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Eastville Stadium - Bristol Rovers FC
Eastville Stadium, also known as Bristol Stadium and Bristol Stadium – Eastville, was a stadium in Eastville, a northern suburb of the English city of Bristol.
Constructed in 1897, it was the home of Bristol Rovers F.C. the Bristol Bulldogs speedway team and was also a greyhound racing venue. During 1986 it was also the home of the short-lived Bristol Bombers American football team.
Rovers played their home games at Eastville (nicknamed "The Ville") until forced to leave by financial difficulties in 1986. Rovers then spent a decade at Twerton Park in Bath before returning to the city to play at the Memorial Stadium where they remain to this day. The record attendance was 39, 462.
Bristol Rovers have never played in the top flight of English football. The highest level of football which Eastville Stadium hosted was in the Football League Second Division.
Built near to a gas holder, the constant smell of town gas in the air gave rise to the name used for Bristol Rovers fans of "The Gas" or "Gasheads". The nickname "The Gas" began as a derogatory nickname used by Bristol City fans, however Rovers fans now refer to themselves as Gasheads as a badge of honour. The number 12 squad shirt has been officially allocated to "Gasheads" by the club in honour of the crowd being the 12th man.
Another unique feature of Eastville was the flower beds behind each goal
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This print captures the historic Eastville Stadium, once home to Bristol Rovers FC and a hub of sporting excitement in Bristol. Constructed in 1897, this stadium not only hosted football matches but also housed the Bristol Bulldogs speedway team and held greyhound racing events. Even American football found its place here when the short-lived Bristol Bombers called it their home in 1986. Known affectionately as "The Ville". Eastville Stadium was forced to bid farewell to Rovers due to financial difficulties in 1986. The team then spent a decade at Twerton Park before returning to their city roots and settling at the Memorial Stadium where they continue playing today. With a record attendance of an impressive 39,462 fans, Eastville witnessed some unforgettable moments for both players and supporters. One unique aspect of this stadium was its proximity to a gas holder, which resulted in a constant smell of town gas permeating the air during matches. This distinctive scent gave rise to the nickname "The Gas" or "Gasheads" for loyal Bristol Rovers fans. Initially used derogatorily by rival Bristol City fans, Gasheads now proudly embrace this moniker as a badge of honor. Another charming feature that set Eastville apart were the flower beds behind each goalpost – an unexpected touch of beauty amidst all the sporting action. This print serves as a nostalgic reminder of days gone by at Eastville Stadium, evoking memories of thrilling matches and passionate support from dedicated Gasheads who made up the vital twelfth man on match days.
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