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Owen Robinson Signs New Bury FC Contract

We are delighted to confirm that midfielder Owen Robinson has signed a new contract with Bury Football Club.

The 23-year-old joined The Shakers in May 2025 from Marine has since established himself as an important member of the squad at Gigg Lane.


During his first season with The Shakers, following a pre-season injury, Robinson made 18 league appearances, scoring three goals and providing four assists as Bury secured the Northern Premier League West title.

The Liverpool-born midfielder has carried that form into the 2026/27 season, making 12 appearances across all competitions so far, scoring three goals and registering two assists.

He has already found the net against Ilkeston Town, Wythenshawe and Emley AFC, while also providing assists in the victories over Wythenshawe and Emley.

In total, Robinson has made 30 competitive appearances for The Shakers across the two seasons, scoring six goals and registering six assists.
Manager Anthony Johnson expressed his delight at securing Robinson’s future at Gigg Lane.

Robinson added: “It’s an amazing feeling to extend my deal at the club.

Prior to joining Bury, Robinson began his career at AFC Fylde before moving to Sunderland. He has also enjoyed loan spells at Warrington Rylands, Lancaster City and Bootle. We look forward to seeing Owen continue his development in a Bury shirt!
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Leek Town Fixture Postponed

We can confirm that Tuesday evening’s Northern Premier League fixture against Leek Town at Gigg Lane has been postponed.


The fixture, originally scheduled for Tuesday 13th October, will now be rearranged, with a new date to be announced in due course.


We would like to thank the Northern Premier League and Leek Town for their understanding and cooperation in agreeing to our postponement request.


Further details regarding the rearranged fixture will be communicated as soon as they are confirmed.
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Match Info: Alfreton Town (A), Sat 10th October, 3pm KO

After a disappointing 1-0 loss mid-week to Stockton Town, we stay on the road as we make the trip to Alfreton Town.


Our first defeat in seven came in late fashion, with Anthony Johnson’s men hoping to regroup ahead of our 194-mile round trip.


We resume sitting 10th in the table, with the opposition sit two points ahead in 8th having played two more games than the Shakers.


In Opposition – Alfreton Town
Alfreton Town were formed in 1959 following a merger between Alfreton Miners Welfare and Alfreton United Football Clubs.


Despite not picking any silverware up, the side ushered in their most successful season in 2008/09, reaching the FA cup second round proper and narrowly missing out on promotion.


The 2022/23 season saw Alfreton reach the playoffs of the National League North, where they were beaten by Kidderminster Harriers.


The club announced new ownership in the 2025/26 season, with Will Rush taking over from Wayne Bradley, who was chairman from 1997.
Admission & Tickets
Secure your tickets in advance: https://ticketpass.org/event/ESHKNS/alfreton-town-fc-v-bury


Adult: £13, 65 & over £8, 16-21 year olds/students £8, Under 15s £3.


Segregation will be in place, with Bury FC supporters entering via Alma Street.
Travel & Parking
Address: Impact Arena Stadium North Street Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7FZ

Parking: Parking is limited, and supporters are encouraged to arrive early and use nearby public car parks wherever possible. Unfortunately, there is no general parking available inside the stadium on matchdays, other than for club officials and those with prior permission. Click here for more information.

Travel: Supporters travelling to the Impact Arena can arrive by car, by train to Alfreton Station, by local bus services, or on foot from the town centre, read more for full directions and travel details.



Match Coverage & Live Stream
If 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

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Emirates FA Cup Tie Against Harrogate Town Selected for BBC Coverage

We can confirm that our Emirates FA Cup Fourth Qualifying Round tie against Harrogate Town on Saturday 17th October 2026 has been selected for television coverage on BBC Red Button and BBC iPlayer.


As a result of the fixture being selected for broadcast, kick-off at Gigg Lane will now take place at 12:30pm.


The occasion promises to be another memorable FA Cup day at Salford Van Hire Stadium, with the Shakers looking to book their place in the First Round Proper.


Supporters attending the game should, however, be aware of a number of important changes to our usual matchday arrangements as a result of the BBC television broadcast and the regulations which apply to this fixture.


Matchday Timings

With the earlier kick-off time, our matchday opening times will also change.


Hospitality areas will open from 10am, with turnstiles opening at 11am ahead of the 12:30pm kick-off.


We strongly encourage all supporters to arrive at Gigg Lane in good time. The earlier kick-off, combined with the anticipated attendance and changes to areas of the stadium, may result in a busier than usual build-up to the game. Supporters are encouraged to book in advance on Fanbase to make entry to the ground as smooth as possible. Remember, there are no hidden fees with Fanbase!


South Stand Changes

The South Stand will be significantly affected by the requirements of the BBC’s broadcast operation, with a television scaffold being installed within the stand to accommodate the coverage of the fixture.


As a result, Blocks E and F will be fully closed for this game.


There will also be partial closures in the surrounding blocks due to restricted views created by the television scaffold:


Block D: Rows L onwards closed
Block G: Rows E onwards closed
Block H: Rows L onwards closed


The Wheelchair Enclosure will remain unaffected by the broadcast arrangements and will operate as normal.


We appreciate that these changes will affect supporters who would usually watch the game from these areas and thank fans for their patience and understanding as we accommodate the requirements of the live television coverage.


Alcohol Regulations

Supporters should also be aware of a change to the usual arrangements regarding the consumption of alcohol inside Gigg Lane.


Due to Harrogate Town’s participation at Step 1 of the National League System, Sporting Events (Control of Alcohol etc.) Act 1985 regulations apply to this fixture, meaning that alcohol cannot be consumed within sight of the pitch, including in the stands.


Alcohol will still be available from designated kiosks and hospitality areas that are not in pitch view, but supporters purchasing alcoholic drinks will be required to consume them in the permitted areas and will not be able to take alcohol to their seats or into the stands.


The kiosks will close for alcohol sales at 12pm. Kiosks will remain open for food and non-alcoholic drinks only, including tea, coffee and soft drinks. 
Shakers Bar in the South Stand will be fully closed for this fixture. 
We expect to operate a can bar on the approach between the South Stand turnstiles. Further details will be confirmed ahead of the fixture. 


This differs from our usual matchday arrangements at Gigg Lane, and we ask supporters to cooperate with stewards and stadium staff throughout the afternoon.


Segregation

Full segregation is in place for the fixture, with Harrogate Town fans utilising the Cemetery End.


Unreserved Seating

Unreserved seating is in place for this fixture, as is the usual case for Cup matches at Gigg Lane. Getting into the ground early will help you secure your preferred seat. This will be even more important for this tie with the reduced capacity in the South Stand of 2,000.


A Big FA Cup Day at Gigg Lane

The Fourth Qualifying Round represents the final hurdle before the First Round Proper, and the visit of Harrogate Town provides the Shakers with another exciting FA Cup occasion at Gigg Lane.


Selection for BBC coverage also provides a fantastic opportunity to showcase Bury FC, Gigg Lane and our supporters to a national audience, while giving those unable to attend the opportunity to follow the action via BBC Red Button and BBC iPlayer.


For those joining us at Gigg Lane, please make a note of the revised 12:30pm kick-off and altered stadium arrangements, and arrive early to help ensure a smooth entry into the ground.


We appreciate that a change to the kick-off time can create challenges for supporters, particularly those who have already made travel arrangements or have other commitments around the original fixture time, and we thank everyone for their understanding.


Your support can make a huge difference. The backing the players receive from the stands at Gigg Lane is incredibly important to them, and that is felt even more on the big occasions. With a place in the First Round Proper at stake, we hope as many Shakers as possible can join us, get behind the team and help create another special FA Cup atmosphere at Gigg Lane.


Bury FC v Harrogate Town
Emirates FA Cup – Fourth Qualifying Round
Kick-off: 12:30pm
Live on BBC Red Button and BBC iPlayer

We look forward to welcoming you to Gigg Lane for another huge FA Cup afternoon.

Up the Shakers!
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Bury Born: Shakers Extend Partnership with Global Giant JD

Bury Football Club is delighted to announce an extension to its partnership with JD, continuing the relationship between two organisations with proud roots in the town.

The renewed partnership further strengthens JD’s association with the Shakers and continues the support of one of Bury’s biggest business success stories for the football club at the heart of its hometown.



From Bury to the World

Few businesses can boast a connection to Bury quite like JD.

Founded by John Wardle and David Makin in 1981, JD began life with a single store in Bury, Greater Manchester, originally trading as John David Sports. From those beginnings, the company expanded across the North West before opening its first London store on Oxford Street in 1989.

More than four decades later, JD has developed into one of the world’s leading sports fashion retailers, with more than 4,800 stores across 51 countries and a presence spanning the UK, Europe, North America and Asia Pacific.

Despite that remarkable international growth, the company retains strong links to the town where its story began, with JD Group’s headquarters remaining in Bury and the brand continuing to operate a store in the town at The Rock.

That shared Bury identity makes the continuation of the partnership particularly significant for the Club.

Proudly Bury

As Bury FC continues to grow both on and off the pitch, developing relationships with businesses which share a genuine connection to the town remains an important part of the Club’s commercial strategy.

JD’s journey, from one store in Bury to a globally recognised name in sport and fashion, represents one of the town’s greatest business success stories.

The extension will see JD continue its association with Bury FC, bringing together two instantly recognisable names with deep connections to the borough and a shared passion for sport.

Chris Watts, Head of Commercial & Media at Bury FC, said:
Declan Walsh, Sports Partnerships Lead at JD said:
The partnership extension represents another positive step in the continued development of Bury FC’s commercial programme, as the Club works to create long term relationships with local, regional and national brands.

From humble beginnings in Bury to becoming a global name, JD’s story is one that continues to put the town on the map, and Bury FC is delighted to have them continuing alongside us.

Bury born. Global success. Proud partners.
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Match Info: Stockton Town (A), Tue 6th October, 7:45pm KO

After winning five consecutive home games, The Shakers are back on the road hoping to build on our fine form.


This time it’s a trip to the North East, where we make the 230 mile round journey to Stockton Town.


Unbeaten since the start of September, Antony Johnson’s side can take great confidence into our first away trip since 31st August.


In Opposition – Stockton Town
Formed in 1979 as a five-a-side team, Stockton Town first entered the 11-a-side game in 1981.


The club received a massive £1.4 million of investment in April 2008 to expand facilities.


In the 2016/17 season the side reached the Northern League Second Division for the first time, winning the league title and being promoted to ENL Division One.


The club reached Wembley in the Vase final in the 2017/18 season, falling short of glory in a 1-0 defeat.

Last season, they finished 5th in the Northern Premier League Premier Division – losing to eventual Play-Off winners Hednesford Town in the semi-finals – and this campaign currently occupy 20th position, with 2 wins from their 11 games.
Admission & Tickets
There will be no segregation at the ground and Bury supporters can pay on the day with prices set at £14 Adults, £11 Concession, £6 U18 and £4 U11.


Tickets can be purchased in advance here. Stockton Town will take down online sales at 6:30pm on Tuesday 6th October.
Travel & Parking
Address: MAP Group UK Stadium, Bishopton Road West, Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 0QD

Parking/Travel: The Stockton Town car park has abundant parking for cars. There is also a supporters coach going with fans asked to arrive for 3:45pm ahead of a 4pm departure.


Match Coverage & Live Stream
If 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

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