Ilkeston Town are based at the New Manor Ground and continue the football identity of the Derbyshire town after earlier club collapses. The Robins have passionate local support, a strong Step 3 profile and a modern non-league story shaped by rebuilding and ambition.
Ilkeston Town play at the New Manor Ground on Awsworth Road, a traditional and well-established non-league ground with a proper enclosed feel. It is one of the more recognisable grounds in the division and suits Ilkeston's strong local support, with spectator areas close to the pitch and a good mix of seating and standing.
The ground has covered seating along one side and covered terraced stands behind the goals, giving supporters several different ways to watch the match. The clubhouse and food outlets are important parts of the matchday setup, and visiting guides have noted catering facilities on both sides of the ground.
The New Manor Ground is not a modern out-of-town bowl. It has the feel of a proper town football ground: compact, close to the action and capable of producing a good atmosphere when there is a strong home or away following.
Away arrangements at Ilkeston Town are usually fixture-dependent rather than fixed every week. Recent away guides have stated that segregation was not in place, with visiting supporters able to choose their viewing position around the ground.
Where there is no segregation, away fans can normally use the available covered seating, covered terracing and open areas in the same way as home supporters. For larger fixtures, local derbies or cup ties, arrangements may change and visiting fans should check the match information issued by both clubs before travelling.
There is no permanent away end that should be assumed for every match. If segregation is announced, follow the entrance and section details published by the club. If the match is unsegregated, arrive early if you want one of the better covered positions.
Use the M1 southbound to Junction 26 or 25, then follow the A610/A609 into Ilkeston. The New Manor Ground is reached through town roads.
Use the M1 northbound to Junction 25, then take the A52/A609 into Ilkeston. Avoid small lanes around Dale Abbey unless you know them.
Use the A609/A6007 from Nottingham side, then enter Ilkeston. Urban traffic can slow the approach near the town centre.
Use the A52/A609 from Derby side, then follow Ilkeston signs. The last section is through local streets, so plan parking before arrival.
Ilkeston is the station to use for Ilkeston Town. East Midlands Railway and Northern services from Nottingham, Sheffield and the Erewash Valley route make this the best station.
This entry is for rail planning only; the detailed walking route from the station is listed separately under the same station title.
Leave Ilkeston station and head towards the New Manor Ground. The route is a town walk towards Awsworth Road, uphill in places.
Allow around 20 to 30 minutes on foot. Check the latest club or steward information for the correct entrance before travelling, especially for segregated fixtures or evening games.
East Midlands Airport is useful for Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and parts of Lincolnshire, but it has no railway station. Use Skylink buses or a taxi to Derby, Nottingham, Loughborough or East Midlands Parkway depending on the club.
For Ilkeston Town, this airport makes most sense because East Midlands is the closest airport for Ilkeston. From the airport, aim for Nottingham, Derby or East Midlands Parkway, then Ilkeston. Use Skylink or taxi to the rail network, then travel to Ilkeston or take a taxi direct from the airport. Direct taxi is often the cleanest option for groups.
Birmingham Airport is the strongest airport for the West Midlands and much of central England. The terminal connects to Birmingham International station by Air-Rail Link, giving quick access to Birmingham New Street and the wider rail network.
For Ilkeston Town, this airport makes most sense because Birmingham has strong national rail connections and a bigger flight network. From the airport, aim for Derby or Nottingham, then Ilkeston. Use rail from Birmingham International via Birmingham New Street to Derby/Nottingham, then connect towards Ilkeston. It is a viable alternative for flight choice.
Trentbarton Two is one of the specific routes to check for Ilkeston station, town centre and the New Manor Ground. 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.
Trentbarton Ilkeston Flyer is one of the specific routes to check for Ilkeston station, town centre and the New Manor Ground. 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.
Ilkeston Taxis is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Ilkeston station, town centre and the New Manor Ground. 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.
A2B Taxis Ilkeston is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Ilkeston station, town centre and the New Manor Ground. 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.
The New Manor Ground has matchday parking around the site, but capacity can be limited and should be checked against club information for bigger fixtures. Approach from Awsworth Road and follow stewards.
Expect free or low-cost matchday parking where available. Avoid parking across residential access if the car park is full.
Ilkeston station car park is an organised alternative if you are prepared for a longer walk or short taxi to the ground. It is useful for mixed car/rail groups.
Expect normal station parking charges. This is a better option than hunting for spaces in nearby streets late on.
The Burnt Pig is a named pub option for Ilkeston, 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 Observatory is a named pub option for Ilkeston, 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.
The Spanish Bar and Restaurant is a named food option around Ilkeston, 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.
Wynsors World of Shoes Cafe is a named food option around Ilkeston, 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.
Durham Ox Ilkeston is a practical overnight base for an away trip to Ilkeston. 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.
The New Manor Ground is a good traditional non-league away day, but it can be busy for well-supported fixtures. Supporters driving to the ground should use Awsworth Road for the stadium and allow time for parking and entry, especially because the main turnstiles are accessed from the car park side.
For normal league games, the atmosphere is usually relaxed and the clubhouse may be open before, during and after the match, but this can change depending on the fixture. If segregation is in place, away fans should check whether clubhouse access or movement around the ground is restricted.
Neutral supporters who want the best view will usually prefer the side seating or covered side-on positions. Those who like a traditional terrace view may prefer one of the covered ends behind the goal.
Ilkeston Town ticketing is usually straightforward at this level, with admission often available at the turnstiles. Recent match information for fixtures at the New Manor Ground has listed cash and card payment at the turnstiles, although arrangements and prices vary by competition.
Away supporters should check whether the fixture is segregated or subject to advance ticketing. For normal league matches, there may be no separate away allocation, but larger fixtures can bring different arrangements.
Neutral fans should check the official match information before travelling. If no segregation is in place, general admission usually allows supporters to choose between seating, covered terracing and open standing areas.
The New Manor Ground operates standard football ground rules: no pyrotechnics, no pitch incursions, no throwing objects, no abusive or discriminatory behaviour, and no entry into restricted areas. Supporters should follow stewarding instructions at all times.
Alcohol should only be consumed where permitted by the club and licensing conditions. For fixtures where segregation is introduced, supporters must use the correct entrance and remain in the allocated area.
The New Manor Ground is a traditional non-league stadium, so disabled supporters should contact Ilkeston Town in advance for the latest advice on step-free access, wheelchair viewing, accessible toilets and parking. Some viewing areas will be more suitable than others because of the mix of seating, terracing and older ground features.
Away disabled supporters should check whether segregation is in place, as that may affect the best entrance and viewing position. Advance contact is recommended for any supporter needing accessible parking or assistance on arrival.
Regular public stadium tours are not normally advertised at Ilkeston Town. The New Manor Ground is a working non-league football stadium, so supporters wanting to see it should plan around a matchday or contact the club directly for any special access request.
Erewash Museum is a worthwhile extra stop around Ilkeston 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.