The football pitch at John Henry Newman Catholic College now features a state-of-the-art 3G artificial grass pitch (AGP) with full-size goals and floodlighting, making it ideal for everything from casual football games to competitive local football games. Thanks to significant investment and a strategic development plan, the facility is set to support a dramatic growth in usage—expanding from 10 to 50 teams and welcoming nearly 300 new female players, delivering a forecasted 471% increase in participation.
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Conveniently situated on Chelmsley Road (B37) and accessible from Marston Green, Chelmsley Wood and Solihull, the venue is easy to reach by car or via local bus services, with on-site parking available. For optimal performance and safety on the 3G pitch, players should wear moulded boots or astro turf trainers—metal studs are not permitted.

If you’re looking to play football nearby in Birmingham, John Henry Newman Catholic College offers a modern, well-equipped venue for footballers of all ages and abilities to play football near me, whether for a social kickabout or organised team fixture.