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140 Years - Anniversary Gala Dinner

The Motherwell FC 140th Anniversary Dinner, taking place on Friday 15 May 2026, will bring together some of the club’s most celebrated figures from across the decades, including legendary goalscorer Willie Pettigrew, Scottish Cup Final winning goalscorer Stevie Kirk, captain and Hall of Fame defender Stephen Craigan, and one of Scotland’s leading after-dinner speakers, a former Steelman, John Gahaghan.

Hosted by Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust and Former Players, tickets for this fantastic celebration are now on sale, inviting supporters to join an unforgettable evening honouring the people, moments, and memories that have shaped the club’s remarkable history – while also marking an important new step in preserving that legacy for the future.

For full details plus booking your place, head to https://weareeventpal.com/MFCHeritage2026

Places are limited – early booking is highly recommended.

Tickets: £69

Looking forward to seeing you there.

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New Strategic Cooperation

Derek Williams joins the Board of MFC Heritage Trust, proposed by MFC Former Players Club (image: MFCHT)

Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust is delighted to announce a new strategic cooperation with the Motherwell FC Former Players Club – a natural and exciting alliance that brings together the custodians of the club’s history with the players who created it on the pitch.

The collaboration marks an important step forward in the Trust’s mission to preserve, communicate, and make accessible the club’s rich heritage. By working hand-in-hand with the former players who shaped so many memorable moments in claret and amber, the Trust aims to develop even more engaging heritage experiences for supporters, visitors, and the wider community.

Together, the two organisations will explore new projects with the club that celebrate Motherwell’s proud history, strengthen supporter engagement, and ensure the stories behind the achievements live on for future generations. From heritage events and exhibitions to supporter-focused initiatives, the cooperation will help bring the club’s past closer than ever to its fans.

As part of the new alliance, the Former Players Club will be represented on the Heritage Trust’s Board of Trustees, ensuring that the voices and experiences of those who wore the shirt are embedded in the Trust’s future plans. The Trust welcomes Derek Williams to the Board and look forward to the insight and experience he will bring to the charity.

Derek joined Motherwell FC from Fir Park Boys Club in 1978, progressing through the club ranks at the turn of the 1980s before moving on to Darvel in 1982. He is currently  active with the Former Players’ Club committee and plays a hands-on role in organising its highly regarded events, including the annual Former Players Dinner and a range of guest speaker evenings.

“This cooperation represents an ideal fit for both groups,” explains Brian McCafferty, the Heritage Trust’s Chair. “Combining the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding Motherwell FC’s history with the first-hand knowledge and passion of the players who helped create it, we look forward to delivering new heritage and engagement opportunities that supporters can enjoy for many years to come.”

“The Former Players Club is delighted to be working more closely with the Heritage Trust,” says Derek Williams. “The history of Motherwell FC lives not only in photographs and memorabilia, but in the memories and experiences of the players who represented the club, and this cooperation allows us to share those stories in a much stronger and more meaningful way.”

The Motherwell FC Former Players Club performs an important role in maintaining connections between those who wore the claret and amber around the world. Through its fundraising activities, the organisation also supports visits to elderly supporters to help rekindle cherished memories, provides assistance to the families of late former players, and contributes to charitable causes – with this year’s chosen charity being the Stonehouse based Trust Jack Foundation, which supports those suffering with a mental health illness.

Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust exists to protect and celebrate the history of Motherwell FC by preserving collections of memorabilia, developing heritage displays within the stadium, organising events, and building a growing online virtual museum. With ambitious plans in the pipeline, the Trust aims to take the storytelling of the club’s history to a new level for today’s supporters, football fans around the world, our local community, and future generations.

Together, the Heritage Trust and the Former Players Club look forward to working closely to celebrate the club’s proud past while creating new opportunities for supporters to connect with the people, moments, and stories that define Motherwell Football Club.

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The Perfect Festive Gift For Any 'Well Fan

MFC Heritage Trust – Signature Stadium Tour Gift Card

£20 per adult | £10 concessions (U16 & 65+)
Buy for one person or a private group of up to six.

Looking for a unique stocking filler for a Motherwell supporter in your life?

Give them a gift they’ll never forget with the MFC Heritage Trust Signature Stadium & Heritage Tour Gift Card – the ultimate behind-the-scenes experience at Fir Park.

This limited edition special edition tour  – to be scheduled at a time convenient to you – opens doors normally closed to the public, offering an exclusive and immersive journey through the heart, history, and heroes of Motherwell FC.

It’s available as a Gift Voucher (digital or a physical card) redeemable by individuals or groups of up to six, making it perfect for families, friends, or lifelong ‘Well fans looking to share something memorable together.

Led by the passionate volunteers of the Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust, the tour will walk in the footsteps of club legends, explore iconic spaces including the Phil O’Donnell Stand, the players’ tunnel, dressing room and post match TV interview room.

Enjoy interactive moments with historic images, quiz challenges, audio clips, and a personalised signed keepsake to take home.

From stories of industrial roots to unforgettable match-day memories, this experience offers a richer connection to the club’s past, present and future.

This is more than a stadium tour – it’s a heartfelt journey into the spirit of Motherwell FC.
A perfect gift for any fan who bleeds claret and amber.

Email admin@mfcheritagetrust.com with the information below on your group and we’ll get back to you to work out dates.

  1. Names of those in your group (and if anyone is U16 or 65+)
  2. If you want a single gift card for the group or individual gift cards to give as presents 
  3. If you are happy with digital voucher(s) or prefer physical card(s) to be sent (then provide postal address(es). 
  4. If anyone in your group has mobility issues – so we can ensure the tour is accessible and enjoyable for all.
  5. Finally, let us know of any preferred weeks / months for the tour (maybe a birthday etc) and times of the day that would work best for you. We will do our best to accommodate. 

Thank You.

What a great gift - get in touch today !

Terms & Conditions

  1. Voucher Validity
    • This Gift Voucher is valid for 12 months from the date of issue.
    • The tour must be booked and completed before the expiry date.
    • Expired vouchers cannot be redeemed and hold no monetary value.
  2. Booking the Tour
    • All Stadium & Heritage Signature Tours are personalised experiences.
    • Dates and times must be arranged in advance and are subject to availability.
    • To schedule your tour, please email the Motherwell FC Heritage Trust on admin@mfcheritagetrust.com
  3. Tour Duration & Group Size
    • The Signature Series Tour lasts approximately 90 minutes.
    • Each voucher covers one individual or one private group of up to six people, depending on the voucher purchased.
  4. Attendance & Accessibility
    • Guests are asked to arrive 10 minutes prior to the agreed start time.
    • Some areas of the tour may involve stairs or uneven surfaces. Please advise us in advance of any accessibility or mobility requirements, and we will do our best to accommodate them.
  5. Voucher Use & Transfers
    • Gift Vouchers are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for cash.
    • Vouchers may be transferred to another attendee, provided the Heritage Trust is informed prior to the tour date.
  6. Changes, Cancellations & No-Shows
    • If you need to amend your booking, please provide at least 48 hours’ notice.
    • Motherwell FC Heritage Trust reserves the right to postpone, amend, or cancel tours in the event of operational needs, stadium access restrictions, or health & safety considerations.
    • Failure to attend without prior notice may result in the voucher being marked as redeemed.
  7. Photography & Media
    • Photography is welcome in most areas of the tour unless otherwise stated by your guide.
    • For media, filming, or commercial use, additional permissions must be obtained.
  8. Health & Safety
    • All participants must follow the instructions of tour staff at all times.
    • Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust reserve the right to remove anyone whose behaviour may compromise safety or disrupt the experience.
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Join the Stadium Tour Team

Nick Mackie, Trustee, Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust, at Fir Park Stadium

Become a Stadium Heritage Tour Guide at Fir Park

Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust is excited to announce that we are developing a programme of stadium and heritage experiences at Fir Park.

To make this possible, we are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to be trained as Tour Guides – helping to share the stories of the club, the players, and the community that built Motherwell FC.

What the Role Involves

 As part of a friendly team, you may help with:

  • Guiding small groups around Fir Park
  • Talking about club history, famous matches and legendary players
  • Demonstrating items from our museum collection & archives
  • Helping with school visits / community groups
  • Matchday “pop-up” history displays
  • Welcoming visitors and answering questions

You don’t need to be an expert already – full guidance and information will be provided. What matters most is enthusiasm, reliability and good communication skills.

All volunteers will be registered through the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) Scheme to ensure a safe and responsible environment for everyone taking part in our tours and heritage activities.

When & Where

  • Based at Fir Park Stadium
  • Possible weekday tours or school visits
  • Training provided
  • Team-based approach – no one will be “thrown in at the deep end”!

Ideal For

  • Supporters with a passion for Motherwell history
  • Retired fans looking to stay involved
  • Students seeking experience in tourism, museums or education
  • Anyone who enjoys speaking to people and sharing stories

Interested? Let’s talk.

Email Nick Mackie, Trustee – Operations admin@mfcheritagetrust.com or use this website’s contact form

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Volunteers Wanted: Help Build Motherwell FC’s Digital Heritage

Join the MFC Heritage Trust to catalogue history, power our virtual museum, and grow our online archive.

The MFC Heritage Trust is growing fast. As we continue to develop our historical archive and our online virtual museum, we’re inviting suitably experienced volunteers to take ownership of several key tasks that will have a lasting impact on how Motherwell’s story is preserved and shared.

Whether you can join us once a week at Fir Park or prefer to contribute from home, we’d love to hear from you.

Roles we’re recruiting for

 1) Catalogue Our Image Bank

We hold several hundred images spanning the 1890s to the present day. Help us:

  • Organise, describe and date images to professional standards
  • Add captions, credits and usage notes
  • Create consistent filenames and metadata for easy search and retrieval

Helpful skills: experience with digital archiving or libraries, attention to detail, familiarity with metadata.

 2) Create Searchable PDFs of Match Programmes

We have a large collection of scanned match programmes to convert into accessible, searchable PDFs. View samples here: mfcheritagetrust.org/gallery/match-programmes

Helpful skills: Adobe InDesign (ideally), OCR workflows, PDF optimisation, accessibility basics (bookmarks, reading order, alt text for covers).

3) Webmasters (WordPress & Elementor)

Support content uploads and help keep our sites secure and up to date. See: mfcheritagetrust.com

Helpful skills: WordPress, Elementor, media optimisation, routine updates/backups, security best practice.

4) Player Archive Developer (SportsPress Pro)

Help build our player archive using the SportsPress Pro plugin.
Helpful skills: WordPress custom post types, SportsPress configuration, data entry standards, CSV imports, taxonomies, simple data modelling.

Time & location

  • Team rhythm: Ideally one collaborative session per week.
  • Flexibility: We’re happy for volunteers to work from home and fit tasks around life away from Fir Park.
  • Support: You’ll join a welcoming, knowledgeable team – and make a tangible contribution to the club’s heritage.

 What you’ll gain

  • Real-world portfolio pieces and credit for your contributions
  • Experience with digital preservation tools and workflows
  • The satisfaction of helping take our club’s history to supporters of the glorious game globally

How to apply

Please email Nick Mackie, Trustee – Operations at admin@mfcheritagetrust.com or use the contact form.

Let’s Make History Together