Looking to connect with fellow referees near you?
Our County Durham family is made up of five local Referees’ Associations (RAs) — each one here to support, train, and encourage you on your refereeing journey.
Below you’ll find the meeting times, venues, and contact details for each local RA. Whether you’re a brand-new official or a seasoned referee, you’ll find a warm welcome at every meeting.
Bishop Auckland Referees’ Association
Contact: Simon Clayton
📞 07534 643246
✉️ claytonsimon@sky.com
Meetings: 3rd Thursday of every month
Venue: Heritage Park, Bishop Auckland FC, DL14 9AE
Durham City Referees’ Association
Contact: Iain Forsyth
✉️ durhamcityra@outlook.com
Meetings: 2nd Monday of every month
Venue: Belmont WMC, Grange Road, Carrville, Durham, DH1 1AJ
Gateshead Referees’ Association
Contact: R. Croysdale, Esq.
📞 0191 4887271
✉️ roland.2.c@btinternet.com
Meetings: 3rd Monday of every month
Venue: Nursery House Club, Bensham
Hartlepool Referees’ Association
Contact: T. Harrington
📞 07815 729392
✉️ hartlepoolra@gmail.com
Meetings: 1st Monday of every month
Venue: FC Hartlepool, Grayfields Enclosure, Jesmond Road, TS24 8PJ
North West Durham Referees’ Association
Contact: Connor Scott
📞 07582 500257
✉️ connors94@hotmail.co.uk
Meetings: 2nd Monday of every month
Venue: Phoenix Club, Blooms Avenue, Stanley, DH9 8AE
📍 See Them on the Map
Use our interactive Google Map below to find your nearest local RA. Click a pin for contact details and directions!
✅ Join Your Local RA Today
Attending your local RA meeting is the best way to:
✔️ Meet other referees
✔️ Get advice and mentoring
✔️ Stay up to date with the Laws of the Game
✔️ Have your say in local refereeing matters
We’d love to welcome you — just get in touch with your local contact or come along to the next meeting.