The Dripping Pan, Football stadium in Lewes, England
The Dripping Pan is a football stadium in Lewes set within a sunken hollow and surrounded by natural grassy slopes. The ground features three stands and accommodates several thousand spectators.
The site was used for cricket matches starting in 1730 before becoming the permanent home of Lewes Football Club in 1885. This shift in use shaped the development of local football.
The name 'The Dripping Pan' refers to a historical local designation for this site. Fans gather here as part of their routine, and the place holds meaning within the community of Lewes.
Access to the stadium is via Mountfield Road, and the ground offers wheelchair-accessible entry points and designated viewing areas. The sunken structure ensures good viewing lines from various positions.
The defining feature is the sunken structure itself—the ground sits within a hollow that sets it apart from the surrounding terrain. The north side offers an open viewing area perched on the natural rise.
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