Structure
- East Stand
The East stand is the main stand at Roots Hall, running along one side of the pitch. Originally designed as a section of seating with paddocks of terracing below, it was converted to an all seater stand in the 1990s. The stand also contains executive boxes and, in the back, the Club offices. The dugouts are cut into the stand, covered by the main roof. The stand was originally much smaller and evidence of its extension along the touchline can be seen in the density of moss on the roof.
- South Stand
Originally a 72-step terrace, financial troubles in the mid-1990s saw the old terrace reduced dramatically before being replaced by a significantly smaller two-tier stand. The bottom tier forms part of the family enclosure, alongside part of the West Stand.
- West Stand
The West was also formerly a terrace, though it was converted into a stand by bolting seat onto the existing structure. Originally the terrace only ran the length of the touchline but when the ground was improved in the 1990s the north-west corner was filled-in. This section is sometimes used for away supporters, depending on demand. The roof has a unique double-barreled construction, originally the stand's cover was set back from the pitch, and when the Club constructed cover for the front section of the old terrace they built another identical span. A small section of the West Stand has been designated as the family stand, and Block W houses the 'Blue Voice' when the North Stand is unavailable.
- North Stand
The North Stand, also known as the North Bank, is another converted terrace. The roof has a semi-circular 'barrel' shape, similar to the West Stand's original roof, with a scoreboard in the centre. Part of the North Stand is designated for away supporters, and the rest houses 'The Blue Voice'. For matches when a large away following is expected, more of the stand is reserved for away supporters and home fans are relocated to the West Stand.
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