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We are delighted to announce the signing of defender Bailey Sloane ahead of the busy Christmas period. He came through youth football with the Shakers before moving on to AFC Fylde, when the club was expelled from the EFL in 2019. Early spells with clubs such as Bury AFC, Chester and Avro helped him adapt to the physical and tactical demands of the adult game. In 2021, Bailey earned a move to Accrington Stanley, marking an important step into the EFL environment. Although he did not make a league appearance for the club, loan spells with teams including AFC Telford United and Radcliffe provided valuable match experience and continued development. Following his release from Accrington, he joined Farsley Celtic in 2024, where he enjoyed his most regular run of first-team football to date in the National League North. Playing mainly at left-back, he made a strong impression with his physical presence, versatility and defensive reliability. In early 2025, he moved to Marine AFC, continuing to gain senior experience before leaving the club later in the year for personal reasons. Interim manager, Tim Lees, said: “Bailey is an excellent player who can play left back or left-sided centre back. Aggressive, defensively very good 1v1 and extremely comfortable on the ball. He brings experience playing much higher and will fit perfectly with how we want to play.” Sloane becomes the first player to feature for the club pre-2019, for Bury AFC and Bury FC since our return to Gigg Lane in 2023. He will be available for selection for our Boxing Day clash against Clitheroe at Gigg Lane. Boxing Day Tickets View the full article

Christmas Giving Week at Bury FC saw the club give back to the local community through a series of festive visits and activities. Throughout the week, the club came together to spread Christmas cheer, support local groups, and strengthen our community connections. The week began on Monday with players and Peeler delivering Christmas gifts to Bury Ballers, bringing smiles to young participants while engaging with the next generation of footballers in a fun and festive setting. On Tuesday, the celebrations continued with a visit to partnership club Unsworth Juniors FC. Players and Peeler handed out matchday tickets and spent time with grassroots players, reinforcing the importance of supporting local football and inspiring young people within the game. Wednesday saw a special Sporting Memories session, where former Bury FC players Jason Jarrett and Wayne Entwistle joined participants for an afternoon of storytelling, questions and shared football memories. The session provided a meaningful opportunity to reconnect through the power of sport and shared experiences. The focus turned to spreading Christmas joy and companionship on Thursday, as the team visited Bankfield Residential Care Home. Players spent time chatting with residents and staff, helping to bring warmth and festive spirit to all involved. Christmas Giving Week concluded on Friday with a visit to Fairfield Hospital, where players handed out presents and spent time with patients and hardworking healthcare staff, offering moments of joy and appreciation during the festive season. Christmas Giving Week highlighted our ongoing commitment to supporting the local community, demonstrating that the club’s impact extends far beyond the pitch. Photo Gallery: Christmas Giving Week View the full article

Boxing Day football returns to Gigg Lane as we welcome Clitheroe in what promises to be a competitive festive encounter. With a big holiday crowd expected and momentum at stake as the season enters a crucial phase, the Shakers will be looking to make home advantage count against a first-time Lancashire opponent. After the excitement of Christmas, attention turns back to the pitch, where three points on Boxing Day could set the tone for the remainder of the campaign. Last time out, we made it two wins from two under Tim Lees with a deserved 1–0 victory away at Newcastle Town. Rustam Stepans’ first-half penalty proved decisive. Despite the narrow scoreline, Bury dominated throughout, creating a host of chances and rarely being troubled at the other end, with a composed defensive display, including an impressive debut from Luke Tabone, ensuring all three points were safely secured. In Opposition – Clitheroe Clitheroe are in their 22nd straight season at Step 4 in the Northern Premier League West. Founded in 1877, the club’s long history eventually settled at Shawbridge in the 1920s, with notable success in the Lancashire Combination and later national recognition through FA Vase runs, including a Wembley final in the 1990s. Sean McConville’s impact has renewed optimism that the Blues can push forward as they enter their second century at Shawbridge. 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. Read more here about Enhanced Safety Measures at Gigg Lane that have been introduced in recent weeks. Tickets are still on sale via our ticketing page on our website. Pay on the gate will also be available. It is recommended that supporters purchase tickets online where possible to ease the queues at the gate. 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. Matchday Media Coverage 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: This fixture will be live streamed around the world, as it falls outside the UEFA blocked hours. Click here to purchase your ticket from early on Wednesday morning. Season Ticket Holders receive FREE access as part of their purchase, by entering their 5-letter reference code from their ticket into the Promo Code box. Once entered and the discount applied, follow the steps to purchase as usual. This code will only work once per game. 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! View the full article

Ready to try football for the first time — at your own pace? Join our FREE 12-week Walking Football programme for women aged 30+, at Gigg Lane, the home of Bury FC! If you’ve ever wanted to give football a go but didn’t know where to start, this is your moment. Walk This Way is designed especially for women who are new to the game — no running, no pressure, just plenty of laughs, support, and a great sense of team spirit. Starts: Friday 16th January 2026
 Time: 5-6pm 
 Venue: Gigg Lane, Bury FC Who: Women beginners aged 30+ (no experience needed!) Places: Limited to 20 spaces – first come, first served What’s included: * Learn to play football in a fun, welcoming environment * Enjoy slow-paced games perfect for all fitness levels * Make new friends and take part in social events * Receive a free Bury FC training top and a Bury FC match ticket * Celebrate your success at the end with a certificate and presentation event! Sign up today and Walk This Way – where football, friendship, and fun come together at Gigg Lane! https://forms.office.com/e/9B69sbVmT9?origin=lprLink This initiative is supported by Bury VCFA View the full article

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Thank you for your continued support of the club. Bury FC is a community, fan-owned football club competing in the Northern Premier League West. #BuryFC | #PartOfIt

Thank you for your continued support of the club. Bury FC is a community, fan-owned football club competing in the Northern Premier League West. #BuryFC | #PartOfIt

Thank you for your continued support of the club. Bury FC is a community, fan-owned football club competing in the Northern Premier League West. #BuryFC | #PartOfIt

Bury FC are pleased to confirm the arrival of defender Luke Tabone, who has joined the Club on a 28-day loan from Southport. The commanding centre-back adds further depth and experience to the Shakers’ defence. Standing at 6ft 4in, Tabone brings a strong physical presence, aerial ability and leadership qualities at the heart of the backline. The 27-year-old boasts valuable experience at both club and international levels. He has represented the Maltese National Team, first receiving a call-up in March 2023 for UEFA European Championship qualifiers against North Macedonia and Italy, and making the matchday squad against North Macedonia. Tabone went on to make his senior international debut in June 2024, coming on as a second-half substitute against Greece. Tabone began his football journey in the youth ranks of Nadur Youngsters on the island of Gozo in Malta, before spending time in the academy system at Burnley. He later returned to Nadur Youngsters in 2018, where he made his senior debut and continued his development. In 2023, he moved to Haverfordwest County, playing his part in a historic campaign for the Welsh side. That season saw the club achieve their highest-ever points tally in a 12-team Cymru Premier, as well as secure qualification for the UEFA Conference League. Luke joined Southport in June 2025, following his spell with Haverfordwest County, and has gone on to make eight appearances for the Sandgrounders. He now links up with the Shakers on a short-term basis and will be looking to make an immediate impact during his time at Gigg Lane. Everyone at the Club would like to welcome Luke to Bury FC and wish him the best during his loan spell. View the full article

Our trip to Newcastle Town begins the busy Christmas period of four games in 14 days. Tim Lees will lead the team to Stoke on Trent this weekend, as it was confirmed this week, he will lead the Shakers for the rest of the season. The Shakers picked up a 2-1 victory last time out against Mossley, taking an early lead before being pegged back in an end-to-end first half. Chances came at both ends, with Shakers repeatedly going close. Persistence paid off late on as Gavin Massey’s close-range header sealed all three points. Newcastle Town are without a win in five games, and come into this one off the back of a 5-0 defeat at the hands of Bootle. In Opposition – Newcastle Town Newcastle Town have played consistently at this level since the 2010/11 season, after their league title win in the North West Counties League and reached the playoff semi-finals in their debut season. Across the last four seasons, they’ve finished between 14th & 16th. The club reached the semi-finals of the FA Vase in the 1999/2000 season. Admission & TicketsSupporters can pay on the gate or purchase tickets online. Travel & ParkingAddress: Newcastle Town FC, Buckmaster Ave, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stoke-on-Trent ST5 3BX Match Coverage & Live StreamIf 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: Roch Valley Radio will be providing commentary for this game. 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! #BuryFC | #bfc140View the full article

Bury FC is proud to celebrate a fantastic achievement for Casey Lynchey, Head of Community and Women’s Football, who was selected as a prize winner through the FA Reward and Recognition Scheme. As part of the award, Casey was given the opportunity to play on the pitch at Wembley Stadium and to nominate a fellow coach to share the experience. With more than 75 coaches across the club, Casey faced a difficult decision and ultimately selected Carla Jenkinson, Comets Coach, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the Comets programme. Speaking about the experience, Casey said: The FA Reward and Recognition Scheme celebrates individuals who go above and beyond to support grassroots football, and this experience is a fitting reward for the commitment and impact shown by both Casey and Carla. View the full article

Please see below our reception opening times over the next two weeks at Bury Football Club: Week beginning, Monday 22nd Dec: Monday 22 Dec: CLOSED Tuesday 23 Dec: 9:00am – 1:00pm Wednesday 24 Dec: CLOSED (Club closed) Thursday 25 Dec: CLOSED (Club closed) Friday 26 Dec: CLOSED Week beginning, Monday 29th Dec: Monday 29 Dec: 10:00am – 12:00pm Tuesday 30 Dec: 9:00am – 1:00pm Wednesday 31 Dec: 1:00pm – 5:00pm Thursday 1 Jan: CLOSED Friday 2 Jan: 10:15am – 2:00pm Club Shop Opening Times: Tuesday 23 Dec: 12:00pm – 3:00pm & Tuesday 30 Dec: 12:00pm – 3:00pm. Open for normal matchday hours on Boxing Day. Thank you for your understanding, and we wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! View the full article

Bury Football Club can confirm that Tim Lees will step up into the role of First Team Manager on an interim basis until the end of the 2025/26 season. Tim has been a highly valued member of the club’s football staff and brings continuity, commitment, and a deep understanding of the club’s values and ambitions. His appointment ensures stability as the team continues its work on and off the pitch for the remainder of the campaign. Tim will be supported by Sam Ashton, who will play a key role within the first team setup and provide additional experience and continuity during this interim period. Lees stated on his appointment: The club will now take time to carefully assess all available options as part of a thorough process to appoint a permanent First Team Manager ahead of the 2026/27 season. This approach will allow the club to plan strategically for the future while maintaining focus on current objectives. Everyone at Bury Football Club would like to congratulate Tim on his appointment and wish both him every success in the role. The club would also like to thank supporters for their continued backing as we move forward together. View the full article

Members of our Bury FC grassroots teams, bury ballers and Junior Shakers, enjoyed a special night out at the theatre as they attended the Bury Pantomime at the Met on Tuesday 9th December. Everyone really enjoyed watching a special Bury themed Pied Piper of Hamelin. Players, coaches and families enjoyed an evening full of laughter, music and festive fun, with the panto proving a huge hit among everyone in attendance. For many, it was their first time visiting The Met, making the evening even more memorable. Bury FC would like to thank The Met for their warm welcome and continued support and partnership. We are proud to be able to offer opportunities like this to our young members and look forward to creating many more shared experiences for our shakers in the future. For more information on when you can catch the show visit The Met’s website here: The Pied Piper of Hamelin | The Met View the full article

Players, staff, and everyone’s favourite mascot, Peeler the Dog, will be out and about delivering gifts, match tickets, and festive fun this week. The week began last night with a visit to Bury Ballers, where the team joined our young players. Today, the Shakers head over to our partnership club Unsworth FC, sharing the spirit of the season with local grassroots players. Wednesday brings a special Sporting Memories Session, with ex-players Jason Jarrett and Wayne Entwistle joining the group for a Q&A. On Thursday, the team will visit their neighbours at Bankfield Residential Care Home, spreading warmth and joy with residents and staff. The week concludes on Friday with a heartwarming trip to Fairfield Hospital, where players will hand out presents and spend time with patients and healthcare workers. From football pitches to hospital wards, the Shakers are celebrating kindness, community, and everything that makes Bury FC special this Christmas. View the full article

We can confirm that Reece Kendall has departed Gigg Lane to join NCEFL side Tadcaster. We wish Reece all the best at his new club. Reece passed on the following message to share with the Shakers fans: View the full article

Bury Football Club can confirm that Michael Jolley has today been relieved of his duties as First Team Manager by mutual consent. The Board recognises the strength of feeling expressed in recent days by supporters, staff, partners and players, and the very real impact the Board’s decision to appoint Michael has had on individuals connected to the Club. Assistant manager Tim Lees will continue to manage the team on an interim basis while the Board undertakes a wider review of club operations. We will also be engaging directly with players, staff and stakeholders to listen, learn and ensure that appropriate support is available. Our immediate priority is the welfare of our people and the stability of the Club and our community. We believe this step is necessary to help restore confidence, create space for reflection, and allow Bury FC to move forward in a way that reflects our values and responsibilities. Bury Football Club remains committed to acting with integrity, transparency and respect. Further updates will be shared when appropriate. Michael Jolley said: “I do not wish my presence to deter the board from its mission of returning the club to its rightful place in the EFL. “I would like to wish the board, the players, and the supporters, the very best for the future, and hope the club can continue its journey back to where it belongs.” Ends View the full article

Highlights are brought to you by Autosave Ltd, Proud sponsors of Bury Football Club. Thank you for your continued support of the club. Bury FC is a community, fan-owned football club competing in the Northern Premier League West #BuryFC | #partofit

Thank you for your continued support of the club. Bury FC is a community, fan-owned football club competing in the Northern Premier League West. #BuryFC | #PartOfIt

Thank you for your continued support of the club. Bury FC is a community, fan-owned football club competing in the Northern Premier League West. #BuryFC | #PartOfIt

Thank you for your continued support of the club. Bury FC is a community, fan-owned football club competing in the Northern Premier League West. #BuryFC | #PartOfIt

We’re thrilled to confirm that Michael Jolley has been appointed Men’s First Team Manager at Bury Football Club following an extensive application and interview process. Michael brings a wealth of coaching expertise and a fresh, ambitious vision to our club. A Cambridge University graduate with an MA in Economics and a UEFA Pro Licence, the highest coaching qualification in Europe, he combines tactical insight with a deep understanding of player development. A Proven Coaching JourneyMichael began his coaching career in 2004 and has worked across some respected academies and clubs, including roles with Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest, Lincoln City, Crewe Alexandra and a significant spell at Burnley, where he led the Under-23s and helped nurture young talent. Managerial Experience Across EuropeMichael’s first senior managerial role came in Sweden with AFC Eskilstuna, where he took charge in the Allsvenskan, the top professional division in Sweden. He then returned to England with Grimsby Town, steering the club through tough League Two battles before taking over as First Team Manager at Barrow. More recently, Michael has broadened his horizons with managerial experience abroad, including a stint with Vélez CF in Spain’s Segunda Federación. What This Means for Bury FCAs we embark on the next chapter, Michael’s blend of strategic expertise, coaching pedigree, and global management experience makes him the right leader to inspire our squad and unite our supporters. His ambition aligns with our club’s values, building success from the grassroots up and playing football with heart and intelligence. First Words From Michael Please join us in welcoming Michael Jolley to Bury FC! 🔵

Shakers Wrapped: Bury FC’s 2025 reach in numbers. 75,000+ fans through the turnstiles, 65m impressions on social media, 23,000 hours of Bury FC content consumed. See our 2025 Shakers Wrapped. Want to be #PartOfIt? Contact commercial@buryfc.co.uk. View the full article