Back of the Net - Wakefield

🎉 1 YEAR OF BACK OF THE NET 🎉

One year ago, we opened the doors to Back of the Net with a vision, a passion for the game, and a belief in what this could become.

Fast forward 12 months, and what a journey it has been. We’ve welcomed incredible customers, built an amazing community, launched Crossbar, and most recently opened Fun Factory Soft Play.

None of this would have been possible without your support. Thank you to everyone who has visited us, recommended us, celebrated special occasions with us, and been part of our story over the past year.

We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved together, and this is only the beginning.

🚨 ACADEMY ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

We are delighted to announce Andrew Middleton as the Academy Manager of the BOTN Legacy Academy.

Andy is a UEFA Diploma-qualified coach who currently works within the Professional Development Phase and Reserve Team programme at Chesterfield FC. With experience across professional and academy football, he brings a wealth of knowledge in player development, academy pathways and talent identification.

His appointment is a huge step forward for the Legacy Academy as we continue to build a professional environment for ambitious young footballers to develop and progress.

⚽ Trial applications are now open. If your child is ready to take the next step in their football journey, secure their place today.

The biggest game in club football is here.

⚽ Paris Saint-Germain vs Arsenal
🕔 Kick Off: 5:00PM

PSG are looking to cement their place amongst Europe’s elite, while Arsenal chase a historic Champions League triumph.

Watch every moment live on our big screens with a huge atmosphere, ice cold pints, great food and fellow football fans.

🍻 Matchday drinks offers
🍔 Full kitchen open
📺 Live across our big screens

Get down early, grab your seat and settle in for one of the biggest nights in football.

😈 SUMMER SINNERS FRIDAYS ARE HERE 😈

The weekend starts at Crossbar.

🍸 Cocktail Trees
🍹 2 Cocktails for £10
🍸 2 Gins for £10
🍷 Château d’Esclans Whispering Angel Rosé
🍺 Discounted Lager
🎶 The best music all night long

Whether you’re catching up with friends, starting a night out or simply enjoying a few drinks in the sun, Summer Sinners Fridays is your new Friday night destination.

Every Friday. Every week. All summer long.

SUMMER SINNERS FRIDAYS have arrived at
Crossbar ☀️

Every Friday night we’re bringing the perfect summer atmosphere with the best music, cocktails, gin, wine and beer deals all under one roof

Enjoy 2 Gins for £10, discounted lager including Madri and Carling, plus the arrival of our new premium house wines including Château d’Esclans Whispering Angel Rosé 🥂

Whether you’re starting the weekend with cocktails, catching up over wine or just fancying a Friday pint, Crossbar is the place to be this summer
Every Friday at Crossbar

The World Cup is coming to Crossbar 🌍⚽️

Our first World Cup since opening… and if you’ve seen the atmosphere in here already, you’ll know exactly what’s coming 👀

Packed out matchdays, huge screens, cold pints, food deals, beer offers and the best football atmosphere in Wakefield.

We’ll be showing all England and Scotland games live throughout the tournament alongside selected fixtures.

This summer, there’s only one place to watch the World Cup 🍻🔥

EVERY FRIDAY AT Crossbar - BOTN 🍹🍾

SUMMER SINNERS FRIDAYS have arrived at Crossbar.

Every Friday night we’re bringing the perfect summer atmosphere with the best music, cocktails, gin, wine and beer deals all under one roof 🌞

Enjoy 2 Gins for £10, discounted lager including Madri and Carling, plus the arrival of our new premium house wines including Château d’Esclans Whispering Angel Rosé 🥂

Whether you’re starting the weekend with cocktails, catching up over wine or just fancying a Friday pint, Crossbar is the place to be this summer 🤝

Every Friday at Crossbar @ Back of the Net - Wakefield

🍻☀️

TIME TO HIT THE CROSSBAR 💥⚽️

Bank Holiday Sunday is here and we’ve got a massive day of football ahead.

- Leeds United live on the screens
- Spurs in their relegation scrap
- Food served all day
- Cold pints pouring in the beer garden
- One of the best sun traps in Wakefield

Whether you’re backing Leeds, watching the drama unfold or just fancy a few drinks in the sunshine.

Crossbar is the place to be today. ☀️🍻

Football development should be more than just turning up for an hour and going home.

At Back of the Net Legacy Academy, we’re creating an environment focused on developing confident, creative and intelligent footballers through a structured pathway designed around every player.

What makes Legacy different?

⚽ UEFA qualified coaching
📈 Development for all players and abilities🏆 Monthly showcase fixtures
🧠 Build confidence and game intelligence🚀 Professional pathway opportunities

Whether your child is looking to improve, challenge themselves or take the next step in their football journey, Legacy Academy has been built to support their development.

📅 Trials begin Monday 8th June
⏰ Sessions between 5pm–7pm (age dependent)
📩 Message us now to register interest

Limited places available.