Northwood play the last game of an often difficult Pitching-In Southern League Division One Central season on Saturday, when they travel to meet play-off club Barton Rovers. Acting joint managers Jack Smith and Jon-Jo Bates turned the Woods’ campaign around after taking over from Gary Meakin, and deserve the plaudits for what they achieved! It would be good to sign off the season in style!

Kick-off is 3.00 p.m. at Sharpenhoe Road, Barton-Le-Clay, Bedfordshire MK45 4SD.

If you can’t make it to that game, Hayes & Hillingdon are in action at The Skyline Roofing Stadium, when they take on Kensington Dragons in a Middlesex County League fixture, kick-off 2.00 p.m. –  and admission is Free! The C & G Scaffolding clubhouse will be open for food and refreshments before, during and after the match; please note: cash only!!

24 April 2025

It was the Woods' final home match of the season at The Skyline Roofing Stadium this afternoon, but visitors Kings Langley spoiled Northwood's celebrations of avoiding relegation when they scored a late winner to boost their own chances of staying up.

An end-to-end entertaining match watched by a good crowd saw Kings Langley lead at the break, but goals from Manny Foralin and Devonte Toutsaut within seven minutes of the restart put Woods in front - only for Langley to level then snatch the winner in stoppage time; 2-3 to the visitors.

The match report and photos are here.

21 April 2025

A strong performance at North Leigh this afternoon confirmed the Woods' place at Step 4 next season, as they were 4-1 winners in Oxfordshire in their Pitching-In Southern League Division One Central fixture.

Acting Managers Jack Smith and Jon-Jo Bates have really turned around the club's fortunes, and this was their fourth win in the last five outings. All the goals came in the first half, with Rio Connell scoring twice and one apiece from skipper Troy Perez-Duah and Sam Folarin from the penalty spot.

The match report and photos are here.

19 April 2025

The Woods took another major step towards step four safety with a comfortable 3-0 Pitching-In Southern League Central Division victory over seventh-placed Leighton Town as they notched a third win at The Skyline Roofing Stadium inside eight days.

Northwood couldn’t have made a better start to the game as straight from the kick-off Hassan Jalloh carried the ball forward before slipping it through to Troy Perez-Duah, who scored from a tight angle - and there was just 13 seconds on the clock! Second half goals from Sam Folarin and Josh Williams wrapped up the points for Jack Smith and Jon-Jo Bates' revitalised squad, who moved six points away from the drop with this win, with three matches left to play.

The match report and photos are here.

12 April 2025

A ground sharing opportunity at The Skyline Roofing Stadium has arisen with Northwood FC, who are now inviting enquiries from local clubs seeking to use the ground and facilities for the 2025/26 season onwards.

The stadium is rated one of the best at Step 4, with excellent dressing rooms and quality clubhouse serving food and drink on matchdays.

Interested clubs are invited to contact club secretary Alan Evans on 07960 744349 or alan.evansnfc@btopenworld.com.

11 April 2025

Northwood held off a late rally from play-off seeking Thame United to secure back-to-back Pitching-In Southern League Central Division wins for the first time this season and three more valuable points in their bid for step four survival after a superb performance at The Skyline Roofing Stadium on Tuesday.

The Woods were 3-0 up through an eighth minute Lewis Thorne own goal, Samuel Folarin (30 minutes) and Joshua Williams (77 minutes) and they also saw a penalty saved before two very late Thame goals pulled it back to 3-2, and Northwood held on.

The match report and photos are here.

9 April 2025

We are thrilled to announce our partnership with L&Y Dental, a premier private dental practice located in the heart of Northwood.

Co-founded by Dr Yasmin Anaboussi and Lakshmi Rao, L&Y Dental is dedicated to providing bespoke dentistry with patient care at its core in the heart of Northwood. Their comprehensive range of services includes general dentistry, hygiene, Invisalign, implants, composite bonding, and more, all under one roof.

L&Y Dental's commitment to utilising state-of-the-art technology and offering flexible payment options ensures that high-quality dental treatments are accessible to everyone. Their patient-centric approach has transformed traditional dental visits into a spa-like experience, making every appointment comfortable and stress-free.

Conveniently located at 46 Green Lane, Northwood, HA6 2QB, L&Y Dental is just a short walk from Northwood underground station and offers ample parking options nearby. To learn more or to book an appointment, visit their website or call 0203 325 4581.

We are proud to collaborate with L&Y Dental and look forward to achieving great smiles together!

6 April 2025

Northwood had a storming victory over Biggleswade at The Skyline Roofing Stadium this afternoon as they continued their efforts to retain their Pitching-In Southern League Central Division status for next season.

The rampant Woods blasted five goals in the opening 45 minutes after Jon-Jo Bates opened the scoring in 11 minutes. Further scores came from Troy Perez-Duah, Sam Folarin, Rio Connell and Jon-Jo, before Sam wrapped up the game in the second half with his second of the game and eighth of the season. The match report and photos are here.

With Leverstock Green also winning, 2-0 against bottom side North Leigh who are now officially relegated, it's still very tight at the bottom, with Northwood still in the bottom three on goal difference - but with Tuesday's home game against Thame in hand.

5 April 2025

Congratulations to the Woods’ Sunday Under 18s side who this evening won the Middlesex FA Youth Cup by beating Norsemen 2-0 in the final, which was played at The Skyline Roofing Stadium!

Michael Kelly and Riley Loveday scored second half goals for Northwood, to help Woods lift the trophy, and our photo shows the squad celebrating with the cup.

3 April 2025

Northwood were defeated by a single goal by Leverstock Green in tonight's crucial Pitching-In Southern League Division One Central fixture. Leverstock's victory pushed Woods back into the bottom three with six games left to play. The crucial goal came following a 54th minute free-kick which was headed home, leaving Northwood with a real battle to maintain their status.

Joint acting manager Jack Smith commented: “We simply were not good enough but we have to stick together and push on forward as a group. We have six cup finals to play.”

The photos and match report are here.

1 April 2025

Jack Smith and Jon Jo Bates have stepped up to take over the helm at The Skyline Roofing Stadium, and they have already made a positive impact, with a fine 5-2 win at Kidlington following a midweek draw with Barton Rovers.

“Both myself and Jon Jo were asked to take the team and we took the role with open arms,” Smith told the Southern League website. “There was no hesitation whatsoever; we both care passionately about the club and we both agree that we shouldn’t be struggling in the lower reaches of the table.

“We’ve got a strong squad here with plenty of ability and we’ve been able to keep them together whilst adding a few new faces here and there and it’s been reflected with two great performances in our first couple of games.”

The League also spoke to Troy Perez-Duah, who netted his first-ever hat-trick at the weekend. “It was great to be able to help the team get an important win by contributing with a hat-trick,” he said.
“It’s the first time in my career that I’ve done it, but as the game went on, I thought it wouldn’t happen as after getting my second goal, I started seeing my efforts hit the post or being saved or blocked. Thankfully the third came right at the end and it also took me into double figures for the season, which is great.”

The full interviews can be read here.

31 March 2025

Skipper Troy Perez-Duah hit a hat-trick as Northwood won 5-2 away to Kidlington this afternoon in the crucial "six-pointer" as they battle to avoid relegation from Pitching-In Southern League Central Division.

It was a great performance from the Woods, with the squad again being guided by senior players Jon-Jo Bates and Jack Smith. Northwood led 2-1 at the break, Sam Folarin and Perez-Duah netting, and in the second half Hassan Jalloh scored in addition to the captain completing his trio before the home side scored a consolation in stoppage time.

The victory lifted Northwood out of the bottom three, and they must now focus on Tuesday's game at Leverstock Green. The match report and photos are here.

29 March 2025

Northwood gave a battling Pitching-In Southern League performance at The Skyline Roofing Stadium tonight, and were almost over the line with a win against play-offs hopefuls Barton Rovers - who equalised in stoppage time.

Senior players Jon-Jo Bates and Jack Smith took the squad for the game, and were rewarded with a positive performance, which was boosted by skipper Troy Perez-Duah's 17th minute goal. But Woods had to settle for a point, ahead of Saturday's trip to fellow strugglers Kidlington.

The match report and photos are here.

25 March 2025

Following today’s game, the Woods manager Gary Meakin has resigned his position for personal reasons which the club have had to accept.

Anyone interested in the role, should message Chairman Ian Barry on 07956 121300 as soon as possible as a swift decision needs to be made.

22 March 2025

As they continued their battle to escape the foot of the Pitching-In Southern League Central Division table, the Woods' luck was out at The Skyline Roofing Stadium this afternoon when they gave a battling, determined performance against Flackwell Heath, but still took nothing from the encounter.

Northwood might have snatched the lead in a hard-fought encounter versus the play-offs chasers, but were shocked at the death when Flackwell grabbed an 89th minute lead, then scored again in stoppage time. The match report and photos are here.

With Leverstock Green winning today, Northwood slipped into the relegation zone - and must target points from Barton Rovers' visit on Tuesday followed by successive away games at fellow strugglers Kidlington and Leverstock Green.

22 March 2025

The threat of the relegation zone remains in focus for the Woods after yet another of their Pitching-In Southern League Central Division games in hand was lost yesterday evening when Ware won 3-1 at The Skyline Roofing Stadium.

Although Samuel Folarin equalised Ware's opening goal, Northwood found themselves unable to build upon that booster, conceding a second strike on the half-hour before the visitors wrapped up their victory with a third goal in the final minute. The match report is here.

Tonight Northwood's Under 18s take on Camberley Town at The Skyline Roofing Stadium in the semi-final of the Allied Counties Youth League Cup - the Woods youngsters would welcome your support; kick-off is at 7.45 p.m.

19 March 2025

Not surprisingly, Northwood were defeated by leaders and title favourites Real Bedford in this afternoon's Pitching-In Southern League Division One Central fixture.

The well-financed Real Bedford outfit led 4-0 at the break, adding one more in the second half; the 5-0 result was the Woods' worst defeat since September 2021. The match report and photos are here.

With other sides towards the foot of the table picking up points recently, there is an important game coming up for Northwood on Tuesday evening, when Ware visit the Skyline Roofing Stadium!

15 March 2025