Christchurch Rangers 1,229 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Well East Fife's Bayview stadium is definitely not the most fantastic looking football ground out there, spartan at best with just one covered stand on one side of the pitch and a capacity of 2,000 from what I have read.Better still it was given the title of one of the world's worst football grounds by the Daily Mail; not that i would take that too seriously.Still, Bayview looks like a pretty barren spot After picking out 10 of the most stunning football stadiums in the world yesterday, we thought it only fair to reveal the ugly side of the beautiful game with a look at some of the grounds you may wish to steer clear of.Whether it's local eyesores spoiling your view from the away end or sewage works just around the corner, these venues all have their own undesirable features which make them stand out from the crowd.Millwall, The DenHome to Championship club Millwall, The Den has a reputation as one of the most intimidating, unfriendly grounds you could ever choose to visit.As well as the less than warm welcome, away fans must also contend with being ferried directly from Bermondsey train station to the ground through a narrow alleyway.And, if that's not enough, there's also a waste recycling plant situated just around the corner. Lovely.The Den is just round the corner from a waste recycling plant and other industrial buildingsMillwall's home ground is well known for offering away fans a hostile reception TOP 10 BEAUTIFUL GROUNDSCLICK HERE to check out our rundown of the most stunning football stadiums in the worldLuton Town, Kenilworth RoadRenowned as one of the worst-kept stadiums in English football, Kenilworth Road has been home to Luton Town for 108 years.Although it can hold over 10,000 fans, the ground has suffered from a lack of investment and still retains much of its original wood build.Visiting supporters also have to enter the away end through some terraced houses and a fire escape overlooking people's back gardens.Kenilworth Road is one of the oldest football grounds in the UKVisiting supporters have to go through two converted terraced houses to reach the away endAldershot Town, The EBB StadiumNow a non-league stadium following Aldershot's relegation from League Two last season, the EBB Stadium has recently celebrated its 85th birthday.The vast majority of fans attending games will be forced to stand as there are just 2,000 seats among the 7,100 capacity.Formerly known as the Recreation Ground, this stadium makes it onto our list by virtue of the ugly building visible from all but one of the stands.The EBB Stadium is overlooked by this old office buildingThere's no undersoil heating at the EBB StadiumBayern Munich and 1860 Munich, Allianz ArenaOpened in 2005 ready for the 2006 World Cup, the Allianz Arena is one of the most impressive stadiums in all of world football.But although it boasts modern facilities and a maximum capacity of over 70,000, it's let down by the surrounding area.Just around the corner from the home of Bayern Munich is a major sewage works and also a giant landfill.The Allianz Arena is surrounded by sewage works and a landfill siteBayern Munich's home ground is situated outside of the city centreRotherham United, MillmoorHome of Rotherham United for 100 years until an ownership dispute forced them out in 2008, Millmoor is a stadium filled with football history.Unfortunately the setting for the ground leaves a lot to be desired, with two scrapyards, some wasteland and a railway track surrounding it.It was therefore no surprise that Rotherham opted to build the shiny new all-seater New York stadium, rather than return to their former home.Scrapyards and wasteland surround most of Rotherham United's old Millmoor groundMillmoor underwent limited redevelopment after being opened back in 1907Dundee, Dens Park, and Dundee United, Tannadice ParkSeparated by just 250 yards, Dens Park and Tannadice Park are geographically the closest professional football stadiums in the UK.Home of Dundee's two clubs, Dundee and Dundee United, both grounds have hosted their fair share of fierce derbies over the years.Even though both sides never play at home on the same day, having to see your local rivals' ground every time you turn up for a game means both stadiums make our countdown.Rivals Dundee and Dundee United are located on the same roadEast Fife, Bayview StadiumA relatively new ground, the Bayview Stadium was opened in the Scottish town of Methil, Fife in 1998.The home of East Fife FC, Bayview holds just 2,000 supporters after plans to increase capacity were shelved in 2008.The ground was overshadowed by the huge Methil power station until 2011when it was demolished.Fans had to put up with views of the Methil power station until 2011CE Europa, Nou SardenyaAlthough it's situated in the beautiful Spanish city of Barcelona, Nou Sardenya suffers from a humongous tower block right next to it.The home of CE Europa, the ground was renovated in 2005 but they could do nothing to change the neighbouring buildings.A huge shadow is cast across the majority of the playing surface by a giant hotel in the Gracia district.A huge shadow begins to creep its way across CE Europa's pitchGillingham, Priestfield StadiumThe Priestfield Stadium was once voted the worst stadium in England by Observer readers, with away fans criticising its poor facilities and terrible catering.The home of Gillingham, Priestfield has undergone a number of redevelopments in its 120 history but there's still no roof on the away end, leaving visiting fans exposed to the elements.And as if that wasn't enough, opposition fans have to make do with Portakabin toilets.Priestfield could do with a facelift as Gillingham bid to return to the ChampionshipVisiting supporters can expect to get wet if it rainsGrimsby Town, Blundell ParkHome of non-league side Grimsby Town, Blundell Park is now in it's 115th year and is still going strong. Sort of.Although the local fish and chips is sure to brighten up any away day, the swirling coastal winds often leave rubbish flying across the pitch.That, added to poor views, expensive pies and the quiet surroundings of Cleethorpes, make for an unappealing day out.Expect blustery conditions at Blundell ParkRead more: http://www.dailymail...l#ixzz2ifw6kw83Follow us: @MailOnline on Twitter | DailyMail on Facebook Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christchurch Rangers 1,229 Posted October 24, 2013 Author Share Posted October 24, 2013 anyhow I have been to Aldershots Recreation Ground, which is on this list, and I found it to be a charming wee ground with a lot of character, so East Fifers need not take this report to heart Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueAvenger 10,408 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 I've always thought that Bayern Munich's stadium looks fantastic... but I didn't know about the surrounding area Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
geronimoo 1,488 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Yeah that Bayern Munich stadium is a real shit hole they should think about building a better looking 1 soon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christchurch Rangers 1,229 Posted October 24, 2013 Author Share Posted October 24, 2013 I've always thought that Bayern Munich's stadium looks fantastic... but I didn't know about the surrounding area looks like it was planned with all the German precision and practicality we have come to expect from that lot, and also with the expected amount of German charm and character thrown in as well Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nachothelegend 1,932 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Lincoln City's Sincillbank is up there.It backs on to some really old Terraced Houses and canal.Went to a Rotherham match there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterC 12,340 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Surprised the girodome never made it on the list when you consider the surrounding area Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christchurch Rangers 1,229 Posted October 24, 2013 Author Share Posted October 24, 2013 So who here is going to Bayview? have they installed any temporary seating around the other three sides of the pitch for the game? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bighouse 1,012 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Is the Olympic Stadium still standing in Munich? Dont know why Bayern ever left. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
1st_Jan_1994 4,868 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 After Bayview on Sat I only need to see us play at Alloa and Albion Rovers to see us play (and win) at every ground in Scotland albeit a couple of them friendlies - Dumbarton, Morton and Cowdenbeath Unless I've missed anyone out Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Manticore* 1,893 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 So who here is going to Bayview? have they installed any temporary seating around the other three sides of the pitch for the game?Yes and yes. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dummiesoot 16,054 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Blundell park is a fucking tip seen a few games there when working down there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkBroadband 203 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 New Bayview looks a lot better since they pulled down the power station. Pretty good stand as well. If they were to build the other three sides up the same it would be a cracking wee stadium for a small local team but they can't fill the thing so there's not much point. You'll get a pint in the stand before and after the game as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFC Eagle 4,888 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Aldershot is luxury compared to Chadfields (Tilbury) and as a location my home town team must take the award being next to an abbatoir and across the road from a sewage works. Some people just don't appreciate the joys of away travel.By the way, Rotherham now play at the New York Stadium. Its a nice ground but its still in Rotherham! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
allgers 735 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Does it matter their only there to see the Rangers... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HG5 11,298 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Blundell park is a fucking tip seen a few games there when working down there.Spent one of the coldest nights of my life there!Real glamour match, too - v Peterborough!Was still the best entertainment going on in Lincolnshire that night ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
harlands plater 17,011 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Surprised they didn't include Albion Rovers ground Cliftonhill, it's surrounded on all sides by Coatbridge. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christchurch Rangers 1,229 Posted October 25, 2013 Author Share Posted October 25, 2013 Lincoln City's Sincillbank is up there.It backs on to some really old Terraced Houses and canal.Went to a Rotherham match there.Rotherham seems to be getting a lot of mentions for the wrong reasons Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCDBigBear 10,832 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Surprised they didn't include Albion Rovers ground Cliftonhill, it's surrounded on all sides by Coatbridge.Cliftonhill is really awful. It was always pretty poor but now it is appalling. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCDBigBear 10,832 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Is the Olympic Stadium still standing in Munich? Dont know why Bayern ever left.The Olympic Stadium in Munich is an awful venue for football. It still gets used for sporting and music events. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christchurch Rangers 1,229 Posted October 25, 2013 Author Share Posted October 25, 2013 After Bayview on Sat I only need to see us play at Alloa and Albion Rovers to see us play (and win) at every ground in Scotland albeit a couple of them friendlies - Dumbarton, Morton and CowdenbeathUnless I've missed anyone outthats an impress record mate Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dummiesoot 16,054 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Spent one of the coldest nights of my life there!Real glamour match, too - v Peterborough!Was still the best entertainment going on in Lincolnshire that night !Aye cleethorpes winter gardens was a shithole to. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HG5 11,298 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Aye cleethorpes winter gardens was a shithole to.Not been myself, but sounds in keeping!Workmate of mine lives in Cleethorpes - she thinks it's wonderful..... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mabawsa 888 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Is the Olympic Stadium still standing in Munich? Dont know why Bayern ever left.World Cup 2006 was on the way and Munich didn't have the up to date facilities compared to Hamburg, Berlin, Dortmund et al. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Hurlock Loyal 12,133 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Inverness Clachnacudan is a real dive. A delapated cow shed in the middle of s housing scheme. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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