ASHINGTON EASE TO PROMOTION WIN

Ashington were today promoted to the Northern Premier League after beating Glossop North End in a one-off play-off game.

League chairman Glenn Youngman said:  “Ashington thoroughly deserve to be promoted – finishing second in Division One and and producing an emphatic win today.

“Congratulations to everyone connected with the club.  We wish them all the best for next season.”

The game to decide who is promoted from Division Two to Division One will be held on Monday.  The play-off final between Billingham Town and Birtley Town will be held at Bedford Terrace with a 3pm kick off.