COLNE travel to the north east to kick off their FA Cup campaign against Ashington.

Manager John Lister, whose side are on a high after their 3-0 drubbing of Castleton Gabriels on Wednesday, welcomes back George Craddock from Chorley, who was one of the stars of last season's NWCL Division Two campaign.

Lister has made other new signings in Andy Banner and Andy Bennett, recently signed from Leigh RMI. Former Burnley pro Wayne Dowell and Andy Ramskill are also new additions.

Colne beat amateur side Brierfield Celtic 12-1 last weekend with goals from Craddock (four), Jonathan Irvine (four), and there was also a brace for Bennett.

Lister said: "I have no doubt that when everyone is fit and the full squad is available for selection then we will get our season up and running."