By Matthew Luddington

REVITALISED: Barton Rovers have been working hard to progress the club
PICTURES: Duncan Jack

BARTON Rovers’ transformation over the past decade has been nothing short of extraordinary.
From humble beginnings, this village-based club has expanded to field 21 youth teams, two vets sides, a walking football team, and a women’s team.
Pat Howarth has been at Barton Rovers since 1955 when he first played for the reserves as a 14-year-old, now president, he has witnessed the remarkable progress first-hand.
Reflecting on the club’s journey, Howarth emphasised how the club’...