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Morecambe’s Dave Chisnall was beaten 10-5 by Wessel Nijman in the first round of the Betfred World Matchplay at Blackpool’s Winter Gardens.

Morecambe’s unbeaten pre-season continued with a 3-0 victory away at Northern Premier League Premier Division side, Bamber Bridge.

Morecambe FC say they "strongly dispute" that a warning notice from the football regulator was justified and are taking legal advice.

Morecambe FC has become the first football club to receive a warning notice from the Independent Football Regulator (IFR).

An early Paul Lewis goal proved the difference as Morecambe made it two wins from two in pre-season with a 1-0 victory over Clitheroe.

The captain of Lancaster Cricket Club has celebrated making his international debut.

Morecambe CC progressed into the quarter finals of the Northern Premier Cricket League 40 Over Cup.

A Europe-wide sporting event dating back more than half a century is being held in Lancaster in 2027.

Morecambe FC’s fixtures for the 2026/27 National League North season have been announced.

A strength coach from Bolton-le-Sands is celebrating after being crowned world champion in Ultimate Strongman.

Morecambe’s Dave Chisnall has secured his place at the World Matchplay at the very last opportunity.

Experienced striker Joe Garner has been announced as Morecambe FC’s latest signing.

Adam Lakeland’s first game in charge ended in victory as Morecambe opened their pre-season campaign with a deserved 3-1 win away at Kendal Town.

Lloyd Smith and Siddarth Ahhuja starred with the ball to help Morecambe to a four-wicket victory over Whalley.

Striker Ronnie Blois has joined Morecambe FC on a two-year contract ahead of the 2026/27 National League North campaign, subject to FA and National League approval.

Here is the latest report of results from Lancaster Cricket Club.

An elite cycling race is set to return to Lancaster's roads on a day of entertainment, sport and family-friendly activities.

Morecambe Football Club say they’ve secured the largest stadium naming rights deal in their history.

A teenage motor racing driver from Heysham has fought off competition to win a prestigious Young Driver of the Year award.

Lancaster footballer Scott McTominay faces an anxious wait to see if Scotland make it to the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup for the first time.

Morecambe manager Adam Lakeland has completed his tenth new signing of the summer.

There’s a temporary new name for Morecambe Football Club’s stadium.

Lancaster City Football Club and Galgate Football Club have joined forces to create a clear pathway for local players to progress from youth to adult football.

There were mixed fortunes for Morecambe Cricket Club in a double header of Northern Premier League fixtures over the weekend.

Goalkeeper Myles Boney has signed a new one-year contract with Morecambe FC.

Midfielder Paul Lewis has signed a new one-year contract with Morecambe FC, keeping him at the Bay Stadium for the 2026/27 season.

Morecambe FC midfielder Miguel Azeez has completed a move to National League side, Carlisle United.

Midfielder Lewis Leigh has joined Morecambe on a two-year deal, subject to FA and National League approval.

Morecambe Cricket Club secured back-to-back wins in the Northern Premier League and a fourth straight victory in the 40-Over Cup at the weekend.

Attacking midfielder Elliot Newby has become the latest to put pen to paper for Morecambe, joining on a two-year deal from National League side Barrow.

Amateur boxing has returned to Lancaster Town Hall for the first time in almost 20 years.

Troy Gallagher stayed undefeated as he moved to seven wins out of seven in his professional boxing career.

Lancaster footballer Scott McTominay starred as Scotland delivered their first World Cup Finals win since 1998.

A local amateur football team are looking for players ahead of the new season.

Midfielder Matty Daly has agreed to join Morecambe FC upon the expiry of his contract at Hartlepool United.

An official opening event will be held at refurbished public tennis courts at a park in Lancaster.

Central defender Lewis Baines has become the latest signing for Morecambe FC, in a week where two players departed for opportunities elsewhere.

Goalkeeper Joe Young has signed for Morecambe on a one-year deal with an option of another year.

The new Morecambe FC manager says he wants to build a team capable of competing in the National League in 12 months’ time.

Here are the latest results for Lancaster & Morecambe Athletics Club runners.

Defender Cameron Coxe has joined Morecambe on a two-year deal from National League side, Boreham Wood.

A winding up petition issued against Morecambe Football Club by two former directors over a land debt has been withdrawn after a ‘positive resolution’ was reached between the two parties.

Striker Teddy Collis has agreed a two-year-deal with Morecambe to become the second signing of the summer for the Shrimps.

New Morecambe FC manager Adam Lakeland has swooped on his former club to compete his first signing of the summer.

Lancaster City have completed the signing of Callum Leigh from fellow Northern Premier League Premier Division side, Leek Town.

John McGuinness MBE celebrated his first start at his 30th anniversary TT races with a fifth place finish.

Isle of Man TT legend John McGuinness MBE is preparing to mark the 30th anniversary of his debut.

Morecambe CC fell to defeat against unbeaten Euxton in the Northern Premier Cricket League.

The chairman of Morecambe FC says he's confident the club can meet its financial obligations after it was revealed the Shrimps made a loss of more than a million pounds for the third year in a row.

A £20 note featuring an image inspired by a Lancaster footballer’s overhead kick has been unveiled by the Bank of Scotland.

Around 2300 children and 35 schools took part in a day of sport at Salt Ayre Leisure Centre in Lancaster - and Beyond Radio was there!

Two people were treated for smoke ihalation after a fire at a house in Carnforth.

Lancaster City have unveiled their latest new recruits, with two new defenders moving to the Giant Axe.

Morecambe beat Kendal by nine wickets to move into the second round of the Lancashire Knockout on Sunday.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 19 - 15 Widnes RUFC – Lancashire Cup final

21 players from Morecambe FC’s first team squad, including club captain Yann Songo'o have been released, the club has announced.

Morecambe FC's opposition in National League North next season has been revealed.

Lancaster City Football Club have completed the signing of prolific striker James Bailey from Kendal Town.

Morecambe fell to defeat to Barrow in their opening Northern Premier Cricket League fixture of the season at Woodhill Lane.

MATCH REPORT: Manchester RUFC 13 Vale of Lune 16

Legends of Morecambe Football Club will play in a special match featuring former players.

A company set up by two former directors of Morecambe FC has issued a winding up petition against the club over a £56,000 land debt.

Morecambe CC set a new record for the highest ever score in the Northern Premier League as they defeated Carnforth on Bank Holiday Monday.

Morecambe suffered a narrow defeat at Fleetwood in their opening game of the Northern Premier League campaign.

MATCH REPORT: West Bridgford 51 – 55 Vale of Lune

In this exclusive interview, Beyond Radio’s Dave Salmon sits down with the new Morecambe FC manager, Adam Lakeland.

Thanks to their well fought victory over then-league leaders Ryton on Sunday, Lancaster Lionesses have finished third place in the NC 1st Division (North).

Adam Lakeland has been unveiled as the new Morecambe FC manager, on a three year contract.

Morecambe CC beat Whalley by three wickets to make it back to back wins in the NPCL 40 Over Cup.

Lancaster City came agonisingly close to securing a play off place in the Northern Premier League Premier Division, missing out by a single point.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 29 - 17 Sandbach – Regional North West 2 play offs

It was a final game of the season to forget for Morecambe as Forest Green Rovers eased to a 5-0 victory at The New Lawn in the National League.

The winner of the Beyond Radio Shrimps Live Player of the Season for 2025/26, and the latest recipient of The Adam Stutchbury Memorial Trophy, is Jack Nolan.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 23 - 18 Douglas I.O.M – Regional 2 North West play-offs

Lancaster City’s bid to secure a play-off place in the Northern Premier League Premier Division will do down to the final day of the season following a 1-1 draw with Stockton Town on Saturday.

An 11-year-old boy with a prosthetic leg has realised his dream to box in front of a crowd at his local club.

Here are the March race results for Lancaster & Morecambe Athletics Club.

Lancaster City won the Lancashire FA Challenge Trophy, after they beat Padiham 1-0 in the final on Wednesday night.

Lancaster City will be looking to secure silverware as the Dolly Blues face Padiham in the final of the Lancashire FA Challenge Trophy.

Morecambe Football Club have confirmed that Jim Bentley will step down from his role as first team manager at the end of the season.

MATCH REPORT: Firwood Waterloo 26 - 32 Vale of Lune – Regional 2 North West

Lancaster City moved to within a point of the play offs with two games remaining after beating Gainsborough Trinity 3-0 in the Northern Premier League Premier Division at the Giant Axe.

The chairman of Morecambe FC says the Shrimps will remain a full time professional club, despite their relegation from the National League.

Morecambe’s relegation from the National League has been confirmed after a 5-1 defeat at Woking on Saturday.

Boxing superstar Tyson Fury has confirmed that he's moved away from Morecambe and explained the shocking reason why he made the decision.

Morecambe FC have confirmed details of their new kit supplier, which they say is the ‘highest value kit deal in their history.’

Morecambe FC’s club shop and online store have now closed down following the ending of an agreement with the club’s kit supplier.

Lancaster City are still in with a chance of a play off place in the Northern Premier League Premier Division after a 1-1 draw at Bamber Bridge on Easter Monday.

Morecambe’s bid to avoid relegation from the National League was dealt a crushing blow following a 2-2 draw with Carlisle United at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

A comfortable victory over Morpeth Town moved Lancaster City to within four points of the play-off places in the Northern Premier League Premier Division on Good Friday.

Morecambe cut the gap to survival in the National League to six points with four games to play after a stunning 4-2 victory at top of the table Rochdale on Good Friday.

Morecambe FC bosses and members of a fans' group have met for talks on several issues still facing the club as owners continue to inject £200K a month to keep the Shrimps afloat.

Undefeated Morecambe boxer Nelson Birchall stopped Ryan Griffiths to become the new English and Commonwealth silver featherweight champion.

Morecambe Football Club has once again earned success at the British Pie Awards.

MATCH REPORT: Winnington Park 14 - 21 Vale of Lune – Regional 2 North West

Lancaster City were beaten 4-1 away at high flying Hebburn Town in the Northern Premier League Premier Division.

Morecambe FC said arrangements have been made to settle an outstanding debt in full after a company filed a winding-up petition against the football club.

Morecambe suffered another blow in their fight to stay in the National League after a 2-0 defeat to Aldershot left the Shrimps eight points from safety with five games to play.

Lancaster City have announced that former player and manager, Keith Brindle, has died.

Morecambe slipped to six points from National League safety with six games of the season to go after a 3-2 defeat to Hartlepool.

Morecambe Football Club has responded after a winding up petition was filed against the club by a supplier.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 26 - 15 Birkenhead Park (Regional 2 North West)

Lancaster City played out a goalless draw with Cleethorpes in the Northern Premier League Premier Division at the Giant Axe.

Morecambe missed the chance to climb of National League bottom four after a 3-2 defeat to Yeovil Town at Huish Park.

A transfer embargo placed on Morecambe FC by the National League has been lifted, it has been confirmed.

A college football team can play at the national championships thanks to a donation from a charity set up as the legacy of a Lancaster school.

It was defeat for Vale of Lune in the Baines Plumbing Division One – Impact North West League.

Lancaster City scored three times in the last eleven minutes to beat Whitby in the Northern Premier League Premier Division.

A 96th minute equaliser by Braintree Town denied Morecambe the chance to move out of the National League relegation zone at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

Here are the results from two months of races for Lancaster & Morecambe Athletics Club.

MATCH REPORT: Northwich 24 - 38 Vale of Lune

Lancaster City’s dominant first half wasn’t enough as Warrington Town took all three points in the Northern Premier League.

Morecambe moved to within three points from safety in the National League after a resounding 5-0 victory over Sutton United.

Morecambe Football Club has been placed under an embargo by the National League for reported ‘non-compliance with league financial regulations.’

Lancaster City booked a trip to the Lancashire FA Challenge Trophy final in emphatic fashion on a bitterly cold evening at the Giant Axe.

Morecambe cut the gap to safety in the National League to six points with ten games of the season to play after a 3-2 victory at Wealdstone.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 26 Douglas IoM 17

Lancaster City picked up a first away win since November at Prescot Cables in the Northern Premier League.

A 99th minute goal from York City saw Morecambe fall to a narrow 1–0 defeat in a breathless encounter in the National League at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

Year 6 pupils from a Bolton-le-Sands school are one step away from playing at Wembley.

Leicester City loan striker Chris Popov scored a hat-trick as Morecambe played out a thrilling 4-4 draw against Gateshead in the National League.

Morecambe have completed the permanent signing of vastly experienced defender Liam Hogan.

The Vale of Lune Senior Colts are having a season to celebra

Captains at Morecambe Golf Club have handed over more than £17,000 raised over a year to a local charity helping people with neurological conditions.

An under par Lancaster City slipped to a 3-0 defeat at Hednesford in the Northern Premier League.

Morecambe won for the first time in eleven matches after a comprehensive 4-0 victory over Eastleigh in the National League gave manager Jim Bentley his first win back in charge of the Shrimps.

Martin Thomas has returned to Morecambe Football Club as Head of Commercial.

The appointment of a Chief Operating Officer has been announced by Morecambe Football Club.

This year's International Youth Games - where Lancaster was again due to compete against its twin towns - have been cancelled.

Four boxers from Lancaster Boxing Club have delivered outstanding performances on a show in Liverpool.

Tyson Fury vowed to "make boxing great again" as he faced the media for the first time ahead of his comeback fight.

MATCH REPORT: Burnage 36 - 34 Vale of Lune

Goals courtesy of Charlie Bailey and Nic Evangelinos helped the Dollies take all three points against Leek Town on a frosty afternoon at the Giant Axe.

Morecambe slipped deeper into relegation trouble in the National League after a humiliating 5-1 defeat at the hands of Southend United at Roots Hall.

The Morecambe Football Club Director of Fan Engagement has resigned after four-and-a-half months in the role.

Lancaster City were beaten for the first time in four games against Rushall Olympic in the Northern Premier League at the Giant Axe.

Morecambe missed the chance to move to within three points from safety in the National League after a late equaliser earned a 2-2 for Tamworth at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

Lancaster City came away from Guiesley with a point after a goalless draw in the Northern Premier League Premier Division.

Morecambe slipped deeper into relegation trouble in the National League after an under par Shrimps lost 2-1 to Truro City at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

The Lancaster Grand Prix Cycle Races will return to the city in the summer, it has been confirmed.

Warton Stock Car Club’s 2026 season begins this weekend.

Lancaster City drew 1-1 with Hyde United in the Northern Premier League Premier Division on Tuesday night at the Giant Axe.

Morecambe battled to a 1-1 draw at Altrincham in the National League in Jim Bentley’s first game back in charge of the Shrimps.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 50 - 0 Altrincham Kersal – Regional 2 North West

Lancaster City secured their first league victory of the calendar year against Ashton United at the Giant Axe.

Jim Bentley has been appointed as the new manager of Morecambe Football Club, returning for a second spell in charge at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

The reign of Ashvir Singh Johal as manager of Morecambe Football Club has come to an end after the Shrimps announced he had left the club with immediate effect.

Tyson Fury has announced his comeback fight after coming out of retirement again - and that it will be streamed live on Netflix.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 24 North Ribblesdale 14

Morecambe are five points from safety after a 2-0 defeat against Solihull Moors - their 17th of the campaign - left the Shrimps firmly inside the National League relegation zone.

Morecambe are four points from safety inside the National League relegation zone after a narrow defeat to FC Halifax Town at The Shay.

Experienced central defender Harlee Dean has signed a deal with Morecambe Football Club.

MATCH REPORT: Sandbach 17 - 5 Vale of Lune (Regional 2 North West).

Lancaster City slipped to a 3-0 defeat away at Ilkeston Town in the Northern Premier League Premier Division.

A late Admiral Muskwe penalty secured a point for the Shrimps at home against Scunthorpe United in the National League.

Central defender Timothy Akindileni has joined Morecambe on loan from Queens Park Rangers. 

A high-flying Lancaster City Ladies side will take on a side in the league above in a crunch cup tie.

The world's greatest cycle race - the Tour de France - is set to pass through the Lancaster and Morecambe district.

The CEO of Morecambe Football Club has responded to fans on the future of under-fire manager Ashvir Singh Johal.

Carnforth Rangers’ first team management duo have spoken to Beyond Radio about the club’s progress on and off the pitch.

Lancaster City booked their place in the Lancashire FA Challenge Trophy semi-finals with a resounding victory of NWCFL Premier Division high-flyers Wythenshawe Town.

Beleaguered Morecambe exited the FA Trophy after a 6-2 defeat to Kidderminster Harriers, in a night to forget for the Shrimps.

Morecambe have completed the loan signing of defender Ashton McWilliams from Aston Villa.

Rising boxing star Nelson Birchall from Morecambe stayed undefeated with victory on a major card in Germany.

A Lancaster-born midfielder played his part in the biggest ever FA Cup upset this weekend.

The chairperson of a Lancaster rugby club has told Beyond Radio how beneficial a recent grant will be to them and the area.

There were a number of great performances from Lancaster & Morecambe Athletics Club members in December, ending up with the always exciting Ribble Valley 10k.

Morecambe Football Club has announced that defender Maldini Kacurri has returned to his parent club Arsenal following the end of his loan spell.

Lancaster City began 2026 with a point after a dramatic late equaliser at Workington AFC in the Northern Premier League Premier Division.

Morecambe will end 2025 in the National League relegation zone after a narrow defeat at Carlisle United on Tuesday evening at Brunton Park.

A spirited Morecambe fell to a 2-1 defeat against table topping Rochdale in the National League in their Boxing Day clash at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

In a performance which will not last long in the memory of the Dolly Blue faithful, Lancaster City were very much second best in the Boxing Day encounter against Bamber Bridge.

MATCH REPORT: West Park St Helens 21 Vale of Lune 30

Morecambe secured their first back to back victories of the season after overcoming Brackley Town in the National League.

Lancaster City dropped points in consecutive games following a 2-1 defeat at FC utd of Manchester in the Northen Premier League Premier Division.

Morecambe’s Dave Chisnall lost a thrilling encounter with Ricardo Pietreczko to crash out of the World Darts Championship in the second round at Alexandra Palace.

Morecambe fans will be able to ask questions of the club’s ownership at a Fans’ Forum event next month.

Morecambe darts star Dave Chisnall's doubling was the difference as he earned a straight sets first round win over Fallon Sherrock at the world championship.

Morecambe’s Dave Chisnall will take on Fallon Sherrock in a round one clash at the PDC World Championship this evening.

A local women’s rugby union club has announced it has been awarded a five-figure sum courtesy of a major body and sponsor in the sport.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 22 - 25 Widnes

It was defeat on the road for Lancaster City as Warrington Rylands claimed all three points at the Quickline Logistics Arena in the Northern Premier League Premier Division.

Morecambe comfortably got past Gateshead to move into the fourth round of the FA Trophy, following a 3-0 victory at the Gateshead International Stadium.

Key figures at Morecambe FC owners Panjab Warriors have answered criticism from the fans in an in-depth interview.

Runners from Lancaster & Morecambe Athletics Club had a busy month including taking part in the Lancaster half marathon and Morecambe Festival of Running.

A Morecambe amateur boxing club held its final show of 2025 featuring some of the area's top up-and-comers.

Two Morecambe FC former co-chairmen have issued a statement after resigning from the board of directors.

Morecambe FC stalwarts and the former co-chairmen have resigned from the board of directors.

Lancaster City’s game with Rushall Olympic was abandoned due to a waterlogged pitch.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 38 - 0 Winnington Park – Regional 2 North West

Morecambe delivered a well under par display to fall to a 3-0 defeat to Boston United to remain in the National League relegation zone.

Two professional boxers from Morecambe earned eye-catching wins on a bill at Blackpool Winter Gardens.

The man who fronted Panjab Warriors' takeover of Morecambe Football Club has been sanctioned by the UK government over accusations of his involvement in terrorism in India.

Families are invited to run off Christmas dinner at an annual Festive Fun Run in Lancaster.

MATCH REPORT: Birkenhead Park 17 - 53 Vale of Lune (Regional 2 North West)

A comprehensive 4-1 victory at Stocksbridge Park Steels has moved Lancaster City up to second in the Northern Premier League Premier Division table.

Morecambe remain in the National League relegation zone after a 1-0 defeat at fellow strugglers Braintree Town.

Lancaster City are third in the Northern Premier League Premier Division table after a late goal gave them all three points over Prescot Cables.

The new owners of Morecambe Football Club have received a prestigious award in Parliament.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 36 - 12 Northwich