On January 8th 1955, Pools played local rivals Darlington in the FA Cup 3rd round. There was a crowd of 12,450 and increased prices meant it cost 2 shillings and sixpence admission.
The game ended at 1 all and there was a replay at Feethams where a two all draw meant a second replay at Ayresome Park Middlesbrough's ground. Pools won 2 nil on a snowbound pitch and on January 29th, 17,200 fans packed the Vic as Pools faced Nottingham Forest in the 4th round. This was a further draw and forced a replay at City Ground Nottingham where Pools just lost in the dying minutes. Had they won, they would have had a further derby with Newcastle in the 5th round.
Date (of image) : 8/1/1955
Donor : Hartlepool Museum Service
Creator : NDM
Location
Hartlepool United FC.
The ground was originally The Victoria Ground which became Victoria Park when renovated. In the last few years it became The Northern Gas and Power Stadium,The Super Six Stadium and is currently the Suit Direct Stadium. However it will always be The Vic to fans.
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