Bradford (Park Avenue) return to Horsfall Community Stadium on Tuesday 23 September (7:45pm KO) as we host Lincoln United in the Northern Premier League East Division.

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Avenue come into this fixture full of confidence after a 2–0 victory over Consett AFC in the FA Trophy on Saturday. Despite the heavy rain, Craig Elliott’s side delivered a professional display.

Connor Shanks opened the scoring in the 51st minute, nodding home after Jameel Ible recycled a Jak McCourt corner back into the danger area. Substitute Tom Corner then secured the result in the 68th minute, finishing calmly from Luke Parkin’s driving run through midfield.

Consett rarely threatened, with only a handful of half-chances across the afternoon, and Avenue’s back line stood firm to ensure a clean sheet and safe passage into the next round of the Trophy.

That result further extended Avenue’s unbeaten run to eight matches, and sets up another important league clash under the lights at Horsfall.

The Opposition

Lincoln United currently sit 20th in the NPL East Division, with 5 points from 1 win, 2 draws and 3 defeats.

After their defeat in the Isuzu FA Trophy on Saturday, the Whites will be eager to respond in league action.

Match Details

📍 Horsfall Community Stadium, BD6 2NG
🗓 Tuesday 23 September 2025 | ⏰ 7:45pm KO

🎟 Admission Prices

• £10 Adults/Concessions
• £5 Students / Bluelight / Forces (ID required)
• £3 Youth (12–17)
• £1 Juniors (U12s)

🍴 Hospitality
Available at £20 per person or £10 for Season Ticket holders.

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The £5 Family Ticket returns! Must include a minimum of 1 adult plus 2 or 3 U18s. Available only via Fanbase.

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Join us at Horsfall under the lights and get behind the lads as we aim to continue our unbeaten league start.

Bradford (Park Avenue) can confirm a number of fixture changes.

Our scheduled home fixture against Ashington on Friday 3rd October has been postponed due to our progression in the FA Trophy. A new date will be announced in due course.

The FA Trophy draw will take place on Monday, and we’ll confirm our next opponents once the draw has been made.

Separately, our away fixture at Emley, originally scheduled for Saturday 20th December, will now be played on Friday 19th December, 7:45pm KO. This change has been agreed between the clubs.

We thank supporters for their understanding and continued backing, and we’ll keep you updated as further fixture details are confirmed.

Bradford (Park Avenue) turn their attention to cup action this Saturday as they host Consett AFC in the FA Trophy Second Qualifying Round at the Horsfall Community Stadium.

Craig Elliott’s side come into the tie unbeaten in the league and buoyed by a dramatic 1–0 victory away at Blyth Spartans last weekend, sealed by Louie Chorlton’s late goal. With Avenue sitting top of the Northern Premier League East, the focus now shifts to knockout football, where progression in the Trophy is the target.

Visitors Consett will arrive in confident mood after climbing to third place in the league with a 4–0 win over Ashington on Tuesday night. A relentless first-half display saw them race into a three-goal lead, with Isaac Walker scoring twice alongside strikes from Brendon Daniels and Matty Todd. Compact, energetic and clinical, they showed why they are among the early-season frontrunners and will provide Avenue with a stern test.

Hospitality is available for just £15 per head, with special guests Chris Millington and Andy Cooper, part of the FA Trophy-winning management team at FC Halifax Town in 2022/23, sharing their experiences in the suite.

Match Details

Fixture: Bradford (Park Avenue) vs Consett AFC
Competition: FA Trophy – First Qualifying Round
Date: Saturday 20 September 2025
Kick-Off: 3:00pm
Venue: Horsfall Community Stadium, BD6 2NG

Admission:

• £10 Adults/Concessions
• £5 Students/Bluelight/Forces (ID required)
• £3 Youth (12–17)
• £1 Under-12s

🎟️ Tickets are available now via Fanbase:
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Join us at the Horsfall this Saturday as Avenue look to build on their strong start and continue their FA Trophy journey.

Bradford (Park Avenue) are pleased to confirm that Chris Millington and Andy Cooper will be joining us as hospitality speakers for this Saturday’s FA Trophy clash with Consett AFC at the Horsfall Community Stadium.

Chris and Andy were part of the management team that guided FC Halifax Town to victory in the 2022/23 FA Trophy Final at Wembley, one of the proudest moments in Halifax’s modern history. With their wealth of non-league experience, they will provide fascinating insight and stories from their time in the game, making this weekend’s hospitality experience even more special.

Hospitality at Horsfall offers the perfect matchday experience — a chance to enjoy pre-match food, drinks, and entertainment, while hearing from special guests before taking in Avenue’s latest FA Trophy outing.

For this fixture, we are offering hospitality at the special price of just £15 per head, making it a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the game in style while gaining exclusive behind-the-scenes insight.

Whether you are a regular in the suite or joining us for the first time, Saturday promises to be a memorable afternoon both on and off the pitch.

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Hospitality places are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Secure your place today via Fanbase:

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We look forward to welcoming you to Horsfall for what promises to be an exciting FA Trophy occasion.

Bradford (Park Avenue) are back on the road this weekend with an away trip to Blyth Spartans in the Northern Premier League East Division.

Craig Elliott’s side make the long journey to the North East on Saturday 13 September, with kick-off at 3:00pm at Croft Park.

Match Details

Blyth Spartans vs Bradford (Park Avenue)
📅 Saturday 13 September, 2025
⏰ 3:00pm Kick-Off
📍 Croft Park, Plessey Rd, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 3JE

Admission Prices

• £12 Adults
• £7 Concessions / Bluelight / Students / Ages 11–16
• Free for U10s

🎟️ Tickets available online:
https://blythspartansafc.ktckts.com/event/bly2526h04/blyth-spartans-afc-v-braford-park-avenue-afc

Supporters’ Travel

The Green Army will be running a supporters’ minibus for this fixture.

• £10 per person
• To book your place, please email: Thomas.McStravick@bpafc.com

Join us on the road as Avenue look to continue their strong start to the season

Bradford (Park Avenue) are pleased to confirm the return of experienced striker Tom Corner to the Horsfall Community Stadium.

Corner came through the ranks at Grimsby Town, making his first-team debut in the 2010/11 season before a surprise move to Spanish side Racing Portuense the following year. His career since has seen him feature across a host of Northern non-league clubs, including spells with Ossett Town, Tadcaster Albion, Buxton, Scarborough Athletic, Ossett United and, notably, Avenue themselves.

Most recently, Corner enjoyed six seasons with North Ferriby, where he proved to be a consistent performer. In the 2023/24 campaign he registered 16 goals in 45 appearances, and last term (2024/25) he made 39 appearances, finding the net 5 times.

Across his career, the 33-year-old forward has racked up nearly 400 appearances and scored over 150 goals, underlining his pedigree and experience at this level.

First Team Manager Craig Elliott was pleased to add further strength to his attacking options:

“Tom is a very experienced striker with a physical presence. We are light in central striker options so he will help us adapt in certain games. He also benefits from playing in this league over the last few years so he knows exactly what it’s about and can hit the ground running.”

Corner is equally looking forward to pulling on the green and white shirt once again:

“It’s great to get it sorted. I’ve been speaking to Craig and Tully for some time now. I’ve taken a step back from football at the start of the season because I’ve got a young family and juggling my time with football and work can be difficult. Our situations have married up to it suits both parties. I’ve always followed the club since I was last here too, so it’s great to be back and especially at a time where you can see they are doing everything they can to get back to the levels they’ve been before. Hopefully I can help with that.”

Everyone at Bradford (Park Avenue) welcomes Tom back to the club and we look forward to seeing him in action this season.

The club would also like to extend our thanks to the Bradford (Park Avenue) Development Fund for their support in making this signing possible.

Bradford (Park Avenue) return to Northern Premier League East Division action this evening as we welcome Grimsby Borough to the Horsfall Community Stadium.

Craig Elliott’s side come into the game on the back of Saturday’s FA Trophy victory over Redcar Athletic, where Avenue progressed 6–5 on penalties after a 1–1 draw in normal time. In the league, Avenue remain unbeaten and sit top of the table with 12 points from six matches, having won three and drawn three.

Grimsby Borough also arrive unbeaten in league competition, currently in sixth place with nine points from five games. With only three goals conceded so far, they have proven difficult to break down and will provide another tough test.

With both sides looking to extend their unbeaten starts, tonight’s fixture promises to be a competitive and closely-fought encounter under the lights.

Match Details

Bradford (Park Avenue) vs Grimsby Borough
Tuesday 9 September
7:45pm Kick-Off
Horsfall Community Stadium, BD6 2NG

Tickets are available online:
https://app.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Tickets/SelectType?fixtureId=14507

Family Ticket Offer – £5

• 1 Adult + 2 or 3 U18s
• 2 Adults + up to 2 U18s
  (Available only on Fanbase)

Beer Festival Finale – £2 a pint. Tonight marks the closing night of the Development Fund Beer Festival, rounding off four days of football and community.

Live Coverage

For those unable to attend, we are pleased to confirm the match will be live streamed on YouTube completely free of charge, with commentary from Lewis Sale and Chris Bell.

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/live/uFQu8jnRWCg?si=3DRipk6RU62SOplr

Alternatively, listen via AvenueOnAir, with John Helm and Andy Cooper providing full live match commentary from 7:35pm.

Listen here: https://avenueonair.mixlr.com/

Bradford (Park Avenue) return to league action this week as we host Grimsby Borough under the lights at the Horsfall Community Stadium on Tuesday 9 September, 7:45pm kick-off.

Both sides remain unbeaten in the league, but head into the match off the back of contrasting FA Trophy weekends.

Avenue progressed in dramatic fashion on Saturday, drawing 1–1 with Redcar Athletic before holding their nerve to win 6–5 on penalties. Meanwhile, Grimsby Borough exited the competition after a 3–0 defeat away to Matlock Town.

Form Guide

• Bradford (Park Avenue): Played 6 | Won 3 | Drawn 3 | Goals For 9 | Goals Against 3 | Points 12 (1st place)
• Grimsby Borough: Played 5 | Won 2 | Drawn 3 | Goals For 6 | Goals Against 3 | Points 9 (6th place)

Craig Elliott’s men remain top of the Northern Premier League East Division and will be aiming to carry their unbeaten league run forward in front of the Green Army. Grimsby, who also boast an unbeaten league record, have proved hard to beat with just three goals conceded.

Match Details

Bradford (Park Avenue) vs Grimsby Borough
📅 Tuesday 9 September
⏰ Kick-Off: 7:45pm
📍 Horsfall Community Stadium, BD6 2NG

🎟️ Tickets available online now:
👉 https://app.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Tickets/SelectType?fixtureId=14507

Family Ticket Offer – Just £5!

We’re pleased to confirm a special family ticket for Tuesday’s game:

• Must include at least 1 adult
• Option A: 1 Adult + 2 or 3 U18s
• Option B: 2 Adults + up to 2 U18s

This deal offers the perfect opportunity to bring the family to the Horsfall and back the lads under the lights.

Beer Festival Finale

The fixture also coincides with the final day of the Avenue Development Fund Beer Festival, which has run across the weekend.

🍻 Supporters can enjoy a choice of 10 ales and 2 ciders, with the bar open from 6pm until 10pm on Tuesday evening.

Back the Lads

With Avenue sitting top of the table, Grimsby unbeaten in the league, and the Beer Festival drawing to a close, it promises to be a fantastic evening of football and community spirit at the Horsfall.

👉 Secure your tickets now: https://app.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Tickets/SelectType?fixtureId=14507