Shortwood United will resign from the EVO-STIK South West at the end of the season, it has been confirmed by the league.
The Woods, who reached the FA Cup first round in 2013/14, have lost a major sponsor and won't be able to raise the necessary funds to continue at their current level.
Shortwood are currently 19th, eight points above the relegation zone.
A statement by the league read: “It is with deep regret that Shortwood United FC has tendered its resignation from the League effective from the conclusion of the 2017/18 season.
“The League wishes Shortwood United FC the very best for the future and hopes to see them again before too long.”
Thank you to everyone for their kind words and thoughts. We have not folded, far from it!
Sometimes in life you have to take a step back to move forward! We have made so many friends in the @SouthernLeague1 .. it is an incredibly sad day for all of us here at the wood!— Shortwood Utd FC (@ShortwoodUtdFC) March 28, 2018
