Football pitches at Open Academy (The FDC Open)⚽️

Looking to play football in Norwich? Open Academy has amazing facilities with a full size 3G pitch and a separate 7-a-side 3G pitch. Well placed if you're coming from Heartsease, Thorpe St Andrew, Sprowston, Rackheath, Mousehold and the wider east Norwich area.

Accessibility & Location 🌇

The FDC Open sits at Open Academy on Salhouse Road, in the east of Norwich near Heartsease and Thorpe St Andrew. The academy is a modern building with full disabled access throughout, and the site is easy to reach from across this side of the city. It's a straightforward drive in, and handy for the A47 and Norwich Northern Distributor Road.

Facilities👇

Football Pitches: Full size floodlit 3G artificial pitch plus a separate 7v7 3G pitch. Between them they cater for 5v5, 7v7, 9v9 and 11v11 games
Changing Rooms and Showers: Available
Accessibility: Full disabled access into and around the building
Car Park: On-site parking available

Directions📍

Entrance Guide: The entrance is at Open Academy, Salhouse Road, Norwich NR7 9DL. The pitch side of the site can also be reached from Marryat Road, NR7 9DE
By Car: On Salhouse Road in east Norwich, close to the A47. On-site parking available
Bus: Local services run along Salhouse Road between Norwich city centre and the Heartsease area
Train: Norwich station is the nearest rail option, a short drive away

Opening Times ⏰

Monday to Friday from 5pm to 10pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 5pm

Pitch Hiring ℹ️

If you are looking to hire the venue please contact the venue management directly. Footy Addicts doesn't manage pitch bookings for third parties

Common questions about playing football here🏟

What kind of footwear is appropriate for the pitch?
Moulded boots and astro trainers are suitable on the 3G surface. Metal studs are not allowed.
Are there toilets available near the football pitches?
Yes, toilets are available

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