AWAY DAY BLUES: SPALDING UNITED

18 Aug 2026

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The Silkmen travel to Lincolnshire this evening for our first midweek away game of the 2026/27 Enterprise National League North season against Spalding United.

For those heading to the Sir Halley Stewart Field, here is all the key information you need to know.

Sir Halley Stewart Field, Winfrey Avenue, Spalding, PE11 1DA

About the Club – Founded – 1905, Nickname – The Tulips, Manager – Jimmy Dean, Ground – Sir Halley Stewart Field, Capacity – 2,700 2025/26 POS – 2nd (SPL)

Public Transport –

By Train – At least two changes are required when boarding at Macclesfield, initially at Stockport, briefly heading northbound before boarding an EMR service to Peterborough, where a further, final change is required to reach Spalding. The total journey by train typically takes around four hours, followed by a brief 10-15 minute walk to Sir Halley Stewart Field.

By Car – Head south out of Macclesfield along the A523 through Leek, merging in to the A52 through Derbyshire, before heading south down the A1 and finally east along the A151 in to Spalding, taking you all the way to the ground, which will appear on your right as you approach from the west.

Parking – Parking is available within easy walking distance of the stadium with some Pay & Display facilities located directly opposite the ground; there is also some limited free parking within a few minutes walk of the ground, but please note that this free parking is limited to three hours during peak times.

Arrangements – There is no segregation in place for this fixture, providing Silkmen supporters with the opportunity to sit or stand in any location for this game; however, seating is only available a limited basis.

Food and Drink – Hot and cold refreshments will be available for visiting supporters inside the ground.

Programme – Match day programmes are available for purchase at the ground this evening.

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