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On The Road Again…
Your tour guide to; Hornchurch
Quick facts
Founded in 2005 after the original club went bust
Nickname The Urchins
Home Colours Red/White
The Andy Kirby Kit Game Given The Urchin's home colours we highly doubt Andy will pack anything red, we say the blue kit will get its first outing of the season [4/5]
Last season, they were 15/22 Isthmian Premier Division
Last time we were here Rovers have never visited before
Stadium The Upminster Stadium
Entry price £12 adults with concessions available and under 12s free
Post code for your Satnav RM14 2LX
Miles for this game 145.2 round trip

Since re-forming in 2005, Hornchurch have had a fairly successful time of it, with four promotions and just two relegations in that time, the club sit at step 3 of the pyramid, which is one level below where they were when the old club went bust. A quick glance at the club’s Wikipedia page highlights a former player for the Urchins called Ryan Kirby, we don’t think he is any relation to Andy. A slightly more genuine local connection is that Elliot Justham, the former Luton Town back up keeper was once a Hornchurch boy, having spent some of his youth career with the club.
The Urchins quite regularly progress beyond this stage of the cup, meaning this game will be a tough test for Rovers. Walnut Boys fans, however will want to take in the view from the large decking area to watch the game with a drink and from previous experience, the food is quite good.

Basic directions;
Station: Upminster Bridge (London Underground – District Line) ½m. Right out of station into Upminster Road and under bridge, then right into Bridge Avenue and entrance to ground is on right. This game is quite easy by public transport.