Club Overview
Full Name: Boreham Wood Football Club
Nickname: The Wood
Founded: 1948
League: National League
Ground: Meadow Park
Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Colours: White, Black & Light Blue
Boreham Wood have become one of non-league football’s modern success stories. Founded in 1948, the club spent decades in the lower reaches of the pyramid before rising through the divisions under chairman Danny Hunter and manager Luke Garrard. Their remarkable journey included reaching the Fifth Round of the FA Cup in 2021/22 and establishing themselves as a leading force outside the Football League.
Quick Facts
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1948 |
| Nickname | The Wood |
| Ground | Meadow Park |
| Capacity | 4,500 |
| Seated Capacity | 1,700 |
| Opened | 1963 |
| Postcode | WD6 5AL |
| League | National League |
| Chairman | Danny Hunter |
| Manager | Luke Garrard |
Meadow Park has been the club’s home since 1963 and is also used by Arsenal’s academy and women’s teams for selected fixtures.
Stadium Guide
Meadow Park
Ground Information
- Capacity: 4,500
- Seating: 1,700
- Opened: 1963
- Surface: Premier League-standard DESSO pitch
- Address: Broughinge Road, Borehamwood, WD6 5AL
- Home of Boreham Wood FC and Arsenal youth sides
The stadium has undergone significant redevelopment in recent years, including the construction of the North Bank terrace, a new West Stand and major facility improvements that brought Meadow Park up to Football League standard.
Record Attendance
4,101 vs St Albans City
FA Cup Second Round
6 December 2021.
Away Supporters
Away fans are typically accommodated in the South End and West Stand, with an allocation of up to 1,250 supporters.
Club History
Boreham Wood FC was established in 1948 and initially played at Eldon Avenue before moving to Meadow Park in 1963. For much of their history the club competed in local and regional leagues before gradually climbing the non-league pyramid.
The turning point came under chairman Danny Hunter, whose investment transformed both the playing side and the club’s infrastructure. Boreham Wood rose from the Isthmian League to become an established National League club while investing millions into facilities and community projects.
Under Luke Garrard, one of the youngest managers in English football when appointed, Boreham Wood enjoyed the most successful period in their history. The club reached the National League play-offs on several occasions and made national headlines during their incredible 2021/22 FA Cup run. Victories over AFC Wimbledon and AFC Bournemouth saw The Wood reach the Fifth Round, where they faced Premier League side Everton at Goodison Park.
Today, Boreham Wood continue to punch above their weight despite operating with one of the smaller catchment areas in the National League.
Honours
League Honours
- National League South Play-Off Winners
- Southern League Division One East Champions (2005/06)
- Isthmian League Division One Champions (1976/77, 1994/95, 2000/01)
- Athenian League Division One Champions (1973/74)
Cup Honours
- National League Cup Winners
- Herts Senior Cup Winners (multiple occasions)
- London Challenge Cup Winners
Club Records
| Record | Achievement |
|---|---|
| Record Attendance | 4,101 |
| Ground Capacity | 4,500 |
| Best FA Cup Run | Fifth Round (2021/22) |
| Most Appearances | David Hatchett (714) |
| Stadium Opened | 1963 |
Famous Players
- Lee Ndlovu
- Tyrone Marsh
- Bruno Andrade
- Jamal Fyfield
- Kabongo Tshimanga
Many players have used Boreham Wood as a platform to move into the Football League after successful spells at Meadow Park.
Rivalries
Main Rivals
- St Albans City
- Barnet
- Wealdstone
- Hemel Hempstead Town
Fixtures against nearby Hertfordshire and North London clubs regularly produce some of the biggest crowds of the season.
Matchday Guide
Getting There
By Train
- Elstree & Borehamwood Station
- Approximately 15–20 minutes walk to Meadow Park.
By Car
- Close to the M25, A1 and M1.
- Brook Road public car park is the recommended parking location.
Food & Drink
- Stadium catering kiosks
- Clubhouse facilities
- Numerous cafés and restaurants along Shenley Road in Borehamwood town centre.
What Makes Boreham Wood Special?
FA Cup Giant Killers
The club’s run to the Fifth Round of the FA Cup remains one of the greatest achievements in modern non-league football.
Football League Standard Facilities
Meadow Park has been approved to meet Football League requirements and is widely regarded as one of the best-equipped grounds in the National League.
Arsenal Connection
The ground regularly hosts Arsenal academy fixtures and has strong links with the North London club through shared facilities.