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With plenty of
grass football pitches, a number of sports halls and a
Premiership side to choose from, Norwich has plenty to
offer today’s footy fans.
If you want a friendly or competitive game then check
out the facilities at Heartsease Towers [map] on Sale Road, which has floodlit hard court pitches for local teams or family fun.
Also worth a look is Britannia Barracks [map],
where you’ll find grass pitches suitable for both 11-a-side and five-a-side games, while Eaton
Park [map] and Mousehold Heath [map] have similar facilities.
For those who just want a casual kick-about with family
and friends there are numerous public parks in Norwich
offering plenty of space for you to enjoy a game of soccer.
Among them is Bowthorpe Park [map] on Clover Hill Road, which has a couple of football pitches
along with an American football pitch, tennis courts
and picturesque gardens.
The city’s professional team is Norwich City FC, who currently play in the Premiership
league alongside the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal
and Chelsea.
To show your support for The Canaries or to get
the latest training gear, head to one of the many sports
shops in the city centre, including JJB Sports,
which sells a wide selection of football clothing and
accessories. |