Nuts and Bolts Archive - History of Ashford Town and United

Nuts and Bolts Archive

History of Ashford Town and United

Club Grounds Through History

Current Ground
Historical Ground

From humble beginnings at Newtown Green to our current home at The Homelands, explore the grounds that have hosted our club through the years.

The Homelands

1989 - Present Current Ground

Our current home since 1989, serving both Ashford Town and Ashford United. The ground features a main stand with approximately 500 covered seats, covered terracing, and modern facilities.

Located on Ashford Road, the ground has been witness to numerous memorable matches, including the 1994 FA Cup tie against Fulham which drew our record attendance of 3,363 at this venue.

The main stand at The Homelands Stadium

Essella Park

1931 - 1987 Historical Ground

Home to Ashford Town for over five decades, Essella Park witnessed the club's highest ever attendance of 6,525 for an FA Cup first round tie against Crystal Palace in 1959.

Essella Park - Last game vs Dorchester Town