Bolton Town Sharples Matchday Guide
Matchday standards, every pitch layout, equipment, Respect barriers, Samba goals, pack-down and final checks—all in one place.
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Parent Hub
Everything Bolton Town parents and carers need in one place—from club standards and safeguarding to kit information and matchday guidance.
Player registration and payments
TeamFeePay – Player Accounts
All Bolton Town FC players must have a TeamFeePay account. We use it for player registration and payments. Please keep your details up to date; if you’re new to the club, create an account to get started.
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What does it cost?
A quick guide to the main costs of joining Bolton Town FC. Membership, subscriptions and kit purchases are separate payments.
PER YEAR
Annual membership
£15
Annual membership
£15 per player, per year. The handbook lists 1 July as the renewal date for future seasons.
PAID MONTHLY
Monthly subscriptions
£15–£25
Junior subscriptions
Junior subscriptions are paid on the first of each month:
- Tots£15 per month
- U6£20 per month
- U7–U12£25 per month
For other age groups, please confirm the subscription with the club before joining.
TRAINING BUNDLE
Kit purchases
£35
New bundle · £22 previously worn
The training bundle costs £35 new or £22 previously worn, subject to availability. It includes a navy quarter-zip sweatshirt, navy shorts and navy/yellow socks.
Club-supplied sponsored kit is separate from this purchase. See the kit guidance for ordering and return information.
OPTIONAL COATS
Optional items
£50 / £58
Junior / adult sizes
Winter coats are optional: £50 for junior sizes or £58 for adult sizes. These are an additional purchase, separate from membership and subscriptions.
Looking for WanderHERS? Annual membership is £15, with training and matchdays charged at £5 each. Your first session is free. View the WanderHERS joining information →
For full membership and subscription details:Read the membership handbook (PDF) ↗. For current kit options, see the Parents’ Hub kit section.
A guide for parents
Understanding junior football
Smaller teams, pitches and footballs help children learn the game as they grow. Here’s a quick guide to the FA’s junior formats for the 2026/27 season. “5v5” means five players on each side.
| Age group | Players per side | Match-length guide | Ball size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 7 | 3v3 | 6–10 minutes per game | Size 3 |
| Under 8–Under 9 | 5v5 | Up to 40 minutes | Size 3 |
| Under 10–Under 11 | 7v7 | Up to 50 minutes | Size 3 |
| Under 12–Under 13 | 9v9 | Up to 60 minutes | Size 4 |
| Under 14 and older | 11v11 | 70–90 minutes, depending on age | Size 5 |
These are the FA’s age-group formats and match-length guidelines, rather than a fixture timetable. Leagues set their playing arrangements within FA rules; your coach will confirm the format and match length for your team. Younger children start with fun activities and training before organised matches.
Useful information
Parent Hub
Start with the practical matchday information, then find kit details, club standards and approved policies.
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Matchday guides
Separate guidance for Bolton Town families and teams visiting Sharples.
Visiting Teams Guide
Directions, parking, pitch locations, facilities and venue rules for opponents and spectators coming to Sharples.
View the visiting guideLeague information
BBDFL and ELFA fixtures, league documents and matchday guidance.
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Venues & directions
Find the correct entrance, parking area and Astro before travelling. Your team coach will confirm which venue and time applies.
Home venue
Sharples School
Hill Cot Road, Bolton, BL1 8SNUse the club’s full Sharples guide for parking, pitches, facilities and venue rules.
Training venue
Turton School
Bromley Cross Road, Bromley Cross, Bolton, BL7 9LTAccess the Astro at the rear of the school via the entrance on Chapeltown Road.
Training venue
Canon Slade School
Bradshaw Brow, Bolton, BL2 3BPFollow the entrance straight up to the large car park. The pitch is up the hill behind the school.
Canon Slade footwear: Astro trainers or normal trainers only. No studs or blades are permitted on the astroturf.
Training venue
Thornleigh Salesian College
Sharples Park, Bolton, BL1 6PQAccess the Astro from Moss Lane. The car park is on the left and the pitch is on the right of the road.
WanderHERS home venue
Bolton Arena
Arena Approach, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6LBPark on either side of the main entrance, then walk around the back of the Arena to the far astroturf pitches, shown in the top-left corner of the image.
03 · Kit and clothing
Bolton Town training kit
Training kit helps every player feel part of one club and ensures we arrive at sessions looking united as Bolton Town.
The complete training bundle costs £35 and includes a navy quarter-zip sweatshirt, navy training shorts and navy-and-yellow training socks. A limited number of previously worn bundles are available for £22.
The poster also includes prices for replacement items and winter coats, together with ordering and payment information.
£35New training bundle
£22Previously worn bundle
Please note: contact Suzanne before paying for a previously worn bundle, as sizes are subject to availability.
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Optional club clothing
Bolton Town winter coats
Club-branded winter coats are available for players who would like one. They are optional and are available in junior and adult sizes.
£50Junior sizes
£58Adult sizes
Open the poster for ordering and payment information.
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Club standards and policies
The standards that help make Bolton Town welcoming, safe and enjoyable.
Club handbook · PDF
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Bolton Town FC Membership Handbook
Essential information for parents and carers, including club contacts, venues, membership, subscriptions, standards, kit requirements and payment details.
England Football · The Grassroots CodeRespect the standardFive simple standards for everyone at grassroots football: enjoy the game, give respect, be inclusive, work together and play safe.Explore The Grassroots Code Watch the official Grassroots Code video · 1 min 27 sec
England Football’s short film about positive behaviour across grassroots football.
Player health: England Football’s Female Health Hub has guidance for women and girls.
Social media, photography and digital communications policy
Club rules for responsible sharing, consent, photography, video and communication with under-18s.
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How Bolton Town FC protects children, responds to concerns and works with Manchester FA and statutory services.
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How Bolton Town FC prevents bullying, handles reports and supports children and adults affected by harmful behaviour.
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Essential welfare guidance and routes for raising a concern.
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Leaving the Club
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We're always sorry to see a player leave Bolton Town FC. If there's a reason your child is thinking of leaving, or an issue we may be able to help with, please speak to your team manager, coach or any member of the committee.
1. Return all club-supplied kit
All club-supplied kit must be returned directly to the return address below before a TeamFeePay leaving request can be approved.
- Blue Lloyds Living sponsored training top
- Sponsored black rain jacket
- Sponsored black 1/4 zip top
- Home and away match shirts, shorts and socks
- Any other club- or sponsor-provided kit
- Winter coats (where applicable)
Purchased kit, including the £35 training bundle, does not need to be returned.
2. Kit return address
24 Dimple ParkEgerton
Bolton
BL7 9QE
Please do not leave club kit with a coach, manager or another parent. Returning it directly means it can be checked back in straight away.
3. TeamFeePay and payments
Once all club-supplied kit has been returned, the TeamFeePay leaving request can be approved. If a scheduled payment falls due before the kit is returned and the leaving process is completed, it may still be taken. Any additional payment taken after you have told us your child is leaving will be refunded once all club kit has been returned.
Not sure what needs to come back? Please check with the club before submitting the leaving request so we can help get everything sorted as smoothly as possible.
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