Layer Road, Football ground in Colchester, United Kingdom
Layer Road is a former football ground in Colchester, United Kingdom. It served as the home of Colchester United for many years and had a capacity of around 6,000 spectators, with stands close to the pitch.
Layer Road opened in 1907 and was Colchester United's home until 2008. The club moved to a new stadium, and the old ground was later demolished for housing.
The old ground was known for its tight, enclosed feel, with fans close to the action. Today, the site is part of the neighbourhood, and locals still recall the roar of the crowd on match days.
The site is now a residential area, so there is no stadium to visit. You can walk or drive past the location, but parking is limited and the area is best explored on foot.
The ground had a record attendance of over 19,000 for an FA Cup match against Reading in 1948. That crowd was more than three times the ground's usual capacity, packed into every corner.
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