North Ferriby United rose from village-pitch obscurity to win the FA Trophy at Wembley in 2015—then collapsed financially and dissolved in 2019. Within weeks, supporters formed a new club from the ashes. If you’ve been confused about which North Ferriby club is which—or why the name keeps changing—this guide lays out exactly what happened and what the current club looks like today.
Founded (original club): 1934 (as North Ferriby United A.F.C.) · Founded (current club): 2019 (as North Ferriby F.C.) · Highest league tier (original): National League North (Step 2) · Current league (current): Northern Premier League East Division (Step 4) · Home stadium: Grange Lane, North Ferriby HU14 3AB
Quick snapshot
- Original club founded in 1934, wound up 15 March 2019 (UK Companies House (government insolvency register))
- FA Trophy winners on 29 March 2015 after 5–4 penalty win over Wrexham (The FA (governing body match record))
- Phoenix club North Ferriby F.C. announced 20 April 2019 (Wikipedia (aggregated historical record))
- Exact player wages for either club (not publicly disclosed)
- Full breakdown of debts that led to the 2019 winding-up order beyond the £7,645.25 court figure
- Whether North Ferriby F.C. has formally adopted the original club’s honours and records
- 1934 → original club founded
- 29 March 2015 → Wembley FA Trophy win
- 15 March 2019 → court-ordered liquidation
- 20 April 2019 → phoenix club formation announced
- 2019–20 → new club enters Northern Counties East League
- 2023–24 → promoted to Northern Premier League
- Current 2025–26 season fixtures available on club website (North Ferriby FC (official pricing page))
- Adult tickets £9, concessions £5–7, under-18s £2 (North Ferriby FC (official pricing page))
- Follow @NorthFerribyFC on X for live match updates (North Ferriby FC (official pricing page))
The table below contrasts the original North Ferriby United A.F.C. with its successor North Ferriby F.C. across key dimensions from founding through to today’s operations.
| Detail | Original club (1934–2019) | Current club (2019–present) |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | North Ferriby United Association Football Club | North Ferriby Football Club |
| Founded | 1934 | 2019 |
| Dissolved | 15 March 2019 (court winding-up) | Still active |
| Highest league reached | National League North (Step 2) | Northern Premier League East (Step 4) |
| Home ground | Grange Lane, North Ferriby | Grange Lane, North Ferriby HU14 3AB |
| Notable achievement | FA Trophy winners 2015 (Wembley) | NCEL Premier Division champions 2022–23 |
| Corporate status | North Ferriby United Limited | Newly incorporated entity |
What is the history of North Ferriby United and why was it dissolved?
North Ferriby United A.F.C. began life in 1934 as North Ferriby F.C., a village club in the East Riding of Yorkshire. The club adopted the “United” suffix in December 2010 following a shareholders’ vote to become North Ferriby United Limited (North Ferriby FC (official club history)). For decades the club climbed England’s non-league ladder, accumulating promotion after promotion until it reached the National League North—then the fifth tier of English football.
Early years and rise through the leagues
From village football roots, North Ferriby United steadily improved. Long-standing local fixtures date back to early 20th-century reports, including matches played on consecutive days over holiday periods, showing the club’s deep community embedding (North Ferriby FC (official club history)). The club’s transformation into a limited company in 2010 was a common step for non-league clubs seeking commercial structure.
Peak achievements and FA Cup runs
The club’s finest hour came on 29 March 2015, when North Ferriby United defeated Wrexham 5–4 on penalties after a 3–3 draw at Wembley Stadium to win the FA Trophy for the first time (The FA (governing body match record)). The win remains the club’s most significant national honour, celebrated to this day by the current phoenix club (North Ferriby FC (social media heritage post)).
The 2015 FA Trophy win gave North Ferriby United national recognition—and a Wembley day that still defines the club’s identity even after dissolution. The victory elevated the village club’s profile beyond what its modest resources could sustain long-term.
Financial difficulties and dissolution in 2019
The club’s rise proved difficult to sustain. After relegation from the National League, North Ferriby United competed in the Northern Premier League for the 2018–19 season with only 10 points from 33 games when the end came. A winding-up petition was filed on 18 January 2019, and the court ordered the club wound up on 15 March 2019 due to outstanding debts of £7,645.25 (UK Companies House (government insolvency register)). The remaining fixtures were cancelled. Liquidation concluded on 5 February 2020, and the company was formally dissolved on 11 May 2020.
How does North Ferriby F.C. differ from the original North Ferriby United?
North Ferriby Football Club is a separate legal entity formed by supporters within weeks of the original club’s dissolution. While it inherits the village’s football tradition, it is a new club with no direct corporate continuation from North Ferriby United Limited.
Formation and ownership structure
On 20 April 2019, it was announced that a new phoenix club had been formed and granted approval to play in the Northern Counties East Football League from the 2019–20 season (Wikipedia (aggregated historical record)). The club describes itself explicitly as a phoenix entity created after the old club’s demise to continue football in the village (North Ferriby FC (official club history)).
League level and current performance
North Ferriby F.C. started in Northern Counties East League Division One in 2019, won Division One runner-up in 2021–22, then captured the NCEL Premier Division title in 2022–23 to earn promotion to the Northern Premier League for 2023–24 (Football Club History Database (historical competition records)). The club now competes at Step 4 of the non-league pyramid—two tiers below where the original club peaked.
Stadium and fan base continuity
The new club plays at Grange Lane, North Ferriby HU14 3AB—the same ground used by its predecessor. This physical continuity is central to the club’s claim on heritage. Ticket prices for the 2025–26 Northern Premier League East season are set at £9 for adults, £7 for over-65s, £2 for under-18s, and free for disabled supporters including a carer (North Ferriby FC (official pricing page)).
North Ferriby F.C. is not a legal continuation of North Ferriby United—it is a separate club. But it shares the ground, the village, and the 2015 FA Trophy memory. The distinction matters legally but fans treat the heritage as continuous.
What are the current fixtures, players, and tickets for North Ferriby F.C.?
For fans wanting to attend a match, North Ferriby F.C. offers straightforward access. Fixtures are published on the club’s official website and can also be tracked through live score aggregators such as Sofascore.
Upcoming match schedule and season calendar
The Northern Premier League East Division runs a standard season structure with home and away matches scheduled weekly. The league’s official website maintains current fixtures and results for North Ferriby FC (Northern Counties East Football League (league administrator)). For live updates during matches, the club’s X (Twitter) account @NorthFerribyFC provides kickoff alerts and goal notifications.
Squad information and key players
Squad lists including player positions and basic statistics are available on the club website and through football data platforms. The club competes at Step 4 with a squad mix of experienced non-league players and younger local talent.
Ticket prices and how to purchase
Matchday admission at Grange Lane for the 2025–26 season costs £9 for adults, £7 for over-65s, and £2 for under-18s, with free entry for disabled supporters and their carers (North Ferriby FC (official pricing page)). Tickets can be purchased online in advance or on matchday at the club’s Sir Bobby Robson Lounge—for some fixtures, advance purchase is required rather than turnstile entry on the day.
Advance tickets are mandatory for certain home fixtures. Check the club’s social media before travelling to avoid being turned away at the gate.
What this means: watching non-league football at North Ferriby is genuinely affordable—a fraction of what Premier League or even Championship clubs charge—and the matchday experience centres on community rather than spectacle.
Timeline
The timeline below tracks key dates in the original club’s history and the new phoenix club’s formation and rise through the league system.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 1934 | North Ferriby United A.F.C. founded (originally as North Ferriby F.C.) |
| 6 December 2010 | Shareholders vote to incorporate as North Ferriby United Limited |
| 29 March 2015 | Win FA Trophy at Wembley, defeating Wrexham 5–4 on penalties |
| 2015–16 | Promoted to National League North (Step 2) |
| 18 May 2020 | Winding-up petition filed against North Ferriby United Limited |
| 15 May 2020 | Court orders club wound up; remaining fixtures cancelled |
| 20 May 2020 | North Ferriby F.C. (phoenix club) announced and accepted into NCEL |
| 5 May 2020 | North Ferriby United Limited liquidation concluded |
| 11 May 2020 | North Ferriby United Limited officially dissolved |
| 2019–20 | North Ferriby F.C. enters Northern Counties East League Division One |
| 2021–22 | North Ferriby F.C. finishes as NCEL Division One runner-up |
| 2022–23 | North Ferriby F.C. wins NCEL Premier Division, promoted to Northern Premier League |
| 2023–24 onward | North Ferriby F.C. competes in Northern Premier League East (Step 4) |
Confirmed facts versus rumours
Research confidence for this topic is low in some areas, which means some common assumptions remain unverified or disputed. The table below separates what is confirmed from what is still unclear.
Confirmed
- North Ferriby United folded on 15 March 2019 (court winding-up order)
- North Ferriby F.C. was formed on 20 April 2019
- Home ground is Grange Lane, North Ferriby HU14 3AB
- Current league is Northern Premier League East Division (Step 4)
- 2025–26 admission: £9 adults, £7 over-65s, £2 under-18s
Unclear
- Exact player wages for either club (not publicly disclosed)
- Full financial breakdown behind the original club’s £7,645.25 debt
- Whether North Ferriby F.C. has formally adopted the old club’s honours
- Future plans for merging or rebranding
What people say
“Your 2015 FA Trophy winners – North Ferriby United.”
— North Ferriby FC, Facebook post celebrating the original club’s Wembley victory
“The transformation of North Ferriby United into North Ferriby United Limited in 2010, and later the existence of North Ferriby FC, illustrates a typical English non-league pattern of club incorporation followed by phoenix re-formation after insolvency.”
— Football Club History Database, analysis of non-league club patterns
“North Ferriby United football club was wound up at a court hearing this morning.”
— North Ferriby FC, X (Twitter) post on 15 April 2019 announcing the liquidation
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The phoenix club now competes at Step 4, a level just below the nearby professional club nearby professional club Grimsby Town in the National League.
Frequently asked questions
Is North Ferriby United the same as North Ferriby F.C.?
No. North Ferriby United A.F.C. was dissolved by court order on 15 March 2019. North Ferriby F.C. is a separate club formed in April 2019 by supporters. They share the ground, village, and some heritage, but have different legal corporate identities.
What league does North Ferriby F.C. play in?
North Ferriby F.C. currently competes in the Northern Premier League East Division, which is Step 4 of the English non-league football pyramid.
How much are tickets for North Ferriby F.C. matches?
For the 2025–26 season, matchday admission costs £9 for adults, £7 for over-65s, £2 for under-18s, and is free for disabled supporters including a carer. Some fixtures require advance purchase.
Where does North Ferriby F.C. play?
The club’s home ground is Grange Lane, North Ferriby, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU14 3AB—the same location used by the original North Ferriby United.
What was North Ferriby United’s biggest achievement?
The club’s most significant honour was winning the FA Trophy at Wembley on 29 March 2015, defeating Wrexham 5–4 on penalties after a 3–3 draw.
How can I follow North Ferriby F.C. for live updates?
The club’s official X (Twitter) account @NorthFerribyFC posts matchday updates, fixture announcements, and result notifications.
Why did North Ferriby United dissolve?
North Ferriby United was wound up by court order on 15 March 2019 due to outstanding debts. The specific causes behind those debts are not fully documented in public sources beyond the headline figure of £7,645.25.
Does North Ferriby F.C. claim the 2015 FA Trophy win as part of its history?
The current club’s social media posts celebrate “2015 FA Trophy winners – North Ferriby United” as part of the village’s football heritage. However, formally adopting the honours and records of a dissolved club is a separate legal matter that sources do not confirm has been resolved.
Elias Norberg
Football Data & Research Lead — Elias Norberg is responsible for research structure, statistical consistency, and source verification across FootyPedia. He focuses on player records, club histories, match context, and the accuracy of dates, names, transfers, and competition details.