Last night's Shrewsbury v Milton Keynes Dons League Two play off game was the final match to be played at Gay Meadow before a move to their new stadium. I remember travelling with my family when Swindon Town played there in the 1950's. We went by Rimes Coaches with the other fans including a refreshment stop in each direction. When the ball went over one stand it landed in the River Severn and a man went out in a coracle to collect it.
I went there this season with my wife, Veronicah, and we were pleased to come away with a 2-1 win. Although I am sure the facilities, access, seating and sightlines will be much improved, the working-class heritage of the Gay Meadows of English football are often missed, in the move to slightly soulless 21st Century arenas. Perhaps in time they will develop their own style and character.
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