RETRO SPORT: pictures from Orrell RUFC's last match at Edge Hall Road
By Michelle Adamson
Published 10th Sep 2023, 04:55 BST
Edge Hall Road became the permanent home of Orrell RUFC in 1950, replacing several locations previously used by the club, including Kitt Green and Abbey Lakes. The team played their last match at the ground in 2007 to tearful supporters and former players who were involved when Orrell were one of the top clubs in the country before the professional era.
Orrell take to the field for the last time at Edge Hall Road on Saturday 21st of April 2007 to play Morley in a National 3 North League fixture. Photo: Frank Orrell
Orrell supporters Peter, Thomas and Gill Coon watch their team at Edge Hall Road for the last time. Peter also used to coach junior teams and Thomas played from being 9 and latterly for the first team. Photo: Frank Orrell