Bradford (Park Avenue) Face Challenging Fixture at Matlock Town

Unbeaten Bradford (Park Avenue) Aim to End Draw Streak

Bradford (Park Avenue) will travel to the Proctor Cars Stadium on Tuesday 29 September to face Matlock Town in a Northern Premier League East Division fixture. The match kicks off at 19:45 and presents a significant challenge for the third-placed Avenue, who remain the only unbeaten side in the division this season.

Current Form and League Positions

Bradford (Park Avenue) enter the match following two consecutive draws, including a late equaliser by Robbie Fox to secure a 1-1 draw against Garforth Town on Saturday. The Avenue have accumulated more points than their hosts, sitting four points clear of Matlock Town, who currently occupy seventh place — the final play-off position.

Matlock Town’s season has seen mixed results, with two defeats in their opening four league games. The club parted ways with manager Ricky Ravenhill earlier in the campaign but have since stabilised, remaining unbeaten in their last four league matches. However, Matlock suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat to Kettering Town in the FA Trophy on Saturday, a result they will seek to put behind them as they return to league action.

Previous Meetings and Historical Context

Last season’s encounters between the two clubs were closely contested. The 2025/26 season opener ended in a goalless draw at Matlock’s Causeway Lane ground. In the reverse fixture at Horsfall Community Stadium, Bradford (Park Avenue) secured a 2-0 victory, with debutant Ben Andreucci scoring twice in the first half.

One of the most notable matches was the Northern Premier League East Division Play-Off Semi-Final, where Bradford secured a 2-1 win. Marcus Carver scored early for the Avenue, with Matlock equalising before half-time via a penalty. Ben Andreucci scored the decisive goal late in the match to send Bradford through to the final.

Matchday Information

• Date and Time: Tuesday 29 September, 19:45
• Venue: Proctor Cars Stadium, Causeway Lane, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3AR
• Admission Prices: Adults £12; Concessions (65+ / Student) £8; 11-18 years £4; Under 11 free

Travel and Parking

The Proctor Cars Stadium is located approximately 200 yards from Matlock town centre. Visitors are encouraged to use public transport or organised fan coaches where possible to reduce congestion. Parking at the stadium is limited and generally available only on special match days. For evening matches, limited parking is available on Causeway Lane on a first-come, first-served basis, as well as on local streets.

Supporters are advised not to park on Causeway Lane during weekend games and to avoid parking on roads with continuous centre white lines, as enforcement and fines are in place.

Nearby car parks include:

• Imperial Road (DE4 3NL) – three car parks near the Town Hall and retail areas
• Bank Road (DE4 3NN) – behind the Town Hall and opposite the police station
• Egdefold Road (DE4 3NJ)
• Old Englishe (DE4 3NX)

Public Transport

• Train: Matlock Rail Station is a nine-minute walk from the stadium. Directions involve crossing the A6 and River Derwent, then walking along Causeway Lane to the ground.
• Bus: Matlock Bus Station is approximately a six-minute walk away. From the station, supporters should walk towards Crown Square and then onto Causeway Lane to reach the stadium.

Facilities for Visiting Fans

The stadium allows visiting supporters access to three sides of the ground, with no designated away end currently in place. Catering options include hot food such as pies from a kiosk on the Twigg Stand side, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available at the Darwin Lake Sports Bar. Drinks purchased in plastic glasses may be taken outside the bar.

Match Coverage

Supporters unable to attend can follow updates on Bradford (Park Avenue)’s official social media channels, including live commentary available on AvenueOnAir from 19:35.