Why are Crewe called the Railwaymen?

Why are Crewe called the Railwaymen?

Nicknamed ‘The Railwaymen’ because of the town’s links with the rail industry, and also commonly known as ‘The Alex’, they have played at Gresty Road since 1906. The supporters’ fiercest rivalry is with Staffordshire-based side Port Vale.

Who owns Crewe Alex?

Crewe Alexandra Group Limited
Crewe Alexandra Football Club Company Limited is a wholly owned (100%) subsidiary of Crewe Alexandra Group Limited. Individuals with a beneficial interest of more than 10% are R J Rowlinson (Alexandra Securities) 18.47% and C H Grant 11.74%.

How much does Crewe Alexandra cost?

*Family Ticket is for 1 adult & 1 under 11 in the Family Stand. Click here for information on how to become a member & save money. Call the ticket office on 01270 252610 on Monday-Friday between 9:30am-4:30pm….Gresty Road & Family Stand.

Prices
Adults £23.00
Senior £17.50
12-16s £10.50
Under-11s £6.50

Is Crewe a nice place to live?

CREWE is the best place to live in the UK outside London, according to new research by a leading trade magazine. The town ranks top for affordability and employment, amenities, schools, internet connectivity and accessibility to public transport.

What is Doncaster Rovers nickname?

Doncaster Rovers F.C.

Full name Doncaster Rovers Football Club
Nickname(s) Donny, Rovers, The Reds
Short name DRFC, DON
Founded 1879
Ground Eco-Power Stadium

Where is Crewe Alexandra located?

Crewe, United Kingdom
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Who is the manager of Crewe?

David Artell
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Who is the manager of Crewe Alexandra?

Crewe Alexandra F.C./Managers
Crewe Alexandra announced David Artell on January 8th 2017 as their new manager after Steve Davis was relieved of his duties. Artell took control of the first-team with immediate effect.

Is Crewe poor?

Unemployment and poverty are high. The life expectancy for men is 12 years lower in Crewe than in its near neighbour, the middle class commuter town of Nantwich.

Is Crewe a deprived area?

Across the borough there is an ageing population which is reflected in Crewe; Crewe has some of the most deprived communities in England; there is an association between deprivation and health inequality; across the Borough there is an increase in the proportion of obese Year 6 children.

Which country is MK Dons?

England
Milton Keynes Dons Football Club (/ˌmɪltən ˈkiːnz ˈdɒnz/), usually abbreviated to MK Dons, is a professional association football club based in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England.

What football team does Louis Tomlinson support?

Doncaster Rovers
Louis Tomlinson Everybody knows Tomlinson is a massive Doncaster Rovers fan. So big, in fact, he’s not only tried to buy the club, he’s also won a competition to design next season’s away kit.

What is the history of Crewe Alexandra?

Formation and early years. Crewe Alexandra were formed in 1877 as Crewe Football Club, separate from the successful Crewe Cricket Club, and named after Princess Alexandra. They were based at the Alexandra Recreation Ground and played their first match against North Staffs that same year, a match that ended 1–1.

Where is Crewe Alexandra Football Club located?

Crewe Alexandra Football Club is a professional association football club based in the town of Crewe, Cheshire, England. The team compete in League Two, the fourth tier of the English football league system.

When did Crewe Alexandra first play in the FA Cup?

In 1883, Crewe Alexandra’s first match in the FA Cup was against Scottish club Queen’s Park of Glasgow, losing 10–0. In February 1886, William Bell became the first Crewe player to win an international cap, playing for Wales against Ireland in Wrexham.

How many times has Crewe Alexandra won the Premier League?

Crewe Alexandra have never won a division title, and have only been runners-up twice: in the Football League Second Division in 2002–03, and in League Two in 2019–20. In total, Crewe have been automatically promoted six times.

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