Club overview

The club’s recorded history includes earlier years as Thorne Colliery, with league football dating back to the Yorkshire League in the 1930s. After spells in the NCEL, Central Midlands League and Humber Premier League, the club returned to the NCEL in 2024.

Home ground: Chesterfield Poultry Stadium

Address: Grange Road, Moorends, Thorne, Doncaster, DN8 4NA.

The NCEL ground guide lists a grass pitch, clubhouse, capacity of 1,200, cover for 700 and seating for 500. The guide lists admission at £6 for adults and £4 for concessions, and states that dogs are not allowed. Check current arrangements before travelling.

Getting there

By car: The league advises leaving the M18 at Junction 6, following the A614 and then North Common Road, Moorends Road and Grange Road. The league specifically warns visitors to approach via Grange Road because some sat-nav routes may direct drivers to a closed back lane.

By public transport: The league guide lists Thorne North station and bus services from Doncaster, followed by a walk from the local bus stop. Check current train and bus timetables before setting off.

Club history and honours

Recorded honours include the Yorkshire League title in 1946/47, multiple Doncaster & District Senior League titles, the Humber Premier League title in 2023/24 and the Central Midlands League Floodlit Cup in 2022/23. The club also reached the FA Cup third qualifying round in 1927/28.

Official Northern Counties East League profile for Club Thorne Colliery

Check official club and league channels for current fixtures, admission prices and visitor information.