Pontefract 2 - 2 Emley (Northern Premier 1 East), Friday 17 April 2026
My first match at Ponty - although I did visit back in 2009. They now have a 4G pitch. This local derby was buzzing as both teams tried to secure play-off places. I also worked out how to get more miles out of our electric car so a good night all round!
Avro 3 - 1 Clitheroe (Northern Premier West Division), Saturday 1 March 2025
Three scrappy (but well-deserved) goals for Avro and a penalty for Clitheroe. The home side's defence stood firm in the face of second half pressure.
I didn't realise that Avro was an aircraft maker (the now defunct energy company is completely different) so I have learnt something today. The ground was an odd collection of different styles and design, with a 3G pitch at the centre. I made it over the Woodhead Pass in time for tea and with some daylight left. Spring must be round the corner.
Workington 2 - 2 Morpeth (Northern League Premier), Thursday 26 December 2024
Warrington Rylands 1 - 2 Lancaster City (Northern Premier), Saturday 13 April 2024
Gainsborough Trinity 2 - 0 Worksop Town (Evostik Premier), Monday 1 January 2024
A shock win for Gainsborough against 3rd placed Worksop. A proper no nonsense Northern match. Only my 2nd visit to Gainsborough, after a game in November 2010!
Sheffield FC 2 - 0 Shildon (Northern Premier League Division 1 East), Tuesday 28th February 2023
Entry £10
Tea £2
Stocksbridge Park Steels 0 - 1 Long Eaton United (Northern Premier East), Tuesday 6th September 2022
