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If you’re a football fan in Derbyshire that’s in any way disillusioned with the sport, a trip to Staveley MWFC may just help to rekindle your love for the game.

As a season ticket holder at a Premier League club, I’m all too aware that football at the highest levels in this country is becoming increasingly expensive and inaccessible for many.

I’ve visited most of the non-league teams across Derbyshire, from Mickleover and Matlock to New Mills and Heanor, searching for a more authentic and less financially-motivated footballing fix.

Community focus, fantastic facilities and a cheap day out - why football fans should pay a visit to Staveley Miners Welfare FC in 2024