Following their dramatic comeback scoring 3 late goals to seal a 3-3 draw against South Park (Reigate), the Moles were hoping to take that momentum in a tough home game against Hartley Wintney.

Unfortunately, that was not to be. The Moles had a few early chances from Ethan Lindo and Tyler D’Cruz but nothing could get past the woodwork or the Hartley keeper. Hartley then took the lead in the 20th minute with a goal from Ellis Orsborn and never looked back. In the second half, Hartley added three more goals; another one for Ellis Orsborn and goals from ex-Moles Conor Lynch and Liam Gavin.

Nothing positive to take away from this games for the Moles. A few days now to reflect on the defeat and prepare for their next game – an away trip to play Rayners Lane (which is being played at Bedfont Sports).

It is the time of year where games come thick and fast, we welcome Hartley Wintney to The Iconic Stadium.

Matchday: Tueday 11st March 2025. KO: 7.45pm

Who are Hartley Wintney FC?

Hartley Wintney FC was established in 1897 and played in various leagues before becoming founder members of the Home Counties League in 1978, which later became the Combined Counties League. They won three consecutive league titles in the mid-1970s and were league champions in 1982–83. They won the league’s Challenge Trophy twice, in 1987–88 and 1989–90, but went into decline in the late 1990s, finishing second-from-bottom of the league twice. They were relegated to Division One at the end of the 2004–05 season but were promoted back to the Premier Division in 2008 and again in 2012. They won the Premier Division in 2015–16 and the following season, they were able to take promotion to the East Division of the Southern League. In 2018, they won promotion to level seven the Premier South division by winning the promotion play-offs.

There are a number of ex-Moles in the Hartley squad including Liam Gavin, George Winser and Conor Lynch.

Head To Head

Last season, the honours were even with each team winning the away game. Hartley won the game at the Iconic Stadium 5-2 whilst the Moles won the return leg 4-1.

The two teams met less than a month ago. The Moles were 2-0 winner with goals from Rechan Espirit and Razhir Smith-Jones.

Tickets

Tickets can be purchased on the gate. Please note that we are a cashless stadium. Only card  and contactless payment are accepted on the gate, for food and in the bar.

Prices are;

• Adults: £10
• Concession: £6
• Under 16: £1

About Hill Farm Lane

Address: The Iconic Stadium, Hill Farm Lane, Binfield RG42 5NR

Hill Farm Lane is a modern non-league football ground with parking on site, disabled access and more including:

• Licenced bar
• Tea bar serving hot and cold food
• Disabled access to pitch side
• Toilets
• Standing and seated covered areas to watch the match
• Card payments taken on the gate, in the bar and at the tea bar.

There are 200 spaces available to park in the ground.

In the event that the club car park is full, then additional car parking is available at All Saints Church, Church Hill, Binfield RG42 5NS which is a 10 minute walk from the ground.

Getting To The Iconic Stadium

Nearest Railway Station: Bracknell Railway Station is on the South West Railways line between London Waterloo and Reading. It is an eight-minute drive from the railway station to the Iconic Stadium. Alternatively, Bracknell Bus Station is a 2 minute walk from the railway station.

Bus: The nearest bus stop to the ground is on Church Lane and is served by the 151 and 151A Thames Valley Bus service which travels between Bracknell Bus Station and Wokingham Station. More details on the bus route here.