Ramsbottom United boss Steve Wilkes steps down to retire from football

Ramsbottom United manager Steve Wilkes has announced his retirement after 29 years in the dugout
LANCASHIRE TELEGRAPH May 1

NORTH WEST COUNTIES LGE

■HARVEY Hayhurst found the top corner to keep Ramsbottom United in the title race. The second-placed side were level with third-placed Chadderton...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Mar 21

Rams return to winning ways to boost promotion push

Ramsbottom United had the opportunity to show what they're made of as they travelled to the Atlantic Coast and the hinterland of the docks to play...
PRESTWICHANDWHITEFIELDGUIDE.CO.UK Mar 11

RAM RAID KILLS OFF CROOK DREAM

CROOK TOWN 0 RAMSBOTTOM UTD 4 By Ciaran Myers RAMSBOTTOM UNITED built on their club-record nine straight wins with a tenth on the spin to seal...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Nov 8, 2025

NORTH WEST COUNTIES LGE

■ JAMIE HODGSON and Joe McGladdery secured Division One Holker Old Boys a 2-1 FA Vase win against Premier Division Wythenshawe with Prince Anuniru...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Nov 1, 2025

Ramsbottom United 3-0 Wythenshawe: Jacob bags brace in win

On a lovely evening for football Ramsbottom United arguably produced their best display of the season under the floodlight on Tuesday.
PRESTWICHANDWHITEFIELDGUIDE.CO.UK Sep 3, 2025

FA Cup magic alive and well as Silsden seal astonishing comeback win

SILSDEN pulled off the mother of all comebacks on Tuesday to book a spot in the FA Cup first qualifying round, as they turned the tables on...
THETELEGRAPHANDARGUS.CO.UK Aug 21, 2025

Late goals and spot kick agony as Rammy are knocked out of the FA Cup

Football under floodlights is always special and so it was in Ramsbottom on Tuesday evening with he home side earning the replay in Yorkshire with...
LANCASHIRE TELEGRAPH Aug 20, 2025

Silsden seal astonishing comeback as magic of FA Cup truly alive and well

SILSDEN pulled off the mother of all comebacks last night to reach the FA Cup first qualifying round, as they turned the tables on Ramsbottom United.
CRAVENHERALD.CO.UK Aug 20, 2025

Perry’s Vauxhall Bury Backs Ramsbottom United Junior Football Club’s Under 18s team

Perry’s Vauxhall in Bury has announced its support of Ramsbottom United Junior Football Club’s Under 18s team, by sponsoring the team's new...
LEP.CO.UK Aug 19, 2025

Silsden suffer sting in tail as FA Cup game goes to replay after dramatic finale

SILSDEN came within moments of reaching the Emirates FA Cup first qualifying round on Saturday, but they had to settle for a replay with Ramsbottom...
CRAVENHERALD.CO.UK Aug 19, 2025

Dudley leaves it late as Rammy earn FA Cup replay

Matt Dudley’s injury-time goal, heading home from an inviting Terry Cummings cross, cancelled out Silsden’s 15th minute opener to earn Ramsbottom...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Aug 18, 2025

Ramsbottom United safely through to next round of the FA Cup

Goals from Matt Dudley and Luke Sephton sent Ramsbottom United through to the Preliminary Round of the Emirates FA Cup with a 2-1 win at Golcar...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Aug 6, 2025

Rammy and Padiham through to next round in the FA Cup

RAMSBOTTOM United and Padiham have booked their place in the next round of the FA Cup but Barnoldswick United’s losing start to the season...
LANCASHIRE TELEGRAPH Aug 4, 2025

Ramsbottom United 1-2 Padiham: Heartbreak as Rams beaten in play-offs

Nearly 1200 football supporters, many with flags and other paraphernalia, gathered at the Riverside stadium in Ramsbottom on Saturday for the North...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Apr 28, 2025

Six-way title tilts and angry Bulls: non-league football stories you may have missed

Astonishing final-game deciders, postponed playoffs and the unluckiest team in the country with 100 pointsSix years after Bury were expelled from...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 25, 2025

Where Eagles dare

With all due respect to the Full Members Cup and the Specsavers Surrey Senior Cup (current holders: South Park Reigate) Crystal Palace have never...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 24, 2025

Baker’s buzzing as goals help seal Rammy victories

Football played under the footlights often brings a special intimate atmosphere. This was the case for a game played in constant drizzle at the...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Feb 13, 2025

Report: Under 18s 3-0 Ramsbottom

The Colls Under 18s reached their second semi-final out of four remaining cup competitions this campaign, with a comprehensive and professional...
ATHERTON COLLIERIES OFFICIAL SITE Feb 9, 2025

Tough challenges ahead for Ramsbottom United

Whilst they currently lead the NWCFL Premier Division table, there are still around a third of the season to be played, and Ramsbottom United are...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Jan 16, 2025

I was Man City prospect who fell into booze and drugs, was stabbed twice and jailed… now I’m earning coaching badges

FORMER Manchester City prospect Daniel Warrender has opened about being jailed and stabbed twice after falling into booze and...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Jan 13, 2025

Stockport Town 0-1 Radcliffe: Oscar is the head boy for Rams

Ramsbottom United warmed up for their eagerly anticipated top-of-the-table clash with Bury at Gigg Lane on Boxing Day with a win at Stockport Town,...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Dec 29, 2024

Bury 2-2 Ramsbottom United: Honours even in derby top of the table clash

Boxing day and a murky misty midwinter feel as nearly 6000 fans created a wonderful atmosphere at Gigg lane and enjoyed a much-anticipated local...
CHORLEYCITIZEN.CO.UK Dec 27, 2024

'It's a massive game' - McNabb ready for Bury showdown with Rams

DAVE McNabb knows just how important the Boxing Day top-of-the-table showdown with Ramsbottom United is and says it is a chance to do the Bury fans...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Dec 26, 2024

Shakers are ready for blockbuster festive showdowns with title rivals

BRYAN Ly says Bury have to ‘stand up and fight’ as they prepare for blockbuster festive showdowns against title rivals Chadderton and Ramsbottom...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Dec 19, 2024

Report: Under 18s 2-3 Ramsbottom

The Colls Under 18s thirteen-game unbeaten streak came to an end following a 3-2 defeat at Ramsbottom United. The clash between two of the North...
ATHERTON COLLIERIES OFFICIAL SITE Dec 16, 2024

Silsden superb in FA Vase as Stewart brace sees off table-toppers Ramsbottom

Silsden progressed into the FA Vase third round following a 2-0 win over North West Counties Football League Premier Division table toppers...
CRAVENHERALD.CO.UK Nov 11, 2024

Silsden handed tie with high-flying Ramsbottom as they finally enter FA Vase

SILSDEN have finally entered the 2024/25 FA Vase, a reward for last season's great run, and will host Ramsbottom United in the second round next...
CRAVENHERALD.CO.UK Oct 22, 2024

In-form Ramsbottom United march on in FA Vase

Back to the Riverside for the third time in a week and Euxton Villa comprised the opposition in the FA Vase, writes Charley Rattan.
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Oct 21, 2024

Hayhurst double keeps Rams top of table

A late Harvey Hayhurst goal ensured Ramsbottom United remain top of the North West Counties Premier Division table after a 2-1 victory over AFC...
PRESTWICHANDWHITEFIELDGUIDE.CO.UK Oct 16, 2024

Honours even as Rammy and Shakers share the spoils

The spoils were shared between Ramsbottom United and Bury at the Harry Williams Riverside Stadium on Tuesday night, writes James Beedie
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Sep 18, 2024

FC St Helens 0-3 Ramsbottom United: Sephton brothers on target as Rams win again

On a pleasant afternoon, in the pleasant surroundings of FC St Helens ground, the visiting Rams supporters enjoyed an afternoon of football that...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Aug 12, 2024

Rams suffer KO as ex-champ Quigg looks on

RAMSBOTTOM United return to league action tomorrow when they travel to unbeaten FC St Helens following last weekend's FA Cup exit, writes Tony...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Aug 8, 2024

Ramsbottom United Tigers heading to St George’s Park for finals

An under-10s team will be going to the home of English football at the end of the month to compete in a national tournament
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Aug 5, 2024

Ramsbottom United 1-1 Bury - honours even in derby clash

Promotion-chasing neighbours, Bury, arrived at the HWRS hoping to clinch the one automatic promotion spot. They would need to win and hope that...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Apr 22, 2024

Wilkes rues missed penalty call as Rams lose at Bury

Ramsbottom United boss Steve Wilkes felt his team were denied a blatant penalty in Thursday night’s 2-1 NWCFL Premier Division defeat at local...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Apr 12, 2024

Serious Hamer injury a blow for beaten Rammy

An afternoon that started so brightly for Ramsbottom United against AFC Liverpool quickly deteriorated as their injury jinx once again struck,...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Mar 12, 2024

Rammy having to play Vase tie away

RAMSBOTTOM United were weather beaten in more ways than one after last weekend’s FA Vase third round tie at home to Hallam was postponed due to a...
CHORLEYCITIZEN.CO.UK Dec 14, 2023

Shakers see off Rams after spot-kick shootout in Macron Cup

In the first competitive match between the two neighbouring sides Bury emerged victorious over Ramsbottom United in the Macron Cup second round...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Nov 20, 2023

Shakers aim for a Rams raid in big derby clash

Bury boss Dave McNabb has challenged his players to bounce back from last weekend’s disappointing defeat in the FA Vase - and they can do so in a...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Nov 16, 2023

Three-sy does it as Rams ease in to next round of FA Vase

RAMSBOTTOM United are through to the next round of the FA Vase thanks to a 3-0 win against lower league Euxton Villa who gave a commendable...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Sep 25, 2023

Meet Ollie Crankshaw – Altrincham winger and Claudia Fogarty’s partner

LOVE Island star Claudia Fogarty has gone Instagram official with her new footballer boyfriend Ollie Crankshaw. But who is he? and how long have...
THE SUN Sep 25, 2023

United add academy duo

United have added two more promising young players to the club's academy with 18-year-old duo Jay Tinsdale and Evan Easton joining Michael Collins'...
SHEFFIELD UTD OFFICIAL SITE Sep 11, 2023

Double act have found a dream match at Radcliffe

Anthony Johnson and Bernard Morley have got their mojo back. Ten months out after 15 seasons on a managerial treadmill they first hopped onto at...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Sep 2, 2023

Happy returns for Rammy in the FA Vase

In their first FA Vase match for 12 years, Ramsbottom United avoided a potential banana skin as they travelled over the Pennines to take on...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Aug 29, 2023

Rammy exit FA Cup after defeat to Mossley

Ramsbottom United travelled to old rivals Mossley in the Preliminary round of the FA Cup, and can count themselves unlucky that they did not...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Aug 21, 2023

Mossley AFC stay on the road to Wembley with FA Cup win

MOSSLEY AFC 1 – 0 RAMSBOTTOM UNITED DAVID Fish was delighted that Mossley AFC went one step closer to Wembley with a 1-0 FA Cup… The post Mossley...
TAMESIDE CORRESPONDENT Aug 20, 2023

Rams leave it late to seal dramatic victory

Two extremely late goal meant that Ramsbottom United snatched victory from the jaws of defeat as they beat AFC Liverpool 3-2 on Saturday afternoon,...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Aug 16, 2023

Another three players join Wilkes’ Rammy revolution

Ramsbottom United Football Club are thrilled to be able to announce three more fantastic signings ahead of the 2023/24 campaign. Rammy have managed...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Jul 20, 2023

New Signing: Josh Askew

The foundations for David Chadwick’s Atherton Collieries have been strengthened once more with the addition of Josh Askew, a defender who joins...
ATHERTON COLLIERIES OFFICIAL SITE Jul 6, 2023

New Signing: Lewis Mansell

Atherton Collieries can confirm the signing of forward Lewis Mansell from Ramsbottom United. The young Blackburn Rovers graduate has most notably...
ATHERTON COLLIERIES OFFICIAL SITE Jul 5, 2023

Welcome: Warren Jones & Tony Dunn

Atherton Collieries can today confirm further additions to manager David Chadwick’s backroom staff, as we wish a warm welcome to physiotherapist...
ATHERTON COLLIERIES OFFICIAL SITE Jun 18, 2023

A true visionary of Non-League

FANS’ FORUM ■MAY I pass on my personal condolences (and on behalf of Ramsbottom United) on the sad passing of […] The post A true visionary of...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Jun 17, 2023

Ramsbottom United reveal friendlies as Hindley joins staff

Ramsbottom United manager Steve Wilkes has added to his backroom staff by appointing Lewis Hindley as the club’s new goalkeeper coach, writes Tony...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Jun 8, 2023

Results: Northern Premier League, North West Counties League

WITTON Albion closed in on the play-offs spots with a 3-0 win at Ramsbottom United that was achieved with 10 men and an injury setback.
WINSFORDGUARDIAN.CO.UK Mar 4, 2023

Manchester United academy goalkeeper clinches loan move and saves 95th minute penalty on debut

Manchester United academy goalkeeper Tom Wooster has clinched a loan move to non-league side Ramsbottom United. The club confirmed the switch...
UNITED IN FOCUS Feb 9, 2023

Burnley talent completes non-league loan move

THE72.CO.UK Sep 13, 2022

Thackley vs Ramsbottom United LIVE: FA Cup team news, line-ups and more

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THE INDEPENDENT Aug 6, 2022

Mossley AFC 2022/2023 fixtures

AUGUST 13: Workington…A 16: Runcorn Linnets…H 23: Colne…A 27: Newcastle Town…H 29: Ramsbottom United…A SEPTEMBER 6: Trafford…A 13: Leek Town…H 17:...
TAMESIDE CORRESPONDENT Aug 2, 2022

Ramsbottom swoop for new goalkeeper

Ramsbottom United have completed the signing of promising young goalkeeper Harry Turner.
NORTHERN PREMIER LEAGUE Jul 6, 2022

Kendal Town face Ramsbottom United in intense match up-football report

KENDAL Town’s defeat streak has unfortunately stretched to thirteen matches in a row after their match against Ramsbottom United.
THE WESTMORLAND GAZETTE Apr 14, 2022

Macclesfield sign goalkeeper Ashton

Goalkeeper Sam Ashton has signed for Macclesfield. Ashton, 34, has joined the NWCFL Premier Division club for the remainder of the season. A...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Sep 17, 2021

Rammy duo head to Litherland REMYCA

Two Ramsbottom United players have joined Litherland REMYCA on loan. Linking up with the NWCFL Premier Division side are defender Cameron Collins...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Sep 9, 2021

Stalybridge Celtic midfielder Burton retires

Stalybridge Celtic midfielder Scott Burton has announced his retirement from playing. Burton enjoyed huge success with Ramsbottom United and...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Sep 9, 2021

Ashton United sign Rammy goalkeeper Martin

Ashton United have brought in goalkeeper Ollie Martin from Ramsbottom United. Speaking to Rammy’s website, manager Lee Donafee said of Martin’s...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Sep 7, 2021

Gonzales commits future to Clitheroe

Clitheroe forward Sefton Gonzales has signed a new two-year deal. The former Colne, Stockport County and South Shields man rejoined the Blues back...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Aug 31, 2021

Kendal Town play Glossop North End and Ramsbottom United

KENDAL Town picked up a memorable 1-0 win at Glossop North End as they progressed into the First Qualifying Round of the FA Cup before losing 2-1...
THE WESTMORLAND GAZETTE Aug 26, 2021

Clitheroe sign Rammy midfielder Baker

Clitheroe have signed experienced midfielder Richie Baker. The 33-year-old joins Billy Priestley and Gary Stopforth’s side from Ramsbottom United....
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Aug 25, 2021

Rainford, Collinge and Glover join Ramsbottom United

Ramsbottom United have announced the signings Jamie Rainford, Owen Collinge and Tom Glover ahead of the Pitching In Northern Premier League 2021/22...
NORTHERN PREMIER LEAGUE Aug 10, 2021

Evangelinos makes Workington move

Workington AFC have announced the signing of Nico Evangelinos. The forward links up again with his former Ramsbottom United manager Chris Willcock....
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Aug 9, 2021

Workington AFC appoint Chris Willcock as manager

Workington AFC have appointed Chris Willcock as their new manager. Willcock takes over at the Reds after his departure from Ramsbottom United was...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Jul 23, 2021

Ramsbottom United name Lee Donafee as new boss

Lee Donafee has been announced as Ramsbottom United’s new manager. Having been assistant manager under Chris Willcock, he now steps up to the...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Jul 23, 2021

Ramsbottom United boss Willcock departs

Ramsbottom United manager Chris Willcock has left his role. The former Rammy player took over as manager back in October 2018. Speaking to the...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Jul 23, 2021

Bury AFC boss feels ready for season ahead of Ramsbottom friendly

ANDY Welsh believes Bury AFC are ready for the new campaign on the eve of their final friendly at near neighbours Ramsbottom United.
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Jul 23, 2021

Southport swoop for Hmami

Southport have signed midfielder Josh Hmami. The 21-year-old joins after a memorable spell with Marine. The former Bolton Wanderers, Barnsley and...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Jul 12, 2021

Shenton signs for Stalybridge Celtic

Stalybridge Celtic have signed goalkeeper Grant Shenton. The experienced stopper joins the club on a full deal following time on loan from Buxton....
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM May 13, 2021

Bury AFC Women confirm Ramsbottom United coach as first boss

BURY AFC Women have appointed Jake Williams as manager.
BURYTIMES.CO.UK May 5, 2021

Ramsbottom United react to FA's non-league restructure plans

RAMSBOTTOM United are waiting on the impact of the Football Association’s non-league restructure.
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Apr 15, 2021

Striker Jerome extends Workington stint

Workington AFC striker Ruben Jerome has committed to the club for next season. Jerome signed for the Reds last summer after a spell at Ramsbottom...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Mar 24, 2021

Rammy captain Kennedy ‘absolutely proud and delighted’ of community

Ramsbottom United captain Tom Kennedy has been delighted with the response to the club’s Ramsbottom vs the Rams February Fundraiser....
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Feb 24, 2021

Huddersfield keeper Bellagambi loaned to Fleet

Ebbsfleet United have brought in goalkeeper Giosue Bellagambi on loan. Bellagambi makes the temporary switch to the National League South side from...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Feb 10, 2021

Workington confirm Gooden signing

Workington AFC have confirmed the signing of Iyrwah Gooden. The forward player’s departure from Clitheroe was confirmed earlier this morning....
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Jan 29, 2021

Forward Gooden leaves Clitheroe

Clitheroe have confirmed the departure of forward Iyrwah Gooden. The former Warrington Town man originally linked up with the Blues back in...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Jan 29, 2021

Ramsbottom United boss ready to rebuild for promotion push

WITH non-league football getting the green light to return to action, Ramsbottom United manager Chris Willcock is looking to put together his squad...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Jul 22, 2020

Bamber Bridge boss wants to make it four wins on the spin

Bamber Bridge boss Jamie Milligan is eyeing a fourth win on the bounce for his side as they prepare to take on Ramsbottom United in the first round...
LEP.CO.UK.XML Jan 7, 2020
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