Behind the scenes at Burnley FC's civic reception

By John Deehan

Published 7th May 2025, 17:27 BST

Updated 7th May 2025, 17:57 BST

Before Burnley FC took to the streets for their promotion parade, players and staff were welcomed to a special civic reception at Burnley Mechanics.

The Mayor of Burnley, Coun. Shah Hussain, along with other local dignitaries, greeted the team ahead of the public celebrations.

The Mechanics building hosted a private reception before the squad made the short walk to the town hall for media interviews and their now-famous appearance on the balcony overlooking the crowds below.

Take a look at some behind-the-scenes moments from the civic celebration.

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BURNLEY FC promotion parade and civic reception 6/5/25_©Andy Ford

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BURNLEY FC promotion parade and civic reception 6/5/25_©Andy Ford Photo: ANDY FORD

BURNLEY FC promotion parade and civic reception 6/5/25_©Andy Ford

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BURNLEY FC promotion parade and civic reception 6/5/25_©Andy Ford Photo: ANDY FORD

BURNLEY FC promotion parade and civic reception 6/5/25_©Andy Ford

3. BURNLEY FC promotion parade and civic reception 6/5/25_©Andy Ford

BURNLEY FC promotion parade and civic reception 6/5/25_©Andy Ford Photo: ANDY FORD

BURNLEY FC promotion parade and civic reception 6/5/25_©Andy Ford

4. BURNLEY FC promotion parade and civic reception 6/5/25_©Andy Ford

BURNLEY FC promotion parade and civic reception 6/5/25_©Andy Ford Photo: ANDY FORD

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