WHAT was it like to play in the 50s and 60s at Victory Park, Chorley? Were those old leather balls as easy to control as today's spherical bits of plastic? What is the secret to scoring 50 or more goals per season?

On Tuesday, March 22, supporters can pose such questions and more besides to the very players who graced the Victory Park pitch during arguably Chorley Football Club's most successful era .

Some of the most celebrated players from those times have agreed to come to a night of reminiscence and reunions, organised by the Magpies Trust in conjunction with the club's Association of Former Players.

Trust meetings organiser Ed Cookson said: "We are hoping to have a lively evening. The first part will be based on the Question Time format with a panel of celebrated players. And we'll be leaving plenty of time for players to renew past acquaintances. So far, nearly 30 'big names' have agreed to attend, and the number is increasing daily."

The panel is expected to include prolific goal-scorers Eric Littler (51 goals in a single season), Ray Hobson and Peter Watson whose 371 goals will probably never be exceeded, together with stalwarts Fred Hitchen, Gordon Griffith and Walter Gill.

Two of the oldest former players Harry McShane and Arnold Hartley are hoping to get along. Arnold played that fateful day - November 17, 1945 - when, shortly after beating Accrington Stanley in the FA Cup, the old wooden stand burned down. Then there's England B keeper Charlie Ashcroft, Cyril Fairclough, Jack Cross and many more; the list goes on.

The meeting will start promptly at 8pm on Tuesday, March 22, at the Social Club, Victory Park off Duke Street. The Trust would like to invite all players from that era, supporters past and present and anyone with an interest in Chorley football. Just turn up on the night. Absolutely everyone will be welcome. Non-members £2, players and members free.