Mark Wynn

We have an event tonight to discuss the book along with a book covering a part of Rochdale AFC's history. If you are in the Rochdale area, come along especially as it's a FREE event!

Formerly Studds bar under the Pearl Street Stand.

A unique sporting event as we discuss One Town, Two Codes and Two Books. Looking at the rich, exciting and sometimes dark histories of the towns premier sporting clubs. Local authors Mark Hodkinson - The Overcoat Men plus Jim Stringer & Mark Wynn - Triumph & Disaster 150 Years of Rochdale Hornets will give a rich flavour of the parallels and shared DNA of the Dale and Hornets. Both of these successful books chart the triumphs and tribulations of both clubs history, looking at the characters behind the scenes who shaped the clubs character over their respective history. With both clubs celebrating significant milestones in their histories and with their sporting landscapes at major crossroads there is no better time to look back at the of their successes against adversity and drama. Hosted by Ryan Bradley, the Community Director at Rochdale AFC Community Trust as well as being a former CEO of Rochdale Hornets, Ryan is in a unique place to dig and delve into the stories and characters featured in the books. We are also really pleased to announce that Rochdale AFC Chairman, Simon Gauge will also be joining the panel to give a fascinating insight into running a modern professional football club. With an audience Q&A session it will be a great night of fun, humour and no doubt some intrigue! We would like to thank London League Publications for sponsoring the event. https://rochdaleafccommunity.org/culture-at-the-crown-oil-arena/

Jim and myself have recorded a podcast with leading Rugby League Historian Professor Tony Collins discussing our book Triumph and Disaster 150 Years of Rochdale Hornets

Paperback

The Book signing is now this Saturday 18th December between 12-2pm at the Roebuck, the birthplace of Rochdale Hornets in 1871! The book will be available to purchase (cash only) at the signing. Or you can still buy online Click Here

Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control, we have had to postpone our book signing at Spotland tomorrow. It'll be re-arranged before Xmas - watch this space for details. Meanwhile, if you want to grab a copy, you can buy direct with free postage from: click here

Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control, we have had to postpone our book signing at Spotland tomorrow. It'll be re-arranged before Xmas - watch this space for details. Meanwhile, if you want to grab a copy, you can buy direct with free postage from: click here

Co-author James Stringer and Myself will be doing a signing our book Triumph & Disaster 150 Years of Rochdale Hornets on Saturday (11th) morning 9-12 at Spotland Stadium A great Christmas gift for yourself or that Rugby League fan in your life!

Co-author James Stringer and Myself will be doing a signing our book Triumph & Disaster 150 Years of Rochdale Hornets on Saturday (11th) morning 9-12 at Spotland Stadium A great Christmas gift for yourself or that Rugby League fan in your life!

Thanks Eddie.

The price is £16.95 The publishers are dealing with distribution

Like most people I have always said I would love to write a book, especially about my chosen team. Thankfully I was able to make that happen. Planned 5 years ago and eventually started and finished during lockdown, fellow Hornets fan Jim Stringer and myself with notable contributions from several people along the way have finally completed Triumph and Disaster 150 Years of Rochdale Hornets. It charts the ebb and flow of Rochdale Hornets over its entire 150 years of existence! If you are in Rochdale for the next couple of Saturdays it is on sale in the club shop. It is also available online via the club website or London League Publications and from Monday via Amazon, Ebay Books and Kindle. A true labour of love!

Like most people I have always said I would love to write a book, especially about my chosen team. Thankfully I was able to make that happen. Planned 5 years ago and eventually started and finished during lockdown, fellow Hornets fan Jim Stringer and myself with notable contributions from several people along the way have finally completed Triumph and Disaster 150 Years of Rochdale Hornets. It charts the ebb and flow of Rochdale Hornets over its entire 150 years of existence! If you are in Rochdale for the next couple of Saturdays it is on sale in the club shop. It is also available online via the club website or London League Publications and from Monday via Amazon, Ebay Books and Kindle. A true labour of love!