Moss Lane — also known as J. Davidson Stadium for sponsorship purposes — is a sports stadium in Altrincham, Greater Manchester and the home ground of Altrincham Football Club.
The stadium has a maximum capacity of 5,450 spectators.
Altrincham FC’s home ground, located at Moss Lane, Altrincham, has been known as the J. Davidson Stadium since 2013, named after the club’s main sponsor, J. Davidson, a local scrap metal processor. The stadium’s capacity as of 2023 is 5,450, with several stands for both home and away supporters, including the Hale End and Golf Road terraces, Popular Side terrace, Main Stand, and Family Stand. Facilities at the stadium include a bar in the Community Sports Hall, open during first team matches, serving food, non-alcoholic drinks, and craft ales, with HD TV screens showing Premier League matches. Catering options are available at both ends of the stadium, with the Fan Zone offering craft ales.
Access to the J. Davidson Stadium is relatively straightforward, with the ground situated about a ten-minute walk from Altrincham town center. For those arriving by car, there is ample on-street parking available, except in areas marked by yellow lines or traffic cones. Public transport options include buses from Manchester Piccadilly bus station and the Metrolink tram system, both terminating at Altrincham Interchange. From the Interchange, the stadium is a short walk, with detailed walking directions provided from both town center and rear station exits. Additionally, there are shops including a chip shop and convenience stores near the ground.
Altrincham FC emphasizes a strong stance against racism and discriminatory abuse, encouraging reporting through various channels. Online abuse can be reported directly to social media platforms, while incidents at matches should be reported to stewards or through a confidential reporting service available via the club’s website. The club advertises these reporting methods in the stadium, on its website, and in match programs, underlining its commitment to creating a welcoming environment for all communities.
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