Rotherham's Millmoor Stadium, a former home to the club for 83 years, has been left to decay with no clear purpose. The stadium, which witnessed seven promotions and eight relegations, has been abandoned since 2008. Tony Stewart, the current Rotherham United owner, says the stadium is falling apart. The ground has only been occasionally used for amateur games and events, including the European strongman championships in 2019. Millmoor was initially used by the Rotherham Church Institute in 1895 and later became the home of Rotherham United in 1925. The stadium has a rich history, including hosting the first League Cup final in 1961. Ronnie Moore, a former manager of Rotherham, praises Ken Booth, the former owner, for keeping the club going during difficult times. The problems began in 2004 when Booth was propping Rotherham up after the collapse of the ITV Digital TV deal. The stadium's current state is a mystery to Rotherham and its fans. The 'new' main stand, under construction during the final season, remains half-built but will never be finished. A car with flat tyres sits outside what used to be the club bar, and a billboard advertising matchday parking is still visible. The slow growth of weeds is the only regular activity at the stadium. Rotherham United now plays at the New York Stadium, which was opened in 2012. The New York Stadium is just a few hundred yards away from Millmoor, a constant reminder of the abandoned stadium. The future of Millmoor remains uncertain, leaving fans and locals to wonder what will become of the former football ground.
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Rotherham's Millmoor Stadium Left to Decay
Rotherham's Millmoor Stadium, once a thriving football ground, now stands abandoned and decaying, leaving fans and locals wondering why
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