Club overview

Hemsworth Miners Welfare represent Hemsworth and the surrounding area in West Yorkshire. The club’s return to the NCEL follows its time away from the league, with the club continuing to compete in senior non-league football.

Home ground: Just Football MDC Sports Stadium

Address: Prince Drive, Fitzwilliam, Pontefract, WF9 5FD.

The NCEL ground guide lists a grass pitch, clubhouse and club shop, with a stated capacity of 2,000, including cover and seating for 100 each. Check current arrangements with the club before travelling.

Getting there

By train: Fitzwilliam station is listed as approximately a quarter of a mile from the ground. The league guide describes a walking route from the station via the footpath and local streets towards Prince Drive.

By car: The published directions approach from the A1(M) at Junction 38, following the A638 towards Doncaster and Hemsworth before continuing towards Fitzwilliam and Prince Drive.

Club history

The league lists Hemsworth Miners Welfare as founded in 1981, with NCEL seasons from 2008 to 2023 and again from 2026. Their nickname is the Wells and the league lists blue and white as the home colours.

Official Northern Counties East League profile for Hemsworth Miners Welfare

Admission prices, kick-off times and ground access may change. Check official club and league channels before travelling.