75 years since the Bishops starred at Wembley in front of 100,000 people

IN the 1950s, amateur football clubs in south west Durham had an iron grip on the FA Amateur Cup competition, so much so that Bishop Auckland...
THE NORTHERN ECHO Apr 26

SORRY BISHOPS ARE LEFT IN CHECK

DIV 1 EAST BISHOP AUCKLAND 0 HALLAM 1 By Lewis Connell RELEGATION-threatened Bishop Auckland’s woes continued as mid-table visitors Hallam picked...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Mar 21

GRIMSBY BOROUGH 3 BISHOP AUCKLAND 1

ESSEL AT DOUBLE TO DENY BISHOPS DIV 1 EAST By Richard Thurbin GRIMSBY Borough defeated relegation-threatened Bishop Auckland at home. Edwin Essel...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Mar 14

DIV 1 EAST

BISHOP AUCKL’ND 2 EMLEY AFC 1 By Graham Hardy STRUGGLERS Bishop Auckland produced the shock of the weekend, seeing off second-placed Emley. The win...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Mar 7

SINFIELD SINKS THE TWO BLUES

DIV 1 EAST BISHOP AUCKLAND 1 PONTEFRACT COL 3 By Charlie Fletcher PONTEFRACT Collieries boosted their play-off push with a victory away at Bishop...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Feb 21

Bridlington Town suffer 3-1 home loss against lowly Bishop Auckland

Bridlington Town suffered another disappointing home defeat as Bishop Auckland claimed all three points at The Mounting Systems Stadium, easing to...
WHITBY GAZETTE Jan 18

BRIDLINGTON TN 1 BISHOP AUCKLAND 3

DIV 1 EAST By Jan Barker ■ NEW Seasiders manager Scott Kerr is well aware of the task that faces him after seeing his charges slip to a sixth...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Jan 17

COUNTRYMEN IN CONTROL

DIV 1 EAST HALLAM 2 BISHOP AUCKLAND 0 By Steve Penny A STUNNING free-kick from Jack Brownell put the cherry on the cake for Hallam as they...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Nov 8, 2025

ESSEL WRAPS UP TOP WIN

DIV 1 EAST BISHOP AUCKLAND 0 GRIMSBY BORO’ 2 By Matt Cassar GRIMSBY Borough edged a fiercely contested battle to secure a priceless three points....
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Nov 1, 2025

Boro Women WFA Cup Fixture Selected For TV

FixturesMiddlesbrough Vs. Cheadle Town Stingers - Sun, Oct 26th 2025, 14:00Boro Women's WFA Cup First Round Proper tie against Cheadle Town...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE Oct 14, 2025

Chairman’s Update

It’s with a heavy heart I announce on behalf of the club, the departure of captain Andrew “Rio” May. A number of weeks ago we were approached by...
BISHOP AUCKLAND FC Sep 28, 2025

Durham man accused of racially-abusing Leeds United players during match versus Sunderland

A man from Bishop Auckland has been charged with racially abusing two Leeds United players
CHRONICLELIVE Sep 16, 2025

Ashington boss Nick Gray praises his players after they fight back to claim a point against Bishop Auckland

The look on his face said it all! Nick Gray was delighted on Tuesday night after his side had salvaged a draw with a goal by Harry Powell in...
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 13, 2025

Ashington snatch point at the death against Bishop Auckland

Nick Gray said in one of his post-match interviews last season that in football you don’t always get what you deserve.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 13, 2025

NORTHERN LEAGUE

■ TOP clubs were involved in early season FA Cup action and Harry Croft’s 89th minute equaliser earned Northallerton Town a home replay against...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Aug 2, 2025

Match Preview: Sunderland v Real Betis — Granit Xhaka to make his SoL debut

Photo by Ian Horrocks/Sunderland AFC via Getty Images There's a world class midfielder named Granit Xhaka stepping out at the Stadium of...
SBNATION.COM Aug 2, 2025

100 Up

Thursday 23rd September 2021 was the date of the first Sporting Memories session held at Bishop Auckland FC. Since then we have (by and large) held...
BISHOP AUCKLAND FC Jun 17, 2025

THE BISHOPS BROUGHT IT BACK TO ME

LOUD ‘N’ PROUD: The club shop in the town centre Final Whistle with Chris Towers Mining a rich seam: My time with Bishop Auckland NORTHERN PREMIER...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM May 24, 2025

The man with the whistle who is always in the middle

ONE of Europe’s leading referees gave up his time to talk about his career, and its footballing controversies, to talk to our Sporting Memories...
THE NORTHERN ECHO May 10, 2025

BISHOP AUCKLAND 1 CARLTON TOWN 2

DIV 1 EAST By Alan Murphy ■FIRST-HALF goals from Lamin Manneh and Alex Howes were enough to earn Carlton Town […] The post BISHOP AUCKLAND 1...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Apr 26, 2025

Match Review: Boro U21s 2 West Brom U21s 1

FixturesMiddlesbrough U21 Vs. West Bromwich Albion U21 - Fri, Apr 18th 2025, 19:00The curtain came down on the PL2 season for Boro U21s on Friday...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE Apr 19, 2025

I'm a UFC veteran once trained by Ronda Rousey and now in my prime, but I still play football for my local Sunday team

Davey Grant has spent over a decade fighting in the UFC, but his passion for competition extends beyond a cage. Grant is a seasoned UFC...
TALKSPORT Apr 2, 2025

Community Sponsor Renews

Comtek System Solutions Renews Commitment as Community Sponsor of Bishop Auckland FC Bishop Auckland Football Club is delighted to announce that...
BISHOP AUCKLAND FC Apr 1, 2025

Sam Hodgson returns to Craik Park

Morpeth Town are delighted to announce the return of midfielder Sam Hodgson to the club - yes both Sam Hodgsons are back! Joining from Bishop...
MORPETH TOWN OFFICIAL SITE Mar 21, 2025

U21s Earn Cup Final Place

Sonny Finch struck a hat-trick as Boro Under-21s earned their place in the final of the North Riding Senior Cup. Boro were 6-1 winners over Redcar...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE Mar 20, 2025

U21s Bid For Final Place

Boro Under-21s bid for a place in the final of the North Riding Senior Cup when they take on Redcar Town on Wednesday. The semi-final tie is being...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE Mar 18, 2025

BARTLIFF GOAL SEALS THE DEAL

DIV 1 EAST BISHOP AUCKLAND 1 GARFORTH TOWN 0 By Tom Cunningham JOE Bartliff ’s 18th-minute goal was enough to […] The post BARTLIFF GOAL SEALS THE...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Mar 15, 2025

THE MAD MARCH SHARE SALE

INVEST IN THE FUTURE OF BISHOP AUCKLAND FC! Bishop Auckland FC is calling on all supporters, sponsors, and stakeholders to take part in our Mad...
BISHOP AUCKLAND FC Mar 1, 2025

Ashington brush aside Brighouse Town to round off successful week

A strong second half performance by Ashington saw them complete a particularly good week as they backed up a 2-1 win against Bishop Auckland in...
BERWICK ADVERTISER Feb 17, 2025

Ashington manager delighted after hard-fought win at Bishop Auckland eases relegation fears

Ryan Donaldson will take the headlines after his late goal proved to be the winner for Ashington against Bishop Auckland on Tuesday night.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Feb 12, 2025

Academy Briefing: Why United were at Bishop Auckland

Watch highlights, learn about an inspiring initiative and an important return from injury.
MANUTD.COM Feb 10, 2025

Ashington FC's new keeper Ryan Catterick has first game as a Collier

Ashington manager Nick Gray plunged into the transfer market last week to sign goalkeeper Ryan Catterick from fellow NPL East Division outfit...
BERWICK ADVERTISER Feb 3, 2025

Alan Shoulder

It is with great sadness that we have to report the passing of Alan Shoulder, one of Bishop Auckland’s greatest footballing sons, aged 71. Alan was...
BISHOP AUCKLAND FC Feb 2, 2025

Man who broke into County Durham football club jailed for 12 months

A Bishop Auckland thief has been jailed for 12 months after he burgled Shildon football club.
THE NORTHERN ECHO Jan 30, 2025

Bridlington Town aim to kick off home run with positive result against Bishop Auckland

Bridlington Town will take on Bishop Auckland at the Mounting Systems Stadium on Tuesday, January 14, kick-starting a run of four consecutive home...
THESCARBOROUGHNEWS.CO.UK Jan 12, 2025

Bridlington Town eye return to winning ways at home to Bishop Auckland

It’s a fifth consecutive fixture at the Mounting Systems Stadium for the Seasiders, who take on Bishop Auckland on Saturday, December 7, in the...
WHITBY GAZETTE Dec 6, 2024

JONNO’S HEAVENLY FOR THE BISHOPS

DIV 1 EAST BISHOP AUCKLAND 4 HEATON STANN 0 By Mark Andrews ■ LOUIS JOHNSON’S double was a highlight as […] The post JONNO’S HEAVENLY FOR THE...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Nov 30, 2024

Bishop Auckland FC Expands Renewable Energy Efforts with HDM Energies

Bishop Auckland Football Club is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with HDM Energies, a leader in renewable energy solutions. This...
BISHOP AUCKLAND FC Nov 27, 2024

Bishop Auckland FC Teams Up with Fanbase App

Bishop Auckland FC is delighted to announce our partnership with Fanbase, bringing the club its very own app! To get started, download the Fanbase...
BISHOP AUCKLAND FC Nov 21, 2024

Plans for college sports facilities withdrawn after objections

Plans to expand sports facilities at Bishop Auckland College with a 3G football pitch have been withdrawn after objections from a sporting body.
THE NORTHERN ECHO Nov 16, 2024

CLEETHORPES TN 0 BISHOP AUCKLAND 1

DIV 1 EAST By David Simpson ■ BISHOP Auckland shocked the divisional leaders with a battling win on the East […] The post CLEETHORPES TN 0 BISHOP...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Nov 9, 2024

Club Statement - Chris Hardy

After just over 3 years at the Bishops’, Manager Chris Hardy has decided to stand down with immediate effect. Chris commenced the challenge in...
BISHOP AUCKLAND FC Nov 6, 2024

Sykes scores again but high-flying Avenue drop points on home turf

BRADFORD (Park Avenue) were below-par on Saturday in the Northern Premier League East Division and only drew 1-1 at home to Bishop Auckland.
THETELEGRAPHANDARGUS.CO.UK Nov 4, 2024

Volunteer's dedication way of giving back to club that sparked love of football

Pamela Cowey's two decades of dedication to Bishop Auckland FC is her way of giving back to the club that sparked her love of football.
HILLINGDONTIMES.CO.UK Oct 24, 2024

NEW PLAY ABOUT THE 1926 GENERAL STRIKE

Following the national success of Wor Bella (about WW1 women footballers), Tyneside-based playwright Ed Waugh will present his new work in...
BISHOP AUCKLAND FC Oct 24, 2024

Confirmed: Sunderland summer departure signs for new club after Black Cats release

Former Sunderland prospect Ben Creamer has signed for non-league Bishop Auckland FC
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Sep 18, 2024

Danny Earl hits treble as Bridlington Town fight back for superb opening NPL East 4-3 win at Bishop Auckland

Bridlington Town pulled off a great escape to come back from 3-0 down at half-time to earn a thrilling 4-3 win at Bishop Auckland to open their NPL...
THESCARBOROUGHNEWS.CO.UK Sep 16, 2024

Bridlington Town return to league action with trip to NPL East new boys Bishop Auckland

Bridlington Town head north on Saturday, taking on Bishop Auckland and hoping to bring their first three points of the season back to the East...
THESCARBOROUGHNEWS.CO.UK Sep 12, 2024

Extra-time winner sees Ashington through to the first qualifying round of the FA Cup

Cam Gascoigne struck ‘one of the best goals of my career’ five minutes from the end of extra time away at Bishop Auckland to send Ashington into...
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 21, 2024

European Football Returns To The Riverside

European football will return to the Riverside this season when our Under-21s take part in the Premier League International Cup. Benfica, Olympique...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE Aug 20, 2024

A game of two halves as Ashington fight back to force a replay in FA Cup tie

It wasn’t primarily the half-time pep talk which led to a complete transformation in Ashington’s performance as they battled back to force a replay...
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 20, 2024

Match Preview: Boro U21s v Reading U21s

Fixtures Middlesbrough U21 Vs. Reading U21 - Mon, Aug 19th 2024, 19:00 Boro's Under-21s will kick-off the new season at Bishop Auckland on Monday...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE Aug 19, 2024

Ashington skipper says the team wants to 'turn things around' in televised FA Cup tie

Skipper Karl Ross says that the Ashington squad are desperate to win Saturday’s Emirates FA Cup tie at home to Bishop Auckland.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 14, 2024

Five minutes loss of concentration loses Ashington the game against Bishop Auckland

A quickfire double by Bishop Auckland’s Matty Tymon immediately after half time sent Ashington tumbling to a 2-1 defeat in their first home league...
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 14, 2024

Non-League: Bishop Auckland through in FA Cup after win over West

Bishop Auckland are through to the preliminary round of the FA Cup after a 2-0 derby win at West Auckland.
THE NORTHERN ECHO Aug 4, 2024

Every club entering the 2024/25 Adobe Women’s FA Cup

From the National League all the way down to Tier 7, here’s all 514 team entering the 2024/25 Adobe Women's FA Cup. Abbey Rangers LFCAbingdon...
FOOTBALLINBRACKNELL.CO.UK Aug 3, 2024

Non-League Preview: Bishop Auckland start season in FA Cup at West

Bishop Auckland begin their season with a tough FA Cup extra preliminary round tie away to neighbours West Auckland tomorrow afternoon.
THE NORTHERN ECHO Aug 2, 2024

​New-look Bridlington Town set to kick off season in FA Cup at Birtley Town

​Following the pattern from last season, when the Seasiders travelled to Bishop Auckland, Adrian Costello's side will open the season on Saturday...
THESCARBOROUGHNEWS.CO.UK Aug 1, 2024

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BISHOP AUCKLAND FC Jul 31, 2024

Player Sponsorship 2024-2025

First-team player kit sponsorship is still available for the upcoming season (2023-2024). Check out The Bishops' brand new home and away strip...
BISHOP AUCKLAND FC Jul 31, 2024

Norman Brownbridge, the champion boxer from Bishop Auckland

NORMAN BROWNBRIDGE had the sporting world at his feet: a champion boxer, he played in goal at football but still managed to score, and in July...
THE NORTHERN ECHO Jul 29, 2024

Become A Pitch Hero

Introducing Our Exciting New Sponsorship Opportunity We are thrilled to announce a fantastic new sponsorship offer designed to give your name or...
BISHOP AUCKLAND FC Jul 26, 2024

The Opposition: Gateshead

Boro make the journey north to Gateshead on Wednesday as we continue our pre-season preparations. Michael Carrick's side will be aiming to build on...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE Jul 23, 2024

AUCKLAND PROVE TOO MUCH FOR BLYTH TO WIN CLEATOR CUP

Newly promoted Bishop Auckland won the Cleator Cup with a 3-2 win over last season’s Dvision Two Champions Blyth Town. A keenly…
NORTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Jul 21, 2024

Middlesbrough vs Bolton Wanderers LIVE friendly match updates from Bishop Auckland

Live match updates as Middlesbrough take on Bolton Wanderers at Bishop Auckland's Heritage Park in a pre-season friendly
GAZETTELIVE.CO.UK Jul 20, 2024
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