Bury FC News

Cup matches carry their own kind of electricity, the anticipation, the noise, the sense that anything can happen. But long before the turnstiles click open and the floodlights hum into life, an enormous amount of work takes place across the club to make sure everything runs safely, smoothly and proudly in the Bury way.  The First Steps: Safety, Planning and Permissions  Once the draw is made, the countdown begins. With fewer than twelve days’ notice, the Club must estimate the likely crowd siz

After Kai Evans’ heroics saw The Shakers cruise to a 5-3 win midweek against Leek Town, we welcome Workington to Gigg Lane this Saturday. Anthony Johnson’s side will be hoping to further capitalise on our excellent home, where we remain unbeaten since August. Our opponents sit 7th in the league, two points above Bury, having played three more games. Workington have already visited Gigg Lane this season in the Second Qualifying Round of the FA Cup, where braces from Kai Evans and Momodou Toura

Dear Member, As outlined in our recent communications, the Society is moving its membership system to Fanbase over the next 12 months. We recognise that this rollout has caused some confusion, and we apologise for that. We are writing to provide further information about the transfer process, the expected timelines, and where members can obtain support if required. Fanbase is the same platform used for the Club’s digital ticketing and will make it easier for members to ma

After a string of cup fixtures, The Shakers return to league action under the lights against Leek Town. The Shakers resume sitting 12th in the table on 19 points, having played up to five games less than neighbouring teams. Our opposition sit in 16th, five points below Bury having played two more. Our last league game saw DJ Pedro’s late winner seal a 3-2 win away to Alfreton Town. In Opposition – Leek Town Formed in 1946, The Blues early years were defined by movement between, Staffordsh

In response to queries received from members, the below Questions & Answers fact sheet is provided: Q. Do I need to move to Fanbase immediately? No. All current paid-up Society memberships remain valid. Over the next 12 months, all members will be asked to move their membership to Fanbase, but most members do not need to take any immediate action. We will contact members as required throughout the migration process. Q. If I remain on the old membership system, can I still vote in the Board E

Our valiant FA Cup effort came to an end mid-week at Harrogate town, falling cruelly short of a FA Cup first round proper appearance for the first time since the 2018/19 season. But as one door closes another opens for The Shakers, with Prescot Cables visiting Gigg Lane in the FA Trophy First Round this weekend. The first in a run of four consecutive home games, Antony Johnson’s side will be hoping to make the most of our excellent home form against a side a division below. Our opposition cur

Bury FC are delighted to announce the signing of midfielder/forward Ryley Smith from Northern Premier League side Avro. The Bury-born player arrives at Gigg Lane having previously represented Trafford, as well as spending time at Blackpool, where he completed a scholarship. Capable of operating in midfield or further forward, Smith adds another option to Anthony Johnson’s squad as the Shakers continue their Northern Premier League Premier Division campaign. Smith has enjoyed a productive star

Dear Members, Please find attached important information relating to the 2026 AGM and Board Elections. Final Pre-Announcement for 2026 AGM and ElectionDownload AGM CALLING NOTICE 17 DEC 26Download Nomination-form-for-Board-Election (26)Download RD_FSSB._Board_Member_[15377]Download Final FSSB AGM 18122025 MinutesDownload Election-Policy-Revised-July-2025_261019_100008Download View the full article

After a successful start to the Play It Safe programme, funded by the NPL Trident Community Foundation, the Bury FC Community Sports Trust would like to provide an update on the progress made so far. The Play It Safe programme, which began this summer, has completed six successful sessions so far, with over 15 participants getting involved. As the programme reaches its halfway point, we look forward to building on this positive start and welcoming even more young people in the coming weeks. Pl