Your refereeing community in Bishop Auckland — supporting officials at every level, from local pitches to the EFL.
About Us
Welcome to Bishop Auckland RA — a welcoming community of referees who serve football across Bishop Auckland and the surrounding district.
Whether you’re new to refereeing or an experienced match official, you’ll find a friendly group ready to share advice, enjoy a good quiz, and help you develop your skills on and off the pitch. Many of our members officiate at grassroots level through to the professional leagues — and we’re proud to help referees progress at every step.
📅 Meetings
When
3rd Thursday of every month (September to May)
Time
Meetings start at 7:30pm
Where
Heritage Park, Bishop Auckland FC, DL14 9AE
Our meetings often feature:
- Inspiring guest speakers
- Fun refereeing quizzes
- Match incident discussions
- Food, drinks, and plenty of friendly conversation
👥 Our Committee
President: Keith Sutherland
Chairperson: David Jordison
Secretary: Iain Forsyth
Treasurer: Richard Sowerby
Recruitment: Richard Sowerby
Contact Us
Feel free to get in touch with our Secretary, Simon Clayton, for any questions or to join us at our next meeting.
📞 07534 643246
✉️ claytonsimon@sky.com
✅ Join Bishop Auckland RA
Come along to a meeting — you’ll find support, mentoring, and a great chance to chat all things football with fellow referees. New members are always welcome.
👉 Contact Us or simply drop by our next meeting. We look forward to welcoming you!