Castle Douglas author Anthony Davis has scored a big hit with football fans with his recently published story of a remarkable cycle ride.
In the Saddle for the Saddlers describes his 184-mile round trip to Liverpool to support his beloved Walsall 40 years ago. The book comes with lavish illustrations and offers 'a delightful cameo of football following in 1961'. Copies are available from Tony Davis at 60 St Andrew St, Castle Douglas, DG7 1EN, price £4.95 + £1 p+p.