Hull v Palace - Saturday 14th January 2006
Hull v Crystal Palace
Saturday 14th January 2006 3pm
Ground Name:
Kingston Communications Stadium
Capacity: 25,504 (all seated)
Address: The Circle, Walton St, Hull, HU3 6HU
Main Telephone No: 0870-837-0003
Ticket Office: 0870-837-0004
Away fans are located in the North Stand End of the ground, where up to 4,000 supporters can be housed, although the normal allocation is half that number. As you would expect a visit to the KC Stadium is far pleasanter than it was to the old Boothferry Park. The facilities available are good, plus there is not a bad view of the playing action to be found anywhere (although you are a little set back from the pitch)
Please note that the stadium has been designated a no smoking and a no standing area. You can though smoke on the concourses but not at your seat.
Disabled facilities
Every stand in the stadium has a purpose built Disabled user platform, easily accessible from the wide concourse that circumnavigates the inside of the whole stadium. Stewards patrol every Disabled access area on the outside of the stadium, and if assistance is required it’s there on hand. Once through the entrance and up the lifts, the concourse awaits with its bars, food kiosks and betting shops. Throughout the concourse are TV’s showing Sky Sports as well as highlights of Hull City games. Once through the entrance into the arena, (curiously titled ‘Vomitories’) the Disabled platform awaits with plenty of space for wheelchairs, and seats for their companions. The St Johns ambulance are stationed at the platforms which is also a good idea, as they are immediately on hand.
The platforms themselves have a great position in each of the stands. Each stand has two platforms, and there is easy access seating and space for a wheelchair at pitch side. The Kingston Communications Stadium has arguably the top facilities in the country for disabled supporters and provides 304 spaces for wheelchair users and their helpers. There are also a further 300 spaces for the ambulant disabled. Wireless audio commentary is also available. Admission is free for wheelchair users while the carer pays the admission price for the relevant area of the stadium. Wheelchairs can also be hired if required to assist from their car to the seating area. Proof of ID, car registration number, and a refundable £5 deposit are required. Half time refreshments can be pre-ordered and delivered to the disabled areas. For visiting fans who wish to book a parking space should contact Alan Chilton at the club on 0870-837-0003.'
How to get there
The stadium is fairly close to the old Boothferry Park ground, but slightly nearer to the town centre, which is 3/4's of a mile away. If you used to approach the old ground down Anlaby Road, pass the ground on your right, go under the railway bridge, and at the second set of traffic lights, turn left into Walton Street and you're there.
From The West:
Leave the M62 at Junction 38 and join the A63, towards Hull. Stay on the A63 under the humber bridge and the stadium is clearly signposted (KC Stadium) as you approach Hull. The A63 continues into Clive Sullivan Way. About one mile from the centre of Hull leave the A63 onto the slip road just before the fly over (also signposted for the Hull Royal Infirmary) and take the 2nd exit at the roundabout – Rawling Way. Turn left at the lights onto A1105 Anlaby Road and then over the flyover, right at the next lights into Walton Road and the ground is down on the right.
From The North:
Leave the A164 at the Humber Bridge Roundabout and take the first exit into Boothferry Road. The stadium is 3 miles down this road on the left.
or
Take the A1079 towards Beverley then follow signs for Humber Bridge & A164. Take A63 sign posted Hull City Centre – Continue as above.
From the East & Hull docks
The A165 approaches Hull from the East Coast & onto Holderness Road. Follow signs for A63/M62 Leeds. AT the 2nd large roundabout on the A63 Garrison Road, continue over Myton Bridge, straight onto A63 Castle Street – Continue along A63 – just before flyover take slip road signposted Infirmary / Anlaby A1105 & at the roundabout take the 3rd exit onto Rawling Way. At next set of traffic lights turn left onto A1105 Anlaby Road
Car Parking
The stadium has its own massive car park right next to the stadium, with access from Walton Street. It is floodlit, with a covered surface (that is, not a mud bath) and open to home and away supporters alike. If you get there early and want to go into the City centre, there is a park and ride bus to and from the car park. The cost of parking for the game is £3. Getting away again at the end of the game can take up to half an hour if you park a long way from the exits. Also, visitors need to be aware that there are two exits onto Walton Street after a game, the one to the right as you face Walton Street allows right turns only, and the one to the left allows left turns only. Visitors will want the left one to get straight back onto Anlaby Road'. There are 1100 spaces.
Alternatively there is a Park & Ride facility on Priory Park near to Sainsbury’s signposted off the A63 (Clive Sullivan Way) (shared with home supporters) There are spaces for 650 cars – parking is free with the bus fare of £1 for the return hourney. . Many fans opt to park in one of the many town centre car parks and then walk out to the stadium. There is parking at the Infirmary (clearly signposted from the A63) where parking is only £2 for 4 hours (£3 for 8). It's a 10-15 minute walk to the ground from there'.
The most convenient car park in the city centre is the Pryme Street multi-storey car park, which is open to 7.30pm. Leave the A63 at the Myton Street exit and head North towards the city centre. You will pass Paragon station on your left. At the next traffic lights turn right into Spencer Street and then immediately left into Prospect Street and follow road round to the right into Pryme Street. Car park entrance is on right. There is also an NCP car park at the end of Pryme Street and Council surface car parks off Freetown Way. To walk to Stadium cross over Ferensway and walk along Spring Bank. Turn left onto Derringham Street by Polar Bear pub and then right onto walkway to the stadium'.
Please note that some residential areas near to the stadium have been made residents only parking zones, so don't park there as you may well end up with a parking fine.
Alternative car parks
Parking is also available at the following nearby locaions: Pryme Street Multi-Storey, St. Stephen's Street, Francis Street, Mason Street, Osborne Street Multi-Storey, George Street Multi-Storey, Hull Royal Infirmary Argyle Street car park, the Boulevard stadium, Boothferry Park, Smith & Nephew's car park on Rawling Way, Louis Pearlman Centre car park on Goulton Street.
On Street Parking
Resident only parking zones have been introduced around the stadium to ensure that local residents are not inconvenienced. These restricted zones cover the following areas:
• Walton Street through to De La Pole Avenue
• Walliker Street through to Plane Street
• Perth Street through to Wharncliffe Street
• Hymers Avenue, Sunny Bank, Spring Grove and Spring Bank West
• Derringham Street and Argyle Street through to Park Street
Vehicles without permits parked in these areas will be issued with parking tickets - BEWARE!
On-Street parking is possible in the non-residential areas of National Avenue and south of Hessle Road.
There is some street parking less than five minutes walk away. Leave the A63 at the Humber Bridge Roundabout and take
the first exit into Boothferry Road. Pass Boothferry Park and forward onto Anlaby Road towards the Hull Royal Infirmary, You will pass the KC stadium on your left. Go over the flyover, and turn right at "The Eagle" pub into Coltman St then take the 2nd right into Cholmley St then 4th right into the Boulevard. There are many side streets without parking restrictions. To get to the ground simply walk to the top of the Boulevard and go up the pedestrian walkway to the stadium. To Get home simply go the other way down the Boulevard, then left into Hessle Rd, after 1/4 mile you'll come to a roundabout which takes you onto the A63 (Clive Sullivan Way) and M62.
Satellite Car Parks
Spectators can use the following city centre car parks:
• Francis Street
• Mason Street
These city centre car parks are within a 10-15 minute walk from the stadium using the signposted routes.
Additional satellite parking provision has been identified at:
• HRI Argyle Street car park
• The Boulevard Stadium
• Boothferry Park
• Smith & Nephew’s car park on Rawling Way
• Louis Pearlman Centre car park on Goulton Street
Service 701 also provides a short & frequent link from the city centre
From the station
The Stadium is 10-15 minutes walk from Hull Paragon station. There is a signposted pedestrian route via Londesborough Street. Visiting fans should leave the train station on the South side and turn right onto Anlaby Road. The stadium is about 15 minutes walk away straight along Anlaby Road.
By Bus
Bus Services
There are excellent EYMS and Stagecoach bus services within the city, with most routes terminating in the city centre bus station off Ferensway, only a 10 minute walk from the stadium using the signposted routes.
Bus service nos. 2, 23, 24, 35, 48, 60, 61, 62, 64, 66, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155 and 350 pass directly by the stadium on Anlaby Road.
Bus service nos. 57 and 58 stop close by at Hull Royal Infirmary on Anlaby Road.
Bus service nos. 3, 13, 13C, 19, 23, 24, 33, 34, 44, 45 and 47 pass close by on Spring Bank West at its junction with Chanterlands Avenue.
Bus service nos. 18 and 15 stop on Spring Bank near Derringham Street (service 15A provides a direct link with service 51A to Bransholme and Ings Estate).
For up to date information, please telephone Bus Call on Tel: 01482 222222 Web: www.hullcc.gov.uk/traveltimes
Drink
There are a number of pubs within a few minutes walk of the stadium, but these are all designated as being for home supporters only. Most local fans still seem to be heading for pubs situated around Boothferry Park. These are best avoided by away fans particularly the Silver Cod and 'Admiral of the Humber' pubs.
Head for the nearby City Centre, where there are plenty of pubs to be found. The Sandringham pub, near to Hull main station, in the City Centre is recommended on the internet football grounds guide
If you are walking to the stadium from the City Centre there are several pubs on Spring Bank, including the Editorial and the Tap and Spile. Or there is the Admiral of the Humber (a Wetherspoons outlet) on Anlaby Road near Hull Paragon Railway Station'. Behind Paragon station is another pub called the Yorkshireman.
Alcohol is served within the ground (£2.50 a pint),
THE THREE TUNS
Boothferry Road
Hull
01482-353231
Nearest boozer to the ground - just across the road in fact! It is popular with home and away fans. The latter normally placed in the back room bar. This has a pool table, television and jukebox. Big screen also available. Good Beer: Marstons Pedigree; Banks Bitter; Mansfield Smooth; Carling and Fosters lager; Cider and various bottles. Car park at rear.
THE SILVER COD Home supporters pub.
BILLY BRONCO'S
Anlaby Road
Hull
Old West styled fun bar. Mansfield Smooth; Mansfield Dark; Woodpecker Cider; Carling and Kronenberg lager; assorted bottles. Sky television and pool table. Children welcome. Bar meals available plus restaurant. Car Park at rear.
SHEZAN'S CAFÉ BAR
448 Anlaby Road
Hull
01482-505661
Tetley and Carling beers available. Shezan's Indian Restaurant next door. About ten minutes from the ground.
HASTINGS HOTEL
925 Spring Bank West
Hull
01482-567951
About 15 minutes walk from the ground. Friendly pub. Quiet homely lounge. Lively bar with music/pool/television and big screen. Hand pulled Bass; Worthington Smooth, Caffreys; Carling and Carling Premier lagers; Cider and various bottles. Car park at back.
FIVEWAYS HOTEL
317 Boothferry Road
Hull
01482-567951
On the roundabout as you enter Boothferry Road in car Approx 15 minutes walk from the ground. Music/pool/big screen/television in the bar. Hand pulled bass; Worthington Smooth; Caffreys; Carling and Carling Premier lagers; Cider and various bottles. Small car park..
Food
THE DINER
631, Anlaby Road
Hull
01482-353976
Open until 2:30pm on a Saturday. Five minutes walk from Boothferry Park and the nearest the area has to a truckers, greasy spoon café. Not many truckers, not much grease but plentiful supply of spoons and food. In fact everything you could want in proper English grub. Every variation on the great British breakfast from sausage, bacon or egg butties to the full monty. Then there's the dinners……..yum!
RAINBOW FISHERIES
Anlaby Road
Hull
Typically fine example of an English fish and chip shop five minutes walk from the ground.
CHICKEN GEORGE
585 Anlaby Road
Hull
01482-565147
American Fried Chicken shop. Well frequented and long established take-away. Next to a pub (Malt Shovel) which is always handy.
OASIS SNACK BAR
454 Anlaby Road
Hull
01482-353136
For the best butties Hull has to offer. Open until 2:00pm on a Saturday.
SHEZANS
448 Anlaby Road
Hull
01482-505661
Long established, well known and well loved Indian restaurant. Every you'd expect from Indian cuisine to blow your mind and botty. English and Continental menu also available. Cheap deals mid week. Café bar next door. Restaurant open until 2:00pm Saturday. Opens once again on night until late.
VIKING FISHERIES
Anlaby Road
Hull
Fish and chips at its best. About 15 minutes walk from Boothferry Park on a busy shopping section of Anlaby Road.
In the ground - Burgers, pies etc.. including Chicken Balti (£2.20).
ACCOMMODATION
THE COMFORT INN
11 Anlaby Road
Hull
HU1 2PJ
Tele 01482-323299
Fax 01482-214730
Email: admin@gb631.u-net.com
Without a slide rule it would be difficult to find a hotel more central for the city centre pubs, clubs, sights and shops. This hotel delivers expert service in a professional manner, without pretension. No nouvelle cuisine just good English cooking. All 59 bedrooms have private bathrooms with shower and are fully equipped with a hairdryer, direct dial telephone and television with satellite channels. All this and plenty of free car parking for around 22 quid per person, per night.
THE CAMPANILE HOTEL
Beverley Road
Freetown Way
Hull
Tele 01482-325530
Fax 01482-587538
City centre hotel. Near to pubs and clubs. All rooms en suite. Friendly and reasonably priced. Car park at rear.
MARLBOROUGH HOTEL
232 Spring Bank West
Hull
HU3 1LU
Tele 01482-224479
Family run hotel and function room. Reasonably priced and on one of the main roads into the town center. 20-30 minutes walk to Boothferry Park. 10 minute walk to town center. Load of pubs with stumbling distance.
WEST PARK HOTEL
405-411 Anlaby Road
Hull
Tele 01482-57188
Fax 01482-351215
At the start of the Anlaby Road pub crawl to Boothferry Park. About 15 minutes walk if you miss out the pubs. The hotel has it's own bar and offers quality at reasonably prices.
Local radio station
Which station to tune into when you reach the area.
BBC Radio Humberside provide coverage on Hull City, Scunthorpe United and Grimsby Town from 1:30pm on Saturday matchdays. It can be picked up on 95.9FM, 1485AM, or DAB digital radio. You can also listen to the FM output on the phone by calling 01482 600545.
To voice your opinions on 'The Football Forum' call-in show after the match, ring 01482 225959 or txt 07786200959.
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