Bideford-based youth team secure funding from local builders

A local developer has donated £1,000 to Shammy Rovers Youth FC.

Persimmon Homes Cornwall & West Devon’s funding comes from its Community Champions scheme, which sees £24,000 go to good causes and much-valued organisations across the region every year, with recent recipients including Cornwall Air Ambulance, the Museum of Cornish Life, and Bodmin Town Band.

The funding injection will go towards its under 12s side who play in the North Devon Youth League, as well as the club’s local food pantry too. 

Commenting, Persimmon Homes Cornwall & West Devon Sales Director Jane Cartwright said: “We know Shammy Rovers is a much-loved part of the Bideford community, and it was fantastic to hear about the club’s youth set up, which is clearly popular.”

Sam Stephens, Chairman of Shammy Rovers Youth FC, added: “It will be of enormous help in meeting our running costs, ensuring our young players have the kit and equipment they need to play competitively.”