Saturday 29 November 2025 – 3.00pm
The VEST Construction Stadium, Stadium Way, St Helen Auckland, DL14 9AE
Bradford (Park Avenue) make another trip to the North East this weekend as Craig Elliott’s side face Bishop Auckland, aiming to turn performances into points and keep hold of a play-off position going into December.
Avenue sit fourth in the table on 32 points, with Emley, Bridlington and Dunston close behind in what is becoming one of the tightest promotion races in recent seasons. Tuesday’s goalless draw with Consett kept Avenue in the pack, but results elsewhere have narrowed the margins, making Saturday’s fixture another important challenge.
Despite the mixed results, Avenue remain firmly in the top five and continue to create opportunities in every match. A sharper final touch is all that’s missing, and Elliott’s players will see this weekend as a key opportunity to regain momentum.
Bishop Auckland sit 17th in the league with 20 points, only one point above the drop zone, but that doesn’t paint the full picture.
Their biggest strength this season has been their eye for goal. Bishop have scored 33 league goals, a total higher than Avenue, and more than several promotion-chasing sides including Emley and Bridlington Town.
While they have struggled defensively, they carry a threat going forward and remain capable of unsettling teams, especially on home soil.
Venue:
The VEST Construction Stadium
Stadium Way, St Helen Auckland
DL14 9AE
Parking:
Free parking is available on-site.
Supporters must not park on the road outside the ground or at the entrance to the car park. Traffic wardens and police frequently issue fines in these restricted areas.
Additional parking can be found within the nearby industrial estate, only a short walk from the stadium.
Extended journey times are expected due to rail replacement operations through Darlington.
- Railhead: Darlington (RRB from York), then bus 1 to the ground
- Bishop Auckland station: approx. 1.5 miles from the stadium
- Train to Eaglescliffe
- RRB to Bishop Auckland
- Then bus 5 or 6 to Tindale Crescent
The catering hut and both bars will be open throughout the afternoon.
- Adults: £10
- Concessions (65+): £9
- Under-16s: £3
- Under-5s: Free
Cash and card are accepted.
Advance tickets:
https://bishopafc.ktckts.com/brand/match-tickets
As the league table tightens, every point becomes vital. Avenue have shown resilience and quality throughout the season, and with the travelling support behind them once again, Saturday offers a strong opportunity to get back to winning ways.