Ushaw Moor Memories

Whether such a meeting with Sir Bobby comes to fruition largely depends upon your motivation and Sir Bobby’s diary and availability. He has been invited to a DAFT event that takes place at Crook Library on Thursday 3rd of April at 7 pm - so cross fingers that he and you can make it. Hopefully by now you are aware that Daft is not a derogatory term rather it is a splendid organization that protects and celebrates the magnificent and extraordinary amateur football heritage of bygone years in County Durham. Ricky George is down to attend - Newcastle fans may well recall his spectacular goal against their beloved team in the FA Cup of yesteryear. John Motson, the football commentator and soccer statistician, was said to be a possible attendee last time I heard.

A typical Daft event includes memorabilia, football material, a talk, a few films of those glorious Durham football days and who knows what else!

Did you know that shortly after the Manchester United air crash in Munich some Bishop Auckland footballers were called upon to represent Manchester United during its emergency? Keith Belton can explain more about that at the event and also convince you that there was a time when Bishop Auckland Football Club really was bigger than Chelsea.

Witton Park

Witton Park has a history that is worth learning about and the Witton Park History Group have the very people to tell it by means of a slideshow and talk. If you are part of an organization that would like an interesting presentation contact them on 01388 606543 [mobile 07719272662]. The Witton Park Website can be viewed at www.wittonpark.co.uk

Note well -to get up to date information about the Daft meeting

Ring one of the telephone numbers given in the last paragraph - you will be able to get the latest information about it.

Best wishes

Wilf Bell