Brunton Park

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Brunton Park, the historic home of Carlisle United Football Club, and the experience left me impressed. One of the most notable aspects of Brunton Park is its traditional charm. It's a stadium that exudes character and history, standing as a testament to the club's deep roots in the community. The older architecture and design elements give it a unique and authentic feel, offering a departure from the more modern stadiums you often find today. The views from the stands are excellent, ensuring that spectators have a great vantage point to watch the action on the pitch. The seating arrangements are comfortable, and the facilities are well-maintained, I would image they provide an enjoyable experience for fans. In addition, the staff at Brunton Park were welcoming and hospitable, adding to the overall positive experience. The club's dedication to its fans is evident in the warm and friendly atmosphere they cultivate. All in all, Brunton Park is a gem. Its rich history and traditional charm make it a must-visit for football enthusiasts. It's a place where you can truly connect with the essence of the sport and the pride of Carlisle United Football Club.

They say that a camel is a horse, that has been designed by a committee, and as an infrequent visitor to Brunton Park, I have surveyed the surroundings, and wondered how many committees were involved in it's evolution?.. And I love it all the more for that! Starting with the away end (if you're a big club, otherwise this is an unused wilderness), an inhospitable open terrace, apart from some seats, in the left hand corner, taped off, and completely unique to the Football League, as far as I'm aware. Moving clockwise, we have the oddity of the "new stand", more than twenty five years old, which seems to have been designed for a bigger pitch, that has yet to arrive. Hence wise, it uniquely extends thirty yards beyond the byline. Next is the home terrace, with it's unique triple gabled roof... Unique is a recurring theme here. And finally the Main Stand, which appears to be at least three different stands, added onto the back of a pitch long terrace, where the friendliest of the locals congregate near the away end. Totally unique, on all four sides, and we'll worth a visit