CHORLEY STORIES

All Episodes

Explore the full archive of Chorley Stories. Every conversation is a piece of our community's history.

EPISODES

Episode - Bernard Wilson

Sixty Years on the Terrace

Bernard Wilson has followed Chorley FC for more than six decades. In this conversation he shares memories of legendary players, unforgettable away days, selling programmes for 25 years, and why he still gets a buzz every time he walks into Victory Park.

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Episode · Alan House & David Pickup

From Snowy Pitches to Promotion Dreams

In this lively conversation, Alan House and David Pickup share memories of Chorley FC’s greatest teams, legendary players, famous cup ties and the fans who never let the club fade away. It is a warm and honest reflection on what supporting your local club really means.

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Episode - Dave Haslam

A Lifetime in Black and White

Dave Haslam shares his journey through Chorley FC, from childhood memories at Victory Park to coaching across different eras of the club. He talks about youth development, memorable players, changing standards in non-league football and why long-term thinking matters so much.

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Episode · George Mariner

Where It All Began

George Mariner reflects on the early days of his father Paul Mariner’s football journey, which began at Chorley FC. From kicking a ball against the garage as a boy to being spotted by scouts and going on to play for England, this is the story of how a small club helped launch a remarkable career.

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WHY IT MATTERS

These Stories Deserve To Be Heard

Football clubs don't just exist on a pitch. They live in the memories of the people around them, the families who have followed the same club for generations, the volunteers who give their Saturdays without a second thought, the players who came through the ranks and never forgot where they started.

Victory Park is more than a ground. It's where people belong. Chorley Stories exists to preserve that, to make sure the voices of our community are recorded, respected, and shared for years to come.