Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Local Football Club in Wakefield
Established in 2000, Shepherds Arms Football Club has become a prominent fixture in West Yorkshire's local football scene. Our Sunday team entered the Wakefield Express Sunday League in 2001/02, achieving our first major success in 2004/05 with a Division 4 League Cup victory and promotion to Division 3. The 2005/06 season saw strategic player additions to sustain our upward trajectory. Our Saturday team, AFC Shepherds Arms, formed in 2005 after absorbing Wakefield City IV's squad, currently competes in Division 1 of the Wakefield & District FA League. Under the leadership of Steve Rowbottom, a seasoned director of Precision E Ltd, we maintain strong community ties while pursuing competitive excellence.Our dual-team structure allows participation in both Sunday and Saturday leagues, with distinctive kit sponsorships reflecting our pub-based heritage. Ground locations in Horbury provide accessible venues for our supporters, with detailed directions available for both home fixtures. Our history demonstrates resilience through divisional fluctuations, culminating in our first trophy win that marked a turning point for the club's fortunes.
Services
Sunday League Football
Saturday League Football
Youth Development Programs
Community Engagement
Tournament Participation
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in local football leagues
- Our team secured promotion and won our first league cup in 2005
- Led by experienced manager Steve Rowbottom with industry expertise
- We play in both Sunday and Saturday leagues for flexible participation
- Our club focuses on community engagement and youth development
Services
Sunday League Football
Our Sunday team competes in the Wakefield & District Sunday League. Established in 2001/02, we secured promotion to Division 3 after winning the 2004/05 Division 4 League Cup. The team consistently aims for higher divisional placements while maintaining community engagement through regular fixtures.
Saturday League Football
AFC Shepherds Arms participates in the Wakefield & District FA League since 2005. Formed from Wakefield City IV's disbanded squad, we currently compete in Division 1 with aspirations for Premier Division promotion. Our all-blue kits reflect direct pub sponsorship and local supporter traditions.
Community Engagement
We maintain strong ties with Horbury residents through accessible match venues and sponsorship initiatives. Our pub-based operations provide meeting spaces for supporters and facilitate fundraising activities. Regular newsletters and presentations keep the community informed about team developments and local football news.
Youth Development
While focusing on adult leagues, we support youth football through facility access and mentorship opportunities. Our experienced management team offers guidance to emerging players, and our website features football quizzes and training resources for younger audiences.
Tournament Participation
We compete in annual league cup tournaments, achieving our first victory in 2004/05 with a 5-0 win. Our teams prepare specifically for these events, with detailed match reports and trophy histories documented on our website. Cup runs generate significant supporter engagement and media coverage.
People
Steve Rowbottom
Club Director
Steve Rowbottom, known as 'The Fat Bald Kid', directs Precision E Ltd and sponsors both football teams. He manages the Sunday squad's operations and co-ordinates AFC Shepherds Arms with previous manager Chris Durham, ensuring continuity in club leadership.
Chris Durham
Joint Manager
Chris Durham, nicknamed 'Duzza', serves as joint manager for AFC Shepherds Arms. Bringing prior managerial experience from the 2005/06 season, he collaborates with Steve Rowbottom to maintain team stability and competitive performance in Division 1.
Questions
How can I join Shepherds Arms Football Club?
Contact our club secretary through our website or visit our pub in Horbury for registration details during team recruitment periods.
Where are your home matches played?
Our Sunday team plays at Horbury grounds, while Saturday matches occur at locations specified in league fixtures.
Do you offer youth football programs?
We focus on adult leagues but support local youth teams through community initiatives and facility access.
What's your kit sponsorship arrangement?
Our Sunday team wears black and white kits sponsored by Precision E Ltd, while Saturday players wear all-blue sponsored by the pub.
How do I get to your Horbury grounds?
Detailed directions from Wakefield and Huddersfield are available on our website, with specific turn-by-turn navigation provided.
What league divisions do you compete in?
Our Sunday team plays in the Wakefield & District Sunday League, while the Saturday squad competes in the Wakefield & District FA League.
