THE scheduled friendly clash against Lancashire rivals Bolton Wanderers originally set for Monday, July 14 has been postponed.

The decision was taken this week following an inspection of the Gigg Lane playing surface which it is thought needs more time to mature before the new Third Division season kicks off on Saturday, August 9.

The Shakers' pre-season schedule now reads: Saturday, July 19: Radcliffe Boro v Bury (3pm); Wednesday, July 23: Leigh RMI v Bury (7.45pm); Saturday, July 26: Bury v Manchester City (3pm); Tuesday, July 29: Bury v Oldham Athletic (7.45pm).