For the 18's - 20's game at Christmas I was sat half way up the west stand (Just in front of the barriers in there). This is where my season ticket seat is and it was a good view of the game.
On Saturday I started off in the South stand just to the side of the posts and as far back as could go and the view was pretty poor to be honest. As others have said the posts crossbar blocked much of the action on the 30m line in the middle of the ground, which with the game was most of it in the first half with Leigh attacking.
Moved to the far left of the stand for the second half at the same height and this gave a better view of the closer area but still a little too low down for my liking.
Guess this is the beauty of having the option to try different seats and places out.
I think I will be sticking with the West stand for the time being unless the atmosphere does pick up in the south stand, then I might re-consider.
For the rest of the place, got caught in the traffic on Liverpool Road like others so ended up parking on Gorton Street and walking over, which was rather painless so one I may employ in future.
The staff and security are very friendly and helpful which is a pleasant surprise. Had food both times and been warm (although the Potato, Cheese and onion pie is one to give a miss IMO).
Pitch is massive and watching on Saturday something Leigh used against us very effectively as we bunched up and they went outside a number of times.
Find the dugout situation an odd one. With Fans being able to walk right past the players and coaching staff during a match, sure that must be looked at.
The backs need filling in to make it look better and to allow the ladies to pee in peace without audience.
The sponsors going up should give it a bit more or a “Lived in” feel which I think is lacking. Not too fussed about the scoreboard, it does what it is supposed to do, show the score and if the clock was working, give the time left in the game also.
Another thing that has struck me, I am guessing the cameras for TV games will be from the west stand but I can’t see many fans using the east stand when open. Surely this is not going to project a great image on the crowds at the game?
I am also really keen to see what it is like up in the Boxes and the hospitality lounge. If anyone can get me up there, will get you a pint