1874 NORTHWICH supporters will be encouraged to watch with a friend who hasn’t seen the team play previously when Eccleshall visit Barton Stadium this month.

The club plans to run again its popular Bring a Mate initiative, which attracted a bumper crowd when tried for the first time earlier this season.

Phil Burgess, an 1874 fan, came up with the idea.

And after 541 people watched Ian Street’s men play Formby in September, it was hailed as a huge success.

Usual admission prices apply, that is £5 for adults and £3 for concessions. Children under 12 can enter for free.

Eccleshall are due for a Division One encounter on Saturday, January 25, kick off 3pm.