New CDO and Trustees

Bury Football Club is delighted to welcome Hannah Brindle as the club’s newly appointed Community Development Officer.

Hannah brings a strong academic and practical background to the role, holding a BSc in Fitness and Wellbeing, completed while playing and coaching in the United States, and an MA in Adult Education. Her experience working with a variety of community and wellbeing groups has equipped her with valuable insight into how sport can be used as a tool for education, inclusion and positive social change. Hannah will play a key role in expanding Bury FC’s community programmes, developing new initiatives to engage local residents, and strengthening the club’s commitment to promoting health, participation and lifelong learning across all sections of the community.

Furthermore, following an extensive recruitment and selection process, the Club is proud to announce the appointment of the inaugural Board of Trustees for Bury Football Club Community Sports Trust. The Trust will serve as the charitable arm of the club, dedicated to delivering programmes that promote health, education, inclusion and community engagement across Bury and the wider area. The appointed trustees bring a wealth of professional and community experience, each sharing a strong commitment to using sport as a vehicle for positive change. The newly appointed trustees are: Darren Bernstein (existing trustee), Abbey Barry, Roy Skelton, Mark Lomas, Jeremy Keeble, Sarah Porru, Phil Heap, Matt Peluch, Will Leach and Evonne Hitchen. Together, they will guide the Trust’s strategy, governance and impact as it works in partnership with local stakeholders to build a stronger, more connected community through football.

Casey Lynchey, Head of Operations and Community, said: “The establishment of the Community Sports Trust marks a significant milestone in our journey to strengthen the club’s role within the town. We are thrilled to welcome such a talented and passionate group of trustees who each bring unique expertise and a shared belief in the power of football to unite, inspire and make a lasting difference in people’s lives. We are equally excited to welcome Hannah Brindle to the team, whose energy, experience and community-focused approach will be instrumental in expanding our programmes and deepening our impact across Bury.”

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