Category Archives: Bronte Wdrs

The history of football in Haworth – Part IV: Titles, cups and closure

Bronte Wanderers’ decision to pull out of the West Riding County Amateur League leaves Haworth without any local football representation. ROB GRILLO looks at the history of the sport in the village (Part 4 – 1950s-2012). Another attempt at establishing … Continue reading

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The history of football in Haworth – Part III: On the move, clubs use variety of village grounds

Bronte Wanderers’ decision to pull out of the West Riding County Amateur League leaves Haworth without any local football representation. ROB GRILLO looks at the history of the sport in the village (Part 3 – 1924-1950s). Haworth FC’s rise from … Continue reading

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The history of football in Haworth – Part II: 1,500 crowds as immigrants boost teams

Bronte Wanderers’ decision to pull out of the West Riding County Amateur League leaves Haworth without any local football representation. ROB GRILLO looks at the history of the sport in the village (Part 2 – 1919-1923). The need for a … Continue reading

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The history of football in Haworth – Part I: Oval to round ball, soccer takes over from rugby

Bronte Wanderers’ decision to pull out of the West Riding County Amateur League leaves Haworth without any local football representation. ROB GRILLO looks at the history of the sport in the village (Part 1 – 1884-1915). Even though Bronte never … Continue reading

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Steeton and Bronte lose status

Steeton and Bronte Wanderers have both been demoted in non-League football’s structure. The Football Association has decided the West Riding County Amateur League does not meet the minimum criteria for official feeder league status and has withdrawn its Step 7 … Continue reading

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