It seems that last night some idiots decided it would be fun to burn down the Ashton Bears clubhouse. I'm sure they would be grateful for any support anyone can give them over the coming days. As a Community Club of Leigh Centurions I'm sure the club will do whatever they can to help too!

They have the full support of Leigh Centurions rest assured at this difficult time.

I don't know why anybody would want to do such a terrible thing but I'm sure Ashton will come back stronger from this as the spirt involved with amateur clubs is always second to none and they will come out fighting I have no doubt about it.

Andy Mazey

re organize some money raising ideas,raffles,bucket collections,football cards etc........

It's absolutely gutting to see our clubhouse this morning, even worse to see it flames in the early hours of this morning. A lot of hard work by a lot of people destroyed by idiots. Thankfully the changing rooms are not too bad but the rest of the clubs in a bad way. We'll leave the police & fire brigade to do their job & we'll get on with rebuilding our club. We've had some fantastic messages of support from everywhere including from Leigh & Andy on Twitter & it's very much appreciated. We'll be meeting as a committee & coaches to work out a way forwards & I'll try to keep the post updated. Once again thanks for the support everyone.

Terrible news, these thugs are idiots, hope they are caught and face the consequences. Good luck to Ashton Bears rebuilding the clubhouse.

I'm sure the entire local Rugby League community will come together to help you all through this tough time. Grassroots Rugby League clubs play a massive part in their local communities. Leigh East were wonderful when I used to take my kids to train and play, and I know other clubs are providing the same experience for their members.

If there's any way we as a community can help, then I'm sure we will. Please keep us updated with what is happening, I know a lot of people will be following your clubs plight with a lot of hope for a positive outcome, as I'm confident there will be. Rugby League volunteers are not beaten easily.