Bury FC News

We were thankful to our superb volunteer team of sellers prior to Christmas, for setting up the pop-up shop in the old Main Stand ticket office. These Tuesday and Thursday afternoon opening times allowed Shakers supporters the chance to grab their last minute stocking-fillers! After the Christmas rush, the Club Shop opening times have been confirmed for the next few weeks:   Thursday Afternoons (12noon – 3pm) From 2 hours before kick-off prior to all home games at Gigg Lane

Bury Football Club has been informed by Manchester FA that an independent committee has decided that due to the offensive comments made by two supporters during our game against West Didsbury and Chorlton in September, we should be forced to play our next two home games behind closed doors. We reported the incident at the time, and provided video and other evidence to the police to assist their enquiries at some considerable cost to the club. We have not disputed the claims made. The indivi

Following a North West Counties Football League Management Committee meeting held on 6th September 2023, we have been notified of the League’s intention to fine the club £100 and deduct three points for fielding a player contracted to another club. The club disputes this and is in the process of appealing to the Football Association. No sanctions will take effect until the appeal has been heard. We know supporters will be severely disappointed to learn that we might lose hard earned po

Bury Football Club can confirm the departure of Lead Physiotherapist Aidan Bowe due to personal reasons. Aidan has been on the journey for 5 years and has been involved in the treatment and rehabilitation of a number of players. The club would like to place on record their thanks to Aidan and wish him well for the future. View the full article

We have received various reports over the last few weeks of discriminatory language used at our Men’s first-team matches. Our message is simple. Discriminatory language has no place in our club. Our Safeguarding & Welfare Officer, Tania Jackson said: “Football is for everyone. Discriminatory language has no place in our club. If you hear it please report it.   “Let’s create a respectful, inclusive environment where everybody feels welcome.” If you wish to contact Tania

This week we informed the FENIX Trophy organisers of our intentions to withdraw from the competition. Following discussions amongst the board & management team, it was felt that our recent cup successes coupled with the Finnish weather, it would be difficult to arrange a date before the first round concludes in December. We understand that this might come as a disappointment to supporters, but we have taken this decision in the best interest of the football club. View the full

Over the last few weeks, the club have been working with Greater Manchester Police (GMP) on identifying the individuals who firstly invaded the pitch after the equalising goal was scored, and secondly those who were shown to be fighting with each other and this was portrayed on social media during our Play-off Final at Ericstan Park in early May. We are now able to provide you with a further update, following our statements last month. As a club, we wish to again re-iterate that this beh

Bury Football Club can confirm the cancellation of Monday’s NWCFL Champions Cup fixture against Charnock Richard. A request was made to push the fixture back by 24 hours, resulting in the NWCFL’s unilateral decision to cancel the game. The refunding of tickets has begun. TicketCo can take up to 30 days to issue refunds during busy times. Tuesday’s friendly against Cheadle Town will go ahead as planned. The club will make no further comment. View the full article

We are delighted to announce Tony Cunningham as our new club secretary. Tony joins us after nearly 25 years at nearby Ramsbottom United. He started out as the club’s PA man, carried out numerous roles including club secretary – a position he’s held at the club since 2013. Prior to his involvement at the Riverside Stadium, he’d spent time at Mossley & Rossendale United.  He also has a close affinity to Gigg Lane, supporting the Shakers throughout his life, first coming to a game in 1957,