Roy Chapman, Imps Player and Manager – 1960s

1952: Started his professional career at Aston Villa F.C.1957: Transferred to Lincoln City F.C. in search of regular first-team football1961: Sold to Mansfield Town F.C. — played there for four seasons1965: Returned to Lincoln City as player-manager1966: Stepped back from management, continuing as a player1967: Joined Port Vale F.C. to finish his playing career Career totals: Scored 200 goals in 415

BBC Panorama – 1997-8

The state of football in the 1990s and features Lincoln City, John Beck and also Jim Smith. (apologies for the state of the upload – it was recorded from analogue TV via an indoor aerial on night of broadcast.)

Mick Harford – autographed photograph collection – 1977-78, 1978-9 1979-80

From the Trevor Baumber collection Mick played for Lincoln City between 1977-1980, with 115 appearances and 41 goals. He later played for Newcastle, Bristol City, Birmingham City, Luton Town, Derby County, Luton Town (again), Chelsea, Sunderland, Coventry and Wimbledon – and managed Nottingham Forest, Rotherham United, QPR (twice) and Luton

Upscaled Team Shot from 1900-1

with thanks to Donald Nannestad for identifying the season. Cleaned up and upscaled. Back row: C Taylor (director), William McMillan, Alfred Webb, Will Gibson, RA Strawson (director), Jack Cowley Middle row: Tom Waterson (trainer), George Fraser, John Crawford, Percy Blow, David Calderhead (Secretary-Manager0 Front row: Jack Dixon, Peter Proudfoot, Dennis

The Managers Part 2

Following Strawson, George Frazer managed for one season, while David Calderhead Junior and Horace Henshall each held the position for three years. Subsequently, we appointed the clever and resourceful Harry Parkes. Our final secretary-manager would prove to be our most successful, as the Brummie (formerly of WBA & Coventry) transitioned

The Managers Part 1

Throughout our history, the Imps have experienced over 40 managerial changes in various forms.  Among these, eight held the title of Secretary-Manager, a unique role that combined the daily management of the club’s administration with the organisation and training of the team. The Directors were responsible for selecting the team

Players of the Season 2025-6

Ivan Varfolomeev won the Young Player of the Year (Harry Wilmott Trophy) and Conor McGrandles the Player of the Year Award (Vic Withers Trophy); both awards organised by the Red Imps Community Trust with Ivan nominated by the coaching staff and Conor voted overwhelmingly by the fans.