The Slee Blackwell Solicitors Stadium

The Slee Blackwell Solicitors Stadium sits in Tiverton, Devon. It is a modest venue that has hosted the local side since 1946. The ground is not large, with a capacity of 3,500.

The site has changed its name several times, reflecting the shifting landscape of local sponsorship and tribute. It was originally known as Ladysmead, a name that persists in the minds of long-term supporters. In August 2018, the club renamed the ground The Ian Moorcroft Stadium to honour a benefactor who served the team for decades. More recently, the current title was adopted after Slee Blackwell Solicitors acquired the naming rights.

The most memorable night at the ground occurred on 12 November 1994. Tiverton Town faced Leyton Orient in the First Round of the FA Cup. The crowd of 3,000 witnessed a dramatic equalizer by the visitors. In the confusion of the subsequent celebrations, a wall built specifically for the occasion collapsed, causing a significant delay. The incident became part of the ground’s folklore.

Tiverton Town F.C. has played many cup ties here over the years. The club reached the First Round on seven occasions, including recent meetings with Taunton Town and Wimborne Town. However, the memories that stick are often tied to domestic cup successes. In 1998 and 1999, the team won the FA Vase, beating Tow Law Town and Bedlington Terriers respectively. These victories were celebrated against the backdrop of the natural grass pitch, which remains in use despite plans for an artificial surface.

The club also secured promotion to the Southern League Premier Division here. In the 2016–17 season, they defeated Salisbury FC 2–0 in the decisive leg of the play-off final. The attendance was over 2,000. The ground continues to operate as the home of Tiverton Town, with updates available on the club’s website.