Padiham are holding a pre-season Sportsmans Dinner at their Arbories Memorial Sports Ground clubhouse on Friday, August 4 to help raise finances for the club.

Former Danish International and ex-Liverpool midfield player Jan Molby is the guest speaker. Willie Miller is the comedian and former Football League referee Kevin Lynch will act as MC for the evening.

Tickets are £25 and are available from secretary Alan Smith at 242 Burnley Road, Padiham or ring 01282 771963 or 07775717698.

Padiham Ladies, who will play their first-ever season in the Lancashire FA's Womens League next season, are recruiting new players, including a goalkeeper for the new season.

Players over the age of 15 on August 31 are eligible to play.