Did Macclesfield Town go bust?

After 12 adjournments, Macclesfield were finally wound up in the Insolvency and Companies Court earlier this month over debts exceeding £500,000. It had been a slow trudge to disaster for a club with a 146-year history and, for most fans, the news came as a crushing blow but not as a surprise.

Why did Macclesfield go bust?

The 146-year-old National League club was forced into liquidation during a hearing at the Insolvency and Companies Court on Wednesday. Judge Sebastian Prentis made a winding-up order after being told nearly £190,000 was owed in tax.

What is happening with Macclesfield Town FC?

Macclesfield to relaunch under new ownership with Robbie Savage as head of football. Macclesfield Town will relaunch as Macclesfield FC after local businessman Robert Smethurst acquired the assets of the club. Robbie Savage will serve as the head of football at the rebuilt club at Moss Rose.

What went wrong at Macclesfield?

Macclesfield Town fans say they are “devastated” after the club was wound up in the High Court over debts totalling more than £500,000. The 146-year-old National League club was forced into liquidation during a hearing at the Insolvency and Companies Court yesterday.

What happened to Gigg Lane now?

Bury FC’s Gigg Lane Stadium has been put on the market by the club’s administrators. Steven Wiseglass of Inquesta Corporate Recovery and Insolvency has appointed Fleurets to sell the club’s stadium.

Does Macclesfield Football Club still exist?

Macclesfield Football Club is an association football club based in Macclesfield, Cheshire, England. Founded on 13 October 2020 by local businessman Robert Smethurst, it is a phoenix club of the former Macclesfield Town F.C., which was wound-up after a High Court ruling on 16 September 2020.

What happens if a football club is wound up?

If a company or football club has been served a winding up petition then it usually means that all previous attempts at settling the debt have been unsuccessful. As such the creditor uses the “nuclear option” whereby they say that the club has to be wound up as it simply cannot pay its debts.

Who owns Moss Rose football ground?

Macc Football Club Limited
The stadium, 1 mile (1.6 km) south of the town centre, is on the west side of the A523 London Road. The current capacity is 6,355. It was built in 1891, making it one of the oldest grounds in England….Moss Rose.

Has Gigg Lane been sold?

ADMINISTRATORS have placed Gigg Lane up for sale, it has been announced. Agents have been appointed to sell the former Bury FC home as part of the ongoing administration process. The administration process began last November, with The Bury Times reporting that the company owed various creditors £15.2m.

What will happen to Bury FC ground?

Bury FC’s iconic Gigg Lane stadium has been put up for sale by the club’s administrator. The Shakers were plunged into administration last November – more than a year after being kicked out of the Football League.

How much do Macclesfield players earn?

The teams total wage bill is: £1,053,000 per year. £20,250 per week.

Should I move to Macclesfield?

This former mill town may have been overlooked in the past, but its evolving centre and ideal location hits the sweet spot between city and country. Macclesfield isn’t a compromise on house prices, but rather the best of both worlds: city-centre working and country living. …

Who are the players of Macclesfield Town FC?

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When did Macclesfield Town withdraw from the Football League?

Although a member of the Cheshire War-time League (1939 West Series and 1940 East Series), due to dwindling attendances and increasing debts Macclesfield withdrew from the league at the end of the 1939–40 season and no further football was played on the Moss Rose during the Second World War.

Where does Macclesfield FC play in the Premier Division?

SILKMEN SECURE NORTH WEST COUNTIES PREMIER DIVISION PLACE. Macclesfield FC can confirm that further to our league applications, the Football Association have accepted us into the North West Counties Premier Division for the 2021/22 campaign.

How much do Macclesfield FC season tickets cost?

Packages start at £125. In return for a one off payment now, people get money off the 21-22 season tickets, money off merchandise in the club shop and the new club Gym, and a range of Silkmen experiences and offers that increase the more you are able to invest.