Runcorn Linnets secure backing for Bar and Function Rooms at New Ground

Runcorn Linnets are happy to announce that they have secured the support of Daniel Thwaites PLC for the Bar and Function Room facilities of the Clubhouse/Community Centre to be built as part of their new stadium on the Runcorn Campus site of Riverside College. Daniel Thwaites is a Lancashire Brewer and Pub Retailer based in Blackburn with over 200 years of brewing experience. They have over 400 pubs all over the North of England and North Wales, and also has a hotel division, Shire Hotels, that operates 7 hotels throughout England.

Richard Mills, Direct Sales Manager of Daniel Thwaites PLC, was impressed by the plans that the club has for their new facility in their bid to “Return to Runcorn”, and was happy to recommend that Daniel Thwaites give their support to it. He said “It looks like a very exciting project, and I’m glad if Thwaites can help to make it happen that much sooner.”

Glyn Davies, who brokered the deal along with fellow Linnets Board member, David Dutton, said “Another good news story for the club, and for the fans, as we approach the start of the season. I am now looking forward to working on the next phase of this project alongside David as we hunt down a source for the furniture and the carpeting for the new facility.”

More details of the Linnet’s “Return to Runcorn” stadium project can be found at www.RuncornLinnetsFC.co.uk/R2R, and the Daniel Thwaites website can be found at www.Thwaites.co.uk.

Runcorn Linnets FC to play AFC Liverpool for "The Fans Club Trophy"

Runcorn Linnets FC and AFC Liverpool, the new team formed by fans of Liverpool FC, are to play a friendly at Wincham Park on 2nd August. The match, which will be an annual event, will be played for a new cup called the Fans Club Trophy, and will be the last outing prior to their first league match on the 9th August.

Alun Parry Chair of AFC Liverpool said, "We are delighted to be playing Runcorn Linnets. We are both fan run clubs and it's a great way to celebrate the rise and success of supporter run clubs in recent times. Our two clubs have formed a strong friendship and we are looking forward to what will be the friendliest of friendlies."

Derek Greenwood, Runcorn Linnets Chairman, said "We think the Fans Club Trophy is a great way of introducing a little bit of interest and friendly rivalry in the pre-season. It will be an opportunity for fans to see the squad that will start the season with something to play for, in addition to the pride of winning a friendly."

Kick-off will be at 3:00pm, and tickets will cost £5.50 for adults and £3.00 for concessions. Directions how to find Wincham Park, in Witton, can be found on the Runcorn Linnets website – www.RuncornLinnetsFC.co.uk