Feethams, Cricket ground and former football ground in Darlington, England
Feethams is a cricket ground and former football ground in Darlington, England. The site now consists of the cricket field, while the football stadium that once stood beside it was demolished in 2006.
Feethams was home to Darlington Football Club from 1883 until 2003, when the club moved to a new stadium. The football ground was demolished in 2006 after falling into disrepair, but the cricket ground has been in use since the 19th century.
The cricket ground remains a local hub, with matches drawing spectators who gather along the boundary. The site's name is still familiar to residents, even though the football ground is gone.
The cricket ground is still in use, so access may be limited during matches or practice sessions. It is best to check local listings or ask in town before planning a visit, as the site is not a regular tourist attraction.
In 1907, Feethams hosted an England amateur international against the Netherlands, which England won 12-2; it remains the Dutch national team's heaviest defeat. Another oddity was that spectators entered through the Twin Towers and had to walk around the cricket pitch to reach the football ground.
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