Bury FC News

The Interim Board for the Football Supporters' Society of Bury would like to provide the following statement with regards an update of the ongoing election process.      The nomination period has now closed. All nominations have now been vetted to ensure they abide by the Elections Policy and Code of Conduct. As a result, we can now circulate the list of nominees and open the voting period as per the Election Policy. These will be issued separately to members by email from by Mi-Voice.  

On 8 November 2024 we confirmed the resignation of CEO and Club Secretary Neil Sears.  Neil’s contract of employment included a contractual notice period but we can now confirm that he will leave the club with immediate effect by mutual consent.   Neil has been absolutely integral in the delivery of several positive developments during his time at the club. The board acknowledges and thanks him for his hard work and commitment during his time with us and wishes him well for the fu

The club has today received the resignations of both Phil Young (FSSB Chair) and Marcel De Matas (FSSB Board Member & Football Chair). Phil will not stand for re-election in the upcoming Football Supporters Society of Bury (FSSB) elections and will depart the club after over four years as chair, of first Shakers Community, and then FSSB from 2023. In his time, the club has evolved from the very bottom of the football pyramid and he was the driving force behind the financial sustain

Following a meeting of the Football Board earlier this week, an interim chair has now been appointed. Current vice-chair Gareth Castick will assume the role, with support from all other members – Adam Ingram, Tania Jackson, Casey Lynchey, Jon Newby and Jon Wiggans alongside Interim Secretary Ian Coyle. Interim Chair of FSSB John Woodhead, will be assisting the football board in this transitional phase and will be present on any meetings held in this period. This group will continu

Looking for a premier venue to host your next game or training session? Look no further! Gigg Lane offers a brand new, state of the art 3G pitch that is perfect for all your footballing needs. One of the world’s oldest professional football stadiums, Gigg Lane has been home to Bury Football Club since it was built in 1885 and now it’s your chance to play on the pitch. Since the pitch installation was completed last month, we’ve started to see all 28 Bury FC adult, junior and community

Ahead of the big Boxing Day clash with Ramsbottom United, we are able to confirm access arrangements on the day. Advance Online tickets – Home & Away Supporters Home Supporters: Advanced tickets are available to purchase now for supporters in either the Main or South Stand providing ‘unreserved’ seating. Supporters should avoid sitting in ‘reserved’ seats which are allocated to Season Ticket holders. These tickets are selling well and will be available until sold out. Get y

It’s the big one – a local derby, with top position in the league again at stake. Our performance in beating Chadderton 5-2 away from home was a huge morale-booster for everyone at Gigg Lane.   But we face a tough battle to stay top. Ramsbottom are behind us only on goal difference and have a game in hand. Chadderton are only one point behind us, but have played one game more.   And breathing down the necks of all three top teams are Lower Breck, whose six victories in succession

Ticket sales for the first sightings of Bury at Gigg Lane on the 8th and 9th July, against Bradford City and Preston North End respectively, have gone well.   This has allowed us to prepare in advance and discuss our requirements with the various agencies concerned with supporter safety. As there is currently building work going on in the North (Main) Stand this will be closed other than for players and match officials for the friendly games, with work due to be complete for the start of

We are delighted to announce Brian Richardson has joined the club from FC United of Manchester. He joins the Shakers as Head of Recruitment, following the departure of Jimmy Holmes last week. The 73-year-old, Bury born, has been associated with FC United since 2019 where he’s held roles such as assistant manager, and more recently Director of Football for the men’s team. Richardson held roles on the touchline before this, having been manager at Prescot Cables for three years, as well as spel