Key facts
| Address | Trent Road, Grantham NG31 7XQ, England |
| Capacity | 7,500 seats |
| Build Date | 1991 |
Description
South Kesteven Sports Stadium is located in Grantham, the UK. It is the permanent home for Grantham Town (also referred to as The Gingerbreads), a football club that was founded in 1874.
After changing a range of ground, Grantham Town F.C. moved to the stadium in 1991. There used to be the Meres playing fields located instead of South Kesteven Sports Stadium. That is why the current stadium is also often referred to as the Meres. In 1990, the stadium was closed. The construction of the new stadium soon began, which took around one year. South Kesteven Sports Stadium was opened in 1991.
In 1998, the stadium was visited by 3,695 people who wanted to enjoy the match that was held by Grantham Town and Southport. This is still the highest attendance of the ground.
Today, it is a spacious venue, which capacity is enough for 7,500 people, including 650 seats. Covered terraces are also available for 1,950 people.
The West Stand has uncovered terracing on both sides. It is located on one side of the pitch. The East Stand comes with a covered terrace. It is located on the other side of the pitch. Since there is the running track, no stands could be installed behind the goals.
FAQ
The South Kesteven Sports Stadium was opened in 1991. It has been serving the local community and sports enthusiasts for over three decades.
The stadium is named after the district it’s located in – South Kesteven. This area is in the southwest part of Lincolnshire, England, and the stadium serves as a major sports venue for the region.
The stadium is primarily used for athletics and football. It features a 400-meter all-weather running track, which makes it suitable for various track and field events. The central area can be used as a football pitch, allowing for both athletics and football competitions to take place at the venue.
The South Kesteven Sports Stadium has a modest seating capacity of approximately 750 spectators.
Yes, the stadium is the home ground of Grantham Town Football Club, which plays in the Northern Premier League. The club has been using this stadium for their home matches since it opened in 1991.
