Metrogas Sports Ground, New Eltham

Football pitch at Metrogas Sports Ground ⚽️

Looking to play football in southeast London? Metrogas Sports Ground on Forty Foot Way, off Avery Hill Road in New Eltham, has a new 4G astro pitch that was built in 2026. It's an easy one to reach for players from New Eltham, Eltham, Avery Hill, Mottingham, Falconwood, Blackfen and over the border in Sidcup.

Accessibility & Location 🌇

The ground sits in a quiet residential part of New Eltham, tucked at the end of a private access road behind a barrier. The site covers around seven acres of playing fields and backs onto open green space, with the University of Greenwich Avery Hill campus and Avery Hill Park close by. It's a suburban spot, well away from main road traffic once you're through the gate.

Facilities 👇

Pitches: New 4G artificial grass pitch installed in 2026, floodlit for evening sessions
Changing Rooms: Available in the clubhouse
Parking: Free on-site car park with space for around 80 cars

Directions 📍

Entrance Guide: Turn into the Footway from Avery Hill Road, opposite Sidewood Road. Go through the raised barrier and over the speed humps, then take the first right for the parking areas. The clubhouse is through the double gate ahead.
Buses: The 162 and B13 stop on Avery Hill Road at Sidewood Road, right by the entrance.
Train: New Eltham station is the nearest, about half a mile away or a 10 minute walk. Come out of the station, head into Avery Hill Road and go over the two mini roundabouts.

Pitch Hiring ℹ️

For private bookings, contact the venue directly. Footy Addicts does not handle third-party bookings.

FAQs 🏟

What boots should I wear? Moulded boots or astro trainers on the 4G surface. Metal studs are not allowed.
Are there toilets? Yes, toilets are available in the clubhouse.

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