Hinckley Town F.C. Explained

Clubname:Hinckley Town
Fullname:Hinckley Town Football Club
Founded:19th century
Dissolved:1997 (merged with Hinckley Athletic to form Hinckley United

Hinckley Town F.C. was an English association football club based in Hinckley, England.

History

The club was the first from the town of Hinckley, being formed in the 19th century,[1] playing their games at the Holywell Ground. They played in the Leicestershire Senior League and Midland League before dissolving in 1906.

The club was re-formed in 1972 and subsequently played in the FA Cup, FA Trophy and FA Vase.[2]

In 1997 they merged with Hinckley Athletic to form Hinckley United.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Football Club History Database - Hinckley Town. fchd.info.
  2. Web site: Football Club History Database - F.A. Cup 1988-89. fchd.info.