory alive by salvaging the 12ft sign commissioned by Courage Brewery. This afternoon, the PM said that everyone should avoid all non-essential contact with others, start working from home where possible, and avoid pubs, clubs and bars. WebAway pubs. Away fans are housed in the upper tier of the North Stand, where facilities and the view of play are reported good, though the quality of food on offer is reportedly poor. The police will tell you until theyre blue in the face that they led us there because they thought wed be fine. I set up Away Grounds with the desire to share my passion for football with other like-minded footy fans. It was only in the last 10 minutes where Leicester started to play again, and on the 82nd minute substitute Danny Drinkwater finished well into the bottom corner from the edge of the box. The range of food seemed good looking at the menu board with pies, burgers and chips all making an appearance. After the match had ended all away fans were held in the ground for what seems like forever, but is probably about half hour. My first impression was (what I said to our lass ) . This seemed to engage the Millwall support who resembled as an extras list for Peaky Blinders. Although the barbed wire outside the away end was unnerving to say the least! Im looking at what trainers theyre wearing, their trousers, who theyre talking to, what theyre drinking. All very easy with no delays. If you want that Eastern Europe intimidating atmosphere then this away day is for you, and as the police have got keeping the two sets of fans apart down to a fine art I might even bring my scarf next time! We went back to London Bridge and here there was just a few police and we were able to get our train to Gatwick to fly home. 2019-2020: 13,734 (Championship League) What is the capacity at Millwall stadium. Overall a great day. 5 most recent reviews of 11 shown - Aston Villa were clearly saving themselves for the play-offs making several team changes and, for much of the game, not playing with a very high tempo (not that we play with a high tempo anyway!).