In photos: take a look inside Haywards Heath Town Football Club's new café

The grand opening took place on Saturday, March 30, when the club welcomed Loxwood to the Home Smart Energy Stadium.

The café, which has seen the derelict Pilgrim Huts renovated, was named Simmo’s after long-time fixture secretary Tony Sim who passed away last year. Read the full story here.

Club director Sean Furminger said: “Simmo, as he was affectionately known, had been part of the fabric of the club for generations, and knew everyone in Sussex football. We’re very proud to name the café after him to have a lasting memorial of his commitment to Haywards Heath Town FC.”

HHTFC club has thanked everyone who contributed towards making Simmo’s a reality, including Mid Sussex District Council and the Football Foundation.

Haywards Heath town mayor Stephanie Inglesfield said: “It was lovely to attend the grand opening of Simmo’s café at Haywards Heath Town Football Club. Simmo’s café replaces in style the old food van, which will allow the football fans to order food and drinks in comfort, while still being able to follow the games as the large windows of the café look directly onto the pitch. It was my privilege to attend the opening of Simmo’s as it is named in honour of Tony Simm, who was the fixture secretary, and a loyal HHTFC supporter for the past four decades. Marion Simm, Tony’s widow, cut the ribbon and Marion and the family were clearly moved and grateful for this tribute to Tony.”