The 3 stands are really standard modern fare with no outstanding features. Despite being open at one end it is possible to generate a pretty decent atmosphere when you get 8000+ in there. All stands provide good views of the game in reasonably spacious seats. Best views are from the upper tier of the South Stand. The East stand is the noisiest by far – not a place for young kids as the amount of swearing is akin to that experienced in the 80’s and before. It feels, and literally is miles from the world-renowned seat of learning. There’s no sense of punting, college balls and dreaming spires out here

The North Stand can get lively if there are many away fans. Personally as an Oxford fan, I don’t rate the Kassam Stadium much – all a bit soulless; and frankly an embarrassment that it’s only got 3 sides. However, despite that it remains easily one of the better grounds in League 2. Oxford is a good place for a day or weekend out, but be warned the ground is over 4 miles from the City Centre.