Borough secure their future- but lose their ground

Harrow Borough have played at Earlsmead since 1934, but this season will sadly be their last. The club announced last night that it had successfully secured the investment that will keep it alive, but it seems that the cost of that investment is the stadium. Accordingly they will be searching for a groundshare for the 27-28 campaign, and beyond.

In a statement, the board explained:

‘Wednesday 26th August 2026 became a significant date in the history of Harrow Borough Football Club. It is the day when the contracts were exchanged for the sale of the Rogers Family Stadium. The proceeds from which guarantees the future of the football club. The years of struggle will be behind us.’

They continued:

'As a direct result of the sale, all debts will be settled in full and with the residual the football club will prosper. We will also be looking to increase the playing budget. Confident of a successful sale we had already agreed a 2-year contract with popular manager, Wayne Carter.

For the first time in decades, we can confidently start planning the next season’s campaign now with funds secure for years to come.

We will be sad to move away from Earlsmead, but our debts had become too large. We were falling behind with vital maintenance of the premises and the costs of running the operation were soaring. Against this membership levels were decreasing.

With 9 months left of our tenure we now look to maximise the facilities and enjoy the short time we have left.'

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At this point- Play Off hopes notwithstanding- the last fixture at Earlsmead is scheduled to be a Pitching In Isthmian South Central match against AFC Portchester on Saturday 17th April 2027.