KURSAAL
Kursaal was a League ground for 15 seasons
from 1 Jul 1920 to 30 Jun 1934
The 114th ground used for a League game
Opened: 1919 • Closed: 1934
TENANTS
Teams that have used this ground as a home
| Team | From | To | Notes | ||
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Southend United | 1 Aug 1919 | 31 May 1934 | The club was a founder member of the Football League Division 3 in 1920 and moved to Southend Stadium in 1934. |
LEAGUE EVENTS
Promotions, relegations and ground moves associated with this ground
| Date | Team | Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jul 1919 | Southend United | Moved from Roots Hall to Kursaal |
| 1 Jul 1920 | Southend United | Founder member of Division 3 |
| 1 Jul 1934 | Southend United | Moved from Kursaal to Southend Stadium |
GROUND HISTORY
adapted from "The Ultimate Directory of English & Scottish Football League Grounds"
Southend Athletic FC originally played here when the site was known as The Marine Park, but it was not until after WWI that the area was transformed into a large amusement park called The Kursaal. The football ground was on the east side of this park and more or less occupied the site of the former pitch. Initially the original pavilion, in the south east corner, was the only facility but a stand, on the east side, and concrete terracing along the other three sides were quickly constructed around the 115 x 75 yards sized pitch.
Southend United FC moved here from Roots Hall, played their first competitive match in 1919 and remained here until moving to Southend Stadium in 1934. Within two years the football ground was removed and, today, most of the whole amusement park has been redeveloped for housing.
Southend United FC moved here from Roots Hall, played their first competitive match in 1919 and remained here until moving to Southend Stadium in 1934. Within two years the football ground was removed and, today, most of the whole amusement park has been redeveloped for housing.
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Kursaal