Rotherham United fans hoping for a piece of the club's former Millmoor ground have had their hopes dashed. The demolition contractor has enforced a strict no-salvage policy on the site for safety reasons, as reported by thestar.co.uk this week.
Kevin Brown, a 61-year-old supporter from Kilnhurst with 50 years of match-going experience, was among thousands who contacted site owner Ron Hull. He had hoped to secure a memento like a piece of turf or metalwork from the old Tivoli stand. "My brother started taking me and you get into it," Brown said. "It becomes pretty much like a religion, half football and half social." He even suggested that saved items could be sold for charity, an idea fellow fans at a recent match thought was great.
Why can't fans take souvenirs?
The recycling company Ron Hull, which owns the Millmoor site, has received a huge volume of calls from supporters. A company spokesman confirmed the scale of interest. "We have had thousands of this type of phone calls, people wanting mementoes of all different shapes and sizes," he stated. However, the firm's insurers prohibited anyone from entering the hazardous site even before clearance work began. Recovery operations would put staff at direct risk, so a blanket ban on public access and salvage is in place on health and safety grounds. All materials from the demolition will instead be recycled.
What was Millmoor's condition?
The stadium has been unused and in a state of severe deterioration for many years. Rotherham United moved to the nearby New York Stadium, leaving their historic home to decay. The unsafe condition of the structures is the primary reason the no-salvage policy is non-negotiable. This marks the final physical chapter for a ground that holds decades of memories for the club's faithful.
Where does Rotherham United stand now?
The club's immediate future is focused on the pitch after a difficult previous campaign. Rotherham finished 23rd in the final League One table for the 2025 season, accumulating 37 points from 42 games. Their record showed 9 wins, 10 draws, and 23 losses, with a recent form of five consecutive defeats. They scored 36 goals but conceded 65, leaving them with a -29 goal difference. In the title race, they ended the season a full 56 points behind champions Lincoln City. Supporters can review the full historical data on our standings page.
What happens next for the club?
With the new season yet to begin, the focus turns to rebuilding on the field. The closure of the Millmoor chapter is a symbolic moment, but the club's energy is now directed towards improvement. Fans can track the squad's composition and any potential changes on our dedicated squad page. While memories of Millmoor will endure, the future for Rotherham United is firmly at New York Stadium, with the hope of a more competitive campaign ahead. Further statistical context for the team's performance is available on our stats hub.
