Club Overview
Weymouth FC, known as the Terras, are one of Dorset’s best-known non-league clubs. Their story includes league championships, memorable FA Cup campaigns and a move from the Recreation Ground to the Bob Lucas Stadium, formerly known as the Wessex Stadium.
Ground & Quick Facts
- Nickname: The Terras.
- Ground: Bob Lucas Stadium, Weymouth.
- League: Southern League Division One South in the 2026/27 season.
Club History
Weymouth’s early matches took place at Lodmoor before the club moved to Westham and later the Athletic Ground, better known as the Recreation Ground, in 1897. The club played there for decades, with a record crowd of 12,512 watching an FA Cup tie against Yeovil Town in December 1948. The final match at the old ground was played in April 1987 before the move to the Wessex Stadium, officially opened later that year.
The Terras enjoyed major league success in the Southern League during the 1960s, 1990s and 2010s, and won the National League South in 2005/06. Their FA Cup history includes a fourth-round appearance in 1961/62. The Bob Lucas Stadium has hosted several memorable ties, including a 2005 FA Cup First Round replay against Nottingham Forest.
Honours & Achievements
- Southern League: champions in 1964/65, 1965/66, 1997/98 and 2018/19.
- National League South: champions 2005/06; play-off winners in 2020.
- Western League: champions 1922/23, 1936/37 and 1937/38.
- Dorset Senior Cup: a long record of wins across multiple eras.
FA Cup & Club Records
Weymouth’s best FA Cup run reached the fourth round in 1961/62. The Bob Lucas Stadium record attendance is recorded as 6,500 for the FA Cup First Round replay against Nottingham Forest in November 2005. The club’s former Recreation Ground also staged a record 12,512 crowd for the 1948 tie against Yeovil Town.
Bob Lucas Stadium Visitor Guide
The Bob Lucas Stadium is Weymouth’s home ground. Before travelling, check the club’s official website for the latest address and travel details, ticketing, parking, accessibility, refreshments and kick-off information. Matchday arrangements may change for cup fixtures or special events.
Rivalries & Regional Football
Dorset derbies have long been central to Weymouth’s story, particularly matches with Dorchester Town and Portland United. The Terras’ history is closely linked to the wider football culture of the south coast.
Club History and Key Milestones
Weymouth FC are nicknamed the Terras and have a long history in Dorset football. The club has reached the FA Cup fourth round proper, in 2005/06, and spent seasons in the Football League pyramid’s upper non-league tiers. The Bob Lucas Stadium is their home ground.
Matchday Notes
Check the club’s latest official announcement for the confirmed venue, kick-off time, admission prices and payment methods. Supporters should verify parking and public transport options and plan the return journey after evening fixtures. Historic ground names and old ticket information may no longer be current.
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Sources & Further Information
Getting There and Access
Use Bob Lucas Stadium and the address listed in the ground guide or Quick Facts section above when planning your journey. Check the club’s current directions before setting off, as parking, access points and local restrictions can change. If travelling by public transport, verify current services and the return journey, particularly for evening fixtures.