Horley Town
- Leagues Played
- Club Friendly List 3 England FA Cup Qualification 1
- Links
- horleytownfc.com Wikipedia
Results
| England FA Cup Qualification | 08/19 11:30 | - |
Horley Town v
Croydon Athletic
|
L | 0-1 | |
| Club Friendly List | 07/25 18:30 | - |
Horley Town v
Croydon
|
W | 3-0 | |
| Club Friendly List | 07/20 18:45 | - |
Dorking
v
Horley Town |
L | 3-0 | |
| Club Friendly List | 07/10 14:00 | - |
Horley Town v
Crawley Town
|
L | 1-6 |
Wikipedia - Horley Town F.C.
Horley Town Football Club is a football club based in Horley, Surrey, England. They are currently members of the Combined Counties League Premier Division South and play at the New Defence.
History
The club was established in 1896 as Horley Football Club. In 1903 they merged with Gatwick Rovers (founded in 1903), continuing under the Horley name. After winning the Surrey Junior Cup in 1924–25 the club joined the Surrey Intermediate League. They were league champions in 1926–27. After winning the Eastern Section of the league in 1950–51, the club moved up to the Surrey Senior League. However, after finishing bottom of the league in 1954–55 and were relegated back to junior football.
In 1956 Horley moved back into the intermediate leagues. They returned to the Surrey Senior League in 1971 and were renamed Horley Town in 1975. The club won both the league title and the League Cup in 1976–77, but when the league evolved into the Home Counties League in 1978, they switched to the Premier Division of the Spartan League. After three seasons in the Spartan League the club joined the Athenian League. However, the Athenian League disbanded at the end of the 1983–84 season; although most clubs joined the Isthmian League, Horley transferred to the Combined Counties League, a renamed Home Counties League.
Horley left the Combined Counties League after finishing bottom of the league in 1995–96. After playing in the Crawley & District League, they joined the Surrey County Senior League in 2002. A third-place finish in the 2002–03 season saw them promoted to the Premier Division of the Combined Counties League. At the end of the 2005–06 season the club were relegated to Division One due to ground grading issues. However, they were Division One runners-up the following season and promoted back to the Premier Division. At the end of the 2018–19 season the club were transferred to the Premier Division of the Southern Combination. Following the 2020–21 season they were transferred back to the Premier Division South of the Combined Counties League.
The team's colors are traditionally red and white, which they proudly display during home matches at their ground, the New Defence, a venue that fosters an intimate and vibrant atmosphere for supporters. Horley Town emphasizes a strong community spirit, often engaging with local schools and organizations to promote youth participation in sports.
On the pitch, the team is recognized for its competitive spirit and determination, often showcasing a blend of experienced players and promising young talent. The club's management is dedicated to fostering a positive environment that encourages skill development and teamwork, aiming to climb the ranks of the football pyramid.
With a focus on both performance and community engagement, Horley Town Football Club continues to be a source of pride for its supporters and a vital part of the local sporting landscape. Whether it's a thrilling match day or community event, Horley Town embodies the heart and soul of grassroots football in Great Britain.