FC United of Manchester were founded by supporters in 2005 and are based at Broadhurst Park in Moston. The club is known for supporter ownership, community values and a passionate fan culture. Their home ground gives them one of the strongest identities in the Northern Premier League.
FC United of Manchester play at Broadhurst Park in Moston, a purpose-built supporter-owned football ground opened in 2015. It is one of the best appointed grounds in the division and feels more modern than most Step 3 venues, while still keeping a strong terrace culture and community-club identity.
The ground is covered on all four sides. The main stand provides both seating and standing accommodation along one side of the pitch, while the large covered terrace behind one goal is the most recognisable home end and usually the heart of the atmosphere. The remaining sides provide further covered standing, making Broadhurst Park a very weather-friendly ground compared with many non-league venues.
The stadium was built around FC United's supporter-owned model and has a strong social and community feel. It is not a former league ground or an old municipal enclosure; it is a modern non-league stadium designed around supporters, with good sightlines, decent facilities and a layout that can handle larger crowds than many clubs at this level.
Away arrangements at Broadhurst Park depend on the fixture. For many league matches, segregation is not in place and visiting supporters can choose their viewing position around the ground. Away guides for recent fixtures have specifically noted that no segregation was used, with away fans able to pick where they watched from.
For bigger matches or games against clubs expected to bring a larger following, FC United can operate segregation. When segregation is used, the away entrance and section are normally announced in advance by the clubs, and visiting fans should follow that information rather than assuming open access around the ground.
Because all sides of Broadhurst Park are covered, away supporters usually get a better-weather experience than at many grounds in the division. If there is no segregation, neutral and away fans can usually choose between a side-on view, covered standing behind the goal or a quieter position away from the main home singing area.
Use the M60 to north Manchester, then follow signs for Moston and Broadhurst Park. Stay on the main road network until the final turn because residential parking is restricted.
Come through Manchester via Rochdale Road or the M60/Oldham side, then head towards Moston. City traffic can be the biggest delay.
Use the M62/M60 from the east, then enter north Manchester through Oldham or Middleton routes. Avoid threading through estate roads close to kick-off.
Use the M60 from the west or M602/M60 links, then head for Moston. Plan parking or public transport in advance because the ground is in a residential area.
Moston is the station to use for FC United of Manchester. Manchester Victoria to Rochdale services make this the closest heavy-rail station.
This entry is for rail planning only; the detailed walking route from the station is listed separately under the same station title.
Newton Heath and Moston Metrolink is the station to use for FC United of Manchester. Metrolink from Manchester, Oldham and Rochdale can suit supporters already in Greater Manchester.
This entry is for rail planning only; the detailed walking route from the station is listed separately under the same station title.
Leave Moston station and head towards Broadhurst Park. The route is a walk through Moston towards Lightbowne Road and the ground.
Allow around 15 to 20 minutes on foot. Check the latest club or steward information for the correct entrance before travelling, especially for segregated fixtures or evening games.
Leave Newton Heath and Moston Metrolink station and head towards Broadhurst Park. The route is a longer urban walk towards Moston Lane and Broadhurst Park.
Allow around 25 to 35 minutes on foot. Check the latest club or steward information for the correct entrance before travelling, especially for segregated fixtures or evening games.
Manchester Airport is the main airport for Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire and much of the north-west. The airport has its own rail station with direct services into Manchester Piccadilly and other northern hubs.
For FC United of Manchester, this airport makes most sense because Manchester Airport is local and the route stays within Greater Manchester. From the airport, aim for Manchester Victoria or Moston. Use train/tram into Manchester, then local train towards Moston or tram/bus for north Manchester. Broadhurst Park is then a walk or taxi away.
Bee Network 81 / 112 is one of the specific routes to check for Moston, Newton Heath and Broadhurst Park. It is included because it serves the town, nearby station corridor or the side of the town used for the ground, making it more useful than a vague 'local bus' recommendation.
Check the operator's live timetable before travelling, especially for evening fixtures, bank holidays and Sunday games.
Bee Network 118 / 149 is one of the specific routes to check for Moston, Newton Heath and Broadhurst Park. It is included because it serves the town, nearby station corridor or the side of the town used for the ground, making it more useful than a vague 'local bus' recommendation.
Check the operator's live timetable before travelling, especially for evening fixtures, bank holidays and Sunday games.
Street Cars Manchester is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Moston, Newton Heath and Broadhurst Park. It is useful for station transfers, hotel pickups and the final leg where the nearest rail stop is not right beside the ground.
Pre-booking is sensible for midweek matches and for grounds in villages or residential areas where taxis may not be waiting outside at full-time.
Mantax Manchester is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Moston, Newton Heath and Broadhurst Park. It is useful for station transfers, hotel pickups and the final leg where the nearest rail stop is not right beside the ground.
Pre-booking is sensible for midweek matches and for grounds in villages or residential areas where taxis may not be waiting outside at full-time.
Broadhurst Park has managed matchday parking arrangements, but the ground sits in a residential area and restrictions are important. Follow the club's latest travel advice and stewards.
Expect a small matchday charge where official parking is offered. Avoid residential streets around Moston Lane unless signs clearly allow it.
Moston station area can work as a park-and-walk option, but spaces are limited and restrictions must be checked carefully. It is better for early arrivals than a late parking search.
Expect local/station-style charges or signed street restrictions. Check the walking route to Broadhurst Park before travelling.
The Ben Brierley is a named pub option for Moston and north Manchester, useful for supporters who want a proper place to aim for before the match rather than just wandering around the ground-side streets. It is a sensible choice for early arrivals who want a town or village pub before moving on to the ground.
Check opening times and any fixture-specific door policy before travelling, especially where the ground sits in a residential area or the fixture is expected to be busy.
The Railway Moston is a named pub option for Moston and north Manchester, useful for supporters who want a proper place to aim for before the match rather than just wandering around the ground-side streets. It gives a second named pub option if the first choice is too busy or if you are arriving from a different side of town.
Check opening times and any fixture-specific door policy before travelling, especially where the ground sits in a residential area or the fixture is expected to be busy.
Vero Moderno is a named food option around Moston and north Manchester, useful if you want something more reliable than grabbing whatever is nearest at kick-off time. It works best for supporters arriving with enough time for a proper meal rather than a rushed stop.
For restaurant-style stops, book ahead or arrive early; for smaller cafes and takeaways, check opening hours around evening fixtures.
The Pasta Project Manchester is a named food option around Moston and north Manchester, useful if you want something more reliable than grabbing whatever is nearest at kick-off time. It gives another named alternative, useful for groups who want a different style of food before or after the match.
For restaurant-style stops, book ahead or arrive early; for smaller cafes and takeaways, check opening hours around evening fixtures.
Travelodge Manchester Central Arena is a practical overnight base for an away trip to Moston and north Manchester. It is included because it is a realistic base for the town or nearby transport corridor rather than a random hotel miles away.
Compare rates before booking because small towns can have limited rooms, while tourist places and larger cities can jump in price around events.
Broadhurst Park is a good non-league away day, but it can be busier and more organised than many grounds in the division because FC United often attract healthy crowds. Arrive early for fixtures against well-supported clubs, cup ties or bank holiday matches, especially if ticket checks or segregation are in use.
The ground is in Moston rather than central Manchester, so plan the final part of your journey properly. Public transport is possible, but check routes and walking times before travelling. Parking around the ground can be busy, and supporters should avoid blocking residential streets.
For neutral supporters, the main stand is the best option if you want a side-on view and access to seating. For atmosphere, the large home terrace is the most distinctive part of the ground, but visiting fans should avoid home-only areas if segregation is in force. The big advantage of Broadhurst Park is cover: wherever you stand, you are much less exposed than at many grounds at this level.
FC United use online ticketing for many fixtures, with matchday sales depending on the opposition, competition and expected crowd. Pay on the gate may be available for some normal league matches, but supporters should check the club's match information before travelling, especially for larger fixtures.
Away supporters should look carefully for any visiting supporter ticket link or away entrance information. If a match is segregated, away fans should buy the correct ticket and use the correct turnstile. If the match is unsegregated, general admission normally allows supporters to choose their viewing position.
Neutral supporters should buy in advance for higher-profile games. The main stand is the best choice for a clearer side-on view, while the terraces are better if you want the traditional FC United atmosphere.
Broadhurst Park operates normal football ground rules: no pyrotechnics, no pitch incursions, no throwing objects, no discriminatory or abusive behaviour, and no access to restricted areas. Supporters should follow stewarding instructions, particularly where segregation or larger crowds are expected.
Alcohol should only be consumed in permitted areas and must not be taken into areas where ground regulations or licensing rules prohibit it. If the fixture is segregated, supporters must remain in their allocated section and should not attempt to move into home areas.
Broadhurst Park is a modern purpose-built ground, so access is generally better than at many older non-league venues. Disabled supporters should still contact FC United in advance for the latest information on wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, step-free access, seating assistance and parking.
Away disabled supporters should check whether the match is segregated and whether a specific away entrance applies. If no segregation is in place, the covered and relatively modern layout should make the ground easier to use than many older Step 3 stadiums, but advance contact remains the safest option for specific requirements.
Regular public stadium tours are not normally promoted as a standard matchday attraction at Broadhurst Park. Because the ground is a community-owned and supporter-built venue, special events or arranged visits may occasionally be possible, but supporters should contact FC United directly rather than expecting tours to be available on ordinary matchdays.
National Football Museum is a worthwhile extra stop around Moston and north Manchester if you are making more of the day than just the match. It is one of the more obvious local attractions or landmarks to build into an away day.
Check opening times before travelling, particularly for winter midweek fixtures or attractions with seasonal hours.
Official club website. Use this for club news, fixtures, ticket information, supporter notices and the latest matchday updates.