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Pre Season Match Info: Chester FC Women (H), Sun 13th Jul, 2pm KO

We are delighted to confirm our involvement in the Football Supporters’ Association’s Women’s Trophy, as part of our pre-season friendly with Chester this Sunday.

It’s the first friendly of the summer, for Jason Jarrett’s side as he looks to assess the squad. 12 players have been retained from a very successful season for our Women’s side. Click here to view the retained list.

Off the field, this weekend our fixtures are dedicated to our Month of Action in support of Mind, the national mental health charity, aimed at promoting mental wellbeing and reducing the stigma around mental health issues.

All proceeds from these matches will go directly to support the work of Mind at a local level, helping them provide essential services and support to those in our community who need it most.
FSA Women’s Trophy
The inaugural FSA Women’s Trophy was launched in 2023, and runs alongside the long-standing Brian Lomax Trophy and FSA Shield games in the men’s game. All three trophies celebrate football club community-ownership.


The introduction of the fixture stemmed from a project called ‘Nevertheless, She Persisted’ which was a commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the ban on women’s football, as well as the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the lifting of the ban.


The project saw two fixtures (one in the South and one in the North) take place between four community-owned women’s teams (Enfield Town Women v Grays Athletic Women and FC United of Manchester Women v Clapton CFC) back in the summer of 2021.


The current holders are Clapton CFC Women, who beat Enfield Town 3-1 at the Dave Bryant Stadium last July, which meant they retained the title having beaten FC United of Manchester in 2023.
Richard Irving, Network Manager at the FSA said:
Our women’s first team play in the North West Women’s Regional League Premier Division, whilst Chester play in Division 1 South of the same league.
Deborah Dilworth, head of women’s football at the FSA added:
On the Day & In the Ground
Our Matchday @ Gigg guide is available to read to find out everything you need to know going on in and around the ground.

Tickets are still on sale via our ticketing page on our website. Turnstiles will be open from 1pm. Pay on the day is also available.
Match Coverage & Live Stream
If you are unable to make it to the action at Gigg Lane, we’ll have all the live coverage across our media platforms.
Social Media: Our team will also bring you in-depth text commentary via the club ‘MatchDay Live‘ X/Twitter feed, with team news and half time and full time updates available also on Facebook and feel like you are there with our match galleries and imagery available over on Instagram.
Whatever the weather, wherever you are across the globe, we have you covered.
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Pre Season Match Info: Chester FC (H), Sat 12th Jul, 3pm KO

Our first Men’s first team game at Gigg Lane since our promotion party back in April is upon us, as we welcome National League North side Chester this Saturday.

It’s our second friendly of the summer, after a 1-1 draw against Atherton LR last weekend, Kai Evans scored his first goal after his off-season arrival from Nantwich Town.

Dave McNabb brought a 23-man squad to Crilly Park, with four trialists being a part of the action. This game will offer another opportunity for minutes in their legs for the players.

Off the field, this weekend our fixtures are dedicated to our Month of Action in support of Mind, the national mental health charity, aimed at promoting mental wellbeing and reducing the stigma around mental health issues.

All proceeds from these matches will go directly to support the work of Mind at a local level, helping them provide essential services and support to those in our community who need it most.

Our Women’s First Team take on Chester this Sunday, playing for the Football Supporters Association Community-Owned Women’s Cup
In Opposition – Chester
This is the opening friendly for Callum McIntyre’s side, who missed out on promotion to the National League after losing in the play-off final to S¿¿¿¿horpe United, after the Seals finished fourth in the table during the regular season.


They have reached the playoffs in two of the last three seasons and will be looking to go one step further in 2025/26 season.


This afternoon will be the first time since March 2009 that Chester have visited Gigg Lane. Read more here on the history of the two clubs.
On the Day & In the Ground
Our Matchday @ Gigg guide is available to read to find out everything you need to know going on in and around the ground.

Tickets are still on sale via our ticketing page on our website.

Starkies will be open at the normal time of 12.30pm for supporters to access from the Manchester Road End entrance before kick-off. This will be on a first-come, first-served basis up to capacity, which will be managed on the door. Starkies will remain open throughout the game (for those in the main stand only) as well as after the game.

Food vendors will also be available in the car park pre-match, including Jacket Potato van ‘Get Stuffed’ and a burger van. This food can be taken into the stadium if you wish to do so.
Match Coverage & Live Stream
If you are unable to make it to the action at Gigg Lane, we’ll have all the live coverage across our media platforms.
Live Stream: For this game, we will have no live stream. Keep up-to-date with all our video content via the club’s YouTube Channel. Click to subscribe and never miss highlights and match reaction across the season.
Audio Commentary: Roch Valley Radio will be providing commentary for this game. Join the team from the press box at Gigg Lane. Click here ahead of kick-off to listen live. Audio commentary will be provided for every game of the season, so you will never miss a piece of the action.
Social Media: Our team will also bring you in-depth text commentary via the club ‘MatchDay Live‘ Twitter feed, with team news and half time and full time updates available also on Facebook and feel like you are there with our match galleries and imagery available over on Instagram.
Whatever the weather, wherever you are across the globe, we have you covered.
Up the Shakers!
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Sixteen years later: Bury hosts Chester

We welcome Chester FC back to Gigg Lane after a gap of sixteen years for this afternoon’s friendly match. 

The two clubs have met each other in various competitions on sixty-five occasions, so let’s take a look as some of those meetings.


FIRST EVER GAME between the two clubs came immediately after World War Two began. The 1939/40 Football League season had been abandoned after just three games were played and clubs were arranging friendly games in order to give the public some relief from the conflict. On December 16, 1939 the Shakers travelled to Sealand Road and won a goal-filled game 4-3.


THE FIRST FOOTBALL LEAGUE GAME came during the 1957/8 campaign, Bury’s solitary season in Division Three North, with the two clubs meeting on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. With ex-Shaker Stan Pearson in the Seals’ line-up, Chester (in 22nd place) beat Bury (in 2nd place) 2-1 at Gigg Lane and earned a 0-0 draw at Chester.


MOST GOALS IN A GAME was the 4-4 draw at Sealand Road in December 1987, when the Shakers scored twice in the closing three minutes through Peter Valentine and Liam Robinson to claim an unlikely point.


MOST GOALS BY ONE PLAYER stands at 4, with Andy Bishop scoring four for Bury in his 8 league and cup games against today’s visitors.  For Chester, Gary Bennett and a certain Ryan Lowe also each scored 4 goals against Bury, with Ryan claiming a last gasp 90th minute equaliser in the 1-1 draw at Gigg Lane in March 2009 – the very last Football League game between the two clubs.


SENT OFF players versus Chester stand at four for Bury, Chris Lucketti, Colin Woodthorpe, Andy Bishop and Ryan Cresswell.  Les Steele is the only Chester player to be dismissed – for celebrating his second goal in the FA Cup game in December 2006 at Gigg by jumping into the visiting fans and earning a second yellow card.
Our club record vs Chester can be seen below:
THE LAST TWO FRIENDLY MEETINGS


Saturday 21 July 2018      Chester 0  Bury 1           Attendance: 746.

Goal Scorer: Bury: Gold Omotayo 49’

Chester:  Shenton, Moran, Pritchard, Burton (c) (Murray), Grand, Howson (Downes), Smalley (Thomson), Stopforth (Trialist C), Trialist A (Trialist B), Roberts (Hughes), Mooney (Brown).
Sub not used: Trialist (GK).


Bury: Murphy (Hudson), Stokes (McFadzean), Cooney (Dai), Thompson, O’Connell (Nyaupembe), Mayor (Omotayo), Dagnall (Sang), Aimson (Adams), Danns (Williams), Archer (Shotton), Styles (Dawson (Whelan)).
Sub not used: Miller.
Saturday 17 July 2021      Chester 4  Bury AFC 2           Attendance: 437.

Goal Scorers: Chester:  George Glendon 48’, Matty Williams 63’ Harrison Burke 75’, James Hardy 89’ Bury: Jonno Hunt 51’, Scott Metcalfe 68’

Chester:  Gray, Roberts, Cowan (Livesey 46’), Grand (Williams), Morgan (Trialist 52’), Johnston (Hardy 46’),Glendon, Weeks (Clark 52’), Oyibo (Burke 67’), Dudley (Marsh-Hughes 52’), Stephenson (Waring 52’)


Bury AFC: Atkinson (Wilczynski), Williams (Trialist 85’), Metcalfe, Brazel, Hunt (Trialist 85’), Ibrahim, Gilboy, Holt (Trialist 46’), Greaves (McWilliam 85’), Daniels (Downing 85’), Hughes.
Subs not used: Obasoto, Trialist, Lent, Trialist.

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Match Sponsor Packages Now Available – Bury FC vs Wigan Athletic (Pre-Season Friendly)

Bury Football Club is delighted to announce our match sponsorship package is now available for our upcoming pre-season friendly against Wigan Athletic XI, taking place at Gigg Lane.

Date: Tuesday 29th July, 7:45pm K.O.
Venue: Gigg Lane, Bury
Opponent: Wigan Athletic XI

This is a fantastic opportunity for local businesses or supporters to show their backing for the club while gaining valuable exposure in front of our loyal fanbase.

Match Sponsor Package Includes:
VIP hospitality in ‘The 1885 Suite’ for up to 6 guests Pre-match meal and half-time refreshments Company branding in matchday communications and across social media PA announcements during the game Speak with the Manager post-match Opportunity to choose and present the Player of the Match award Whether you’re looking to promote your brand, reward staff or clients, or simply enjoy a memorable matchday experience, this is a perfect way to support your club.

Spaces are limited – don’t miss your chance to be part of our journey as we build toward an exciting new season!

Email commercial@buryfc.co.uk for more information

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Treasureline: Week 7

This week’s Treasureline Winners for Week 7 – 9th July 2025 are in! The rollover this week was £1500 and remember it can reach up to a life-changing £10,000!!

Want to be part of it? Join here
PrizeDraw No.Members Name£1500 RolloverNA1781NO WINNER£1000NA2834R JAMES£100LK6906B WHITELOW£50LA1060MR SHINGLER£50RR4675J JACKSON£25PA4768H STORAH£25RS5992P BURKE£10HM2787S WADSWORTH£10LN1887J WOOD£10HD6181I WILSON£10HA0469D POWELL£10NE2812L VENABLES£10LK3814S BRADSHAW£10NA1216K BAKER£10HA3742A BELCHER£10HJ5911C HENRY£10HD6467D RAWDING Bury FC is a partner of NYCDA and a beneficiary of the NYCDA Weekly Draw. Gambling Commission account number 5166. Registered Office: 1-2 Frecheville Court, Bury, BL9 0UF. Responsible Person: Mr M Brocklehurst. For more information, please visit www.nycdaweeklydraw.co.uk/treasureline.



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New Additions to Dave McNabb’s coaching staff

Ahead of tomorrow’s pre-season opener at Atherton LR, Dave McNabb has added two new members to his backroom staff, with Craig Carney and Josh Porter joining the existing management team

Carney, who joins as First Team coach, is no stranger to non-league, having turned out for clubs such as Lancaster City, Marine, FC United of Manchester and Warrington Town throughout his playing career. The former midfield maestro ended last season at Northern Premier League West champions Widnes, and turn out against Bury for Avro in the Shakers FA Cup victory at the Vestacre Stadium.

Porter joins the staff as Strength & Conditioning coach, having spent the last two seasons working at Wrexham with the academy.

Welcome to Bury Craig and Josh.

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Deadline Extended: Season Ticket Holder Discount on Pre-Season Match Tickets!

Good news, Shakers! We have agreed with our partners at Ticketco to extend the deadline for season ticket holders to claim their exclusive discount on pre-season match tickets!

You now have until Wednesday 9th July to take advantage of this special offer and show your support as we gear up for an exciting new season at Gigg Lane. Anyone buying a season ticket between 1st July 2025 and Wednesday 9th July 2025 will receive their exclusive discount code by Thursday 10th July to purchase their pre-season tickets ahead of the first home friendly against Chester.

Discount applies to all pre-season fixtures (Except the NWCFL Cup against Charnock Richard)

Available only to 2024/25 season ticket holders

Claim before the new deadline to save on matchday prices!

Discounts cannot be applied on the gate, the only way to secure your season ticket holder discount is to purchase your season ticket before Wednesday 9th July to qualify for the discount code for pre-season matches.

Don’t miss this opportunity to back the lads and enjoy more football at a great price. Let’s pack the stands and build the momentum together!
CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR SEASON TICKETS NOW!



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Treasureline: Week 6

This week’s Treasureline Winners for Week 6 – 2nd July 2025 are in! The rollover this week was £1000 and remember it can reach up to a life-changing £10,000!!

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FA2181
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WB6367
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£50
BK0424
J METCALFE
£50
BR1745
M DRIVER
£25
NA2457
T BRADFORD
£25
NA5824
N CARTER
£10
LM4402
K BUTLER
£10
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R ODONI
£10
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£10
HC0401
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£10
LK5982
H JACKSON
£10
LM4705
M OXLEY
£10
PC6881
L BUTLER
£10
BC1538
J REGAN
£10
HJ5936
J FAIRBANK
£10
GP3221
R JONES
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Pre Season Match Info: Atherton LR (A), Sat 5th Jul, 2pm KO

The start of this first of eight pre-season friendlies is a big moment in the life of our new-look, fan-owned Bury FC. The amazing achievements of our 2024-25 season are now history, and the challenge is to do it all again.


Our squad is a good mix of established favourites who were with us at the end of last term and a handful of new lads who can’t wait to get started in a Bury shirt.


They all turned up for their first training session fit and raring to go, and have enjoyed the pre-season preparations – including the open training session during Saturday’s Family Day at Gigg Lane.


Manager Dave McNabb is looking to win all eight friendlies – a tall order, given some of the teams we’ll be up against. But we’re going for it, and need the fans to be part of it.


So please get behind the lads as we kick off the 2025-26 season at the Crilly Park.
In Opposition – Atherton LR

LR were NWCFL Division One North champions last season, so they take our place as we move up to the Northern Premier West Division.


Atherton’s title was part of a triple triumph which also included winning the Edward Case and First Division Champions Cup – quite a feat for the club and 25-year-old manager David Jones.


They also had a good run in the FA Vase and were the only northern club in the last 16, just three games away from Wembley.


The club was created in 1956 and it is 15 years since they last played in the NWCFL Premier Division.   
Admission & Tickets
This fixture is pay on the gate only. Adults – £6.00, Concessions – £3.00, Under 16s – Free with a paying adult.
Travel & Parking
Nearest Railway: Atherton Station – approx. 8-minute walk (0.4 miles) from the ground.

Nearest Bus Route to Ground: Take the 582 bus between Bolton and Leigh. Alight near Atherton Train Station and follow the route along Upton Road, over the railway bridge. Turn left onto Springfield Road, then left onto Hillside Avenue – walk for approx. 300m to reach the stadium

Driving: Take the M61 to Junction 5. Follow signs for Westhoughton, turn left onto the A6. At the first set of lights, turn right onto Newbrook Road. Turn right onto Upton Road, passing Atherton Central Station. Finally, turn left onto Spa Road

Parking Facilities: There is a medium-sized car park located directly outside the main gates at Crilly Park. Additional street parking is available in the surrounding area. Please do not park in front of the stadium gates or at the bus stop, and ensure you are parking respectfully in residential areas – especially not blocking any driveways. If you need any assistance with parking or directions on matchday, Atherton LR’s friendly volunteers will be on hand to help.

Ground Facilities: Gates at the SafeGasUK Stadium (Crilly Park) will open from 12PM, and the Clubhouse will be open from the same time for those to enjoy some pre-match drinks.

Live sport will also be shown in the clubhouse before kick-off, and it will remain open post-match for any fans wanting to stay a little longer.

A hot-food counter located just outside the pitchside area will be open, serving locally sourced and highly rated favourites including cheeseburgers and hot dogs.


#NonLeagueDogs: Atherton LR are a dog-friendly club, so supporters bringing their four-legged friends are welcome – just make sure all dogs are kept on a lead throughout the game.

Sat Nav Postcode: M46 9JX
Match Coverage & Live Stream
If you are unable to make the game, we’ll have all the live coverage across our media platforms.


Live Stream: For this game, we will have no live stream. Keep up-to-date with all our video content via the club’s YouTube Channel. Click to subscribe and never miss highlights and match reaction across the season.


Audio Commentary: For this pre-season friendly, Roch Valley Radio are unable to provide coverage. Each of the other friendlies, will have radio commentary.


Social Media: Our team will also bring you in-depth text commentary via the club ‘MatchDay Live‘ Twitter feed, with team news and half time and full time updates available also on Facebook and feel like you are there with our match galleries and imagery available over on Instagram.


Whatever the weather, wherever you are across the globe, we have you covered.


Up the Shakers!
#ShakersTogether | #BuryFC | #PartofIt
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