Aylesbury United’s long period without a home ground begins with one decisive moment: the 2006 eviction from Buckingham Road. Everything that follows is a story of survival, identity, and community resilience. Aylesbury United were forced out of Buckingham Road in 2006 after the stadium’s owners pursued a 3G pitch to generate additional revenue. At the time, these pitches were relatively new and did not appeal to the FA and League. The owners no longer felt the club was a viable concern and took the decision to sell the land for property development. The ground was subsequently left to decay, becoming derelict and unusable. This moment ended over 20 years of residency at a purpose-built stadium that had hosted FA Cup runs, the famous England friendly, and the club’s most successful era. With Buckingham Road lost, the Ducks entered a nomadic period, relying on groundshare agreements to survive. The club relocated to The Meadow in Chesham, around 15 miles from Aylesbury. This arrangement provided stability but removed the team from its hometown. A temporary move to Leighton Buzzard followed, again keeping the club alive but further distancing supporters. These moves were driven by necessity, not choice — Aylesbury United had no land, no stadium, and no realistic prospect of returning to Buckingham Road. In 2010, the club returned to Chesham United’s Meadow Ground, where they remain today. This period has now lasted over 15 years, making Aylesbury United one of the longest-displaced senior clubs in English football. Key impacts: •Identity strain — Aylesbury United play outside Aylesbury, yet represent the town. •Financial limitations — Groundsharing restricts revenue streams, matchday control, and long-term planning. •Community disconnect — Many supporters travel significant distances to “home” games. •Stadium campaign — The club and Supporters Trust have spent years working with local authorities to secure land for a new ground. After eviction, Buckingham Road fell into severe disrepair with the infrastructure stripped and the site left unused. Despite occasional rumours of redevelopment, the ground has never been revived. It remains a symbol of what the club lost. Aylesbury United’s “homelessness” is not just logistical — it has shaped the club’s identity, finances, supporter culture, and long-term ambitions. The Ducks have survived thanks to the Supporters Trust, volunteers, and a fiercely loyal fanbase. The club has recently moved into Community Ownership as we bid to reverse the decline. The CIC is tasked with bringing together a team of people who can deliver the expertise and funding necessary to build a Community Stadium that will not only facilitate the Ducks return to the town but also provide a state-of-the-art sporting facility the town desperately needs. If you can help, contact us at info@aylesburyunited.co.uk.