With the Vics’ relegation in 2005, we took over the mantle of longest-serving Conference club from Northwich Victoria. [2] On 17 August 2005, Northwich played their first game at the ground, beating Gainsborough Trinity 2–0. Following the sale of the Drill Field, Northwich's former ground in 2003, and a ground-sharing agreement with Witton Albion, Northwich moved into the Victoria Stadium in 2005. For just £4 a month you will have a number included in the monthly draw to win cash prizes, with bumper prize values paid twice a year 1. Review written by billww a Barrow supporter on 20th March 2011, Review written by facebook-user-89140 a Southport supporter on 1st September 2009. Situated in a convenient location, within walking distance of Northwich town centre and Northwich railway station, this home holds a perfect position. Played. [9], The main Victoria Stand had a seating capacity of 1,180 supporters. Don't be shy. Make your voice heard, click here to write your own review. Northwich Victoria Football Club is an English football club based in Northwich, Cheshire, playing their home games at Wincham Park, the home of Witton Albion. At the Victoria Ground, tucked behind Northwich Asphalt, a little piece of football history stubbornly failed to materialise. Jack Binks, Charlton Athletic goalkeeper. Northwich Victoria v Ossett Town Saturday 26th March 2011 Evo-Stik Premier Division I decided on a double header for today taking in both Northwich Victoria and Witton Albion, whose grounds are very close together. Submit it here. The following year the club established themselves at the Drill Field, so named, as it was the former Drilling Ground of the 22nd Company of the 3rd battalion of … 6. Know an interesting fact about Victoria Stadium? Visualising Victorias groundwater: Adapting new technologies to sustainably manage a precious resource Northwich Victoria 2-0 Gainsborough Trinity 17th August 2005. [1], The terraced Dane Bank Stand had a capacity of 2,988 spectators, and was moved from the club's original Drill Field ground in Northwich Town Centre following the stadium's demolition. The green and yellow seating on this stand spelt out 'NVFC', the acronym for the club. You must be logged-in to rate a ground. The Victoria Stadium was a football stadium in Wincham, Northwich in the county of Cheshire, England, and was home to Northwich Victoria Football Club until 2012. The Trent and Mersey Canal passes behind the stadium and separates Northwich from their fiercest rivals Witton Albion. At first glance, the emblem of Northwich Victoria FC has a resemblance to a Roman Eagle. You must be logged-in to add a link. Previous meetings. 3,154 Northwich Victoria v Stafford Rangers 22nd April 2006. A parliamentary report of 1777 listed local workhouses in operation in: Barnshaw cum Goostrey (for up to 15 inmates), Eaton (12), Newton (50), Over (30), Sutton (20), and Weaver (30). The stadium was located on a 9 acres (36,000 m2) site in Wincham Business Park. Not registered yet? The 300+ club is a lottery that is part of our fund raising activities to contribute regular income throughout the year. [5], The future of the stadium was cast into doubt in January 2009, when then owner Mike Connett removed safety equipment from the ground; this forced Northwich to temporarily move to rivals Altrincham's Moss Lane and Witton Albion's Wincham Park grounds. Assets from the ground are set to be sold, with Cheshire West and Chester Council benefitting from the sale money. Have you been to Victoria Stadium? The club currently participates in the North West Counties League Premier Division, at the ninth tier of the English football league system, having been demoted from the Northern Premier League at the end of the 2016–17 season. Darren Randolph, Charlton Athletic goalkeeper. Not registered yet? Drawn. Have you been to Victoria Stadium? The property is … Record attendance. [4], In February 2008, the ground was used for filming a new Nike advert, directed by Guy Ritchie and featuring Wayne Rooney, Cristiano Ronaldo and Carlos Tevez. 9. Check Victoria House in Northwich, Church Rd on Cylex and find ☎ 01606 330948, contact info. The centenarian, from Northwich, was a troop commander with the 21st Anti-Tank Regiment in the Guards Armoured Division and was involved in Operation Market Garden supporting the D-day landings. Newcastle Benfield v Northwich Victoria Match Report . First game. [3], The ground was officially opened on 30 November 2006 by Sir Alex Ferguson, who fielded a Manchester United team in a friendly match. He also used to go to the Northwich Victoria football ground which was then on Drillfield Road.” It was a turbulent time for them; legal and financial issues not helping their on-field fortunes. [11], Both of the goal-ends were open, and could accommodate 434 spectators each. JEFF FORSHAW thought Northwich Victoria were in for double heartache at the Twin Towers when they fell behind to Bangor City in the 1984 FA Trophy Final. Submit it here. Do you have a different opinion from when you visited? North West Counties League Premier Division, Wincham Avenue, Wincham, Northwich, CW9 6GB, England. Charlton Athletic's fans gather at one end of the Victoria Ground, Northwich. [10] Following the closure of the Victoria Stadium, the Dane Bank Stand was once again moved. Interactive maps are available to logged-in users | Sign-up for a free account. The ground was sold to Thor Specialities Ltd in January 2012 and the football club were forced to leave the stadium. Lost. The Vics had been beaten a year earlier at the same stage by Telford and it looked like another loss when Paul Whelan put the Welsh side ahead. Got a great photo you'd like to share with our members? 2. 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