Barry Town United are shaping their squad for the new Cymru Premier campaign with a series of summer transfers and a key fixture on the horizon. The club, which finished third last season, has been active in the market according to reports from FAW.cymru and TNT Sports.
Who are Barry Town's new signings?
The club has brought in seven players ahead of the new season. According to the FAW.cymru transfer tracker, the new arrivals are Jack Shaw from Trethomas Bluebirds, Sion Spence from Gloucester City, James Lester from Llanelli Town, Elliott Dugan from Bristol Manor, Jadyn Crosbie from Dorchester, Owen Brain from Taunton Town, and Noah Daley from Penybont. These signings aim to bolster the squad following a 2025 campaign where the team scored 43 goals and conceded 33.
Manager Gavin Chesterfield will hope the new additions can help close the 34-point gap to league leaders The New Saints. The fresh faces provide depth across multiple positions as the club looks to build on its final standing of third place with 46 points from 32 games last term.
Which players have left the club?
Seven players have departed Jenner Park during the summer transfer window. The confirmed departures listed by FAW.cymru are Rhys Kavanagh, who has retired, Ben Margetson to Merthyr Town, Robbie Willmott to Newport City, Ollie Hulbert to Weston-super-Mare, Ieuan Owen to Kilmarnock, Jac Thomas to Pontypridd United, and Joseph Beynon to Trethomas Bluebirds.
These exits mark a significant refresh of the playing staff. The club's recent form at the end of the last campaign was LLWDW, and the management has decided on a reshuffle to push for further improvement. Fans can view the updated squad list on our dedicated squad page.
When is Barry Town's next match?
Barry Town's next competitive fixture is scheduled for October 24, 2026, at home against Haverfordwest County AFC. This match will be an early test for the newly assembled squad as they begin their league campaign in earnest.
The full schedule for the 2026-27 season, including all upcoming fixtures, is available on our fixtures page. Preparation for this match will be crucial as the team aims to start the season strongly and improve upon last year's record of 12 wins, 10 draws, and 10 losses.
How does the head-to-head record look?
Recent statistics from TNT Sports show Barry Town's last five encounters with Colwyn Bay yielded one win, one draw, and three losses. The most recent of those matches took place on March 14, 2026. This historical data provides context for one of the league's recurring fixtures.
Analysing such head-to-head records is part of the club's preparation for the long season ahead. Supporters interested in more detailed team and player statistics can find them on our stats hub. The team's goal difference of +10 from last season is a platform they will look to enhance.
The club's immediate focus is integrating new signings before the October 24th kick-off against Haverfordwest County at Jenner Park.
