North Warwickshire Junior Football Team receives cash boost

A North Warwickshire football team has secured funding from a national housebuilder.

Bedworth Eagles Fliers has received a £3,000 donation from Persimmon Homes Central.

The team, who play at St Michael’s Primary School, was established in 2023 and plays in the Nuneaton and Bedworth league.

Commenting on the funding, Poppy, parent at Bedworth Eagles Fliers Football Club said: “We heard about the Persimmon Homes Community Champions scheme and decided to apply. We couldn’t believe it when we received the phone call to say we had been successful. The team are delighted and will be using the finds for resources, enriching experiences and development opportunities to strengthen and build on the team’s existing skills.

Presenting the cheque to the team was Ronan Woodbine, Technical Manager at Persimmon Homes Central who added: “What we do is much more than just building homes. Through our Community Champions Scheme, each of our 29 regional businesses donates £6,000 a quarter to local causes. I’m excited to support Bedworth Eagles as we know it’s going to make a big difference and wish them all the best for the remainder of the season.”

Cllr Rob Roze, Nuneaton and Bedworth Council attended the presentation and commented: “Bedworth Eagles Fliers is a fantastic community club where coaches, volunteers and families putting in the hours so our young people can enjoy football and stay active. Big thanks to everyone at Bedworth Eagles Fliers for what you do for children and young people across Bedworth.  It really makes a genuine difference!”

Persimmon Homes and its’ premium brand, Charles Church, is currently building homes at Hospital Lane in Bedworth.