Macclesfield FC can reluctantly confirm that Lewis Fensome will not be returning to the Leasing.com Stadium for the 2026/27 Enterprise National League North season.
Lewis initially agreed terms to remain a Macclesfield FC player for the upcoming campaign, continuing his journey with the Silkmen since our inaugural 2021/22 season in the North West Counties Premier Division, however owing to work commitments, Fensome has since declared that he’ll be unable to commit to the Club next season.
The centre-half by trade has been a loyal servant for Macclesfield, recently breaking the Club’s appearance record, featuring 188 times in blue since embarking on his mission with the Silkmen, joining from Lancaster City and going on to win three promotions in four seasons.
Alongside this, Lewis has balanced running an extremely successful health & fitness business, Highfield Hybrid, based in Preston, Lewis’ home town, which has become increasingly challenging for the 26 year-old, given that his predominant passion and source of income has required more of his time than anticipated due to exponential growth in the last twelve months.
Highfield have not only expanded their existing sites, but also invested in additional locations, on which they have built and developed high-tech wellbeing and training centres, aimed predominantly at aspiring and existing cross-fit and hyrox-based athletes, whilst accommodating members beyond their specialised areas, providing top tier facilities for all in the North West.
Most recently, Lewis has opened a hydro-therapy centre, providing another excellent opportunity for those requiring rehabilitation to return to fitness at their recommended pace. Fensome has also welcomed the Macclesfield FC First Team, Academy and BTEC teams on to his premises to allow the Club to widen its training regimes.
To make his deal work, Fensome commuted from Preston daily, initially having the intention and aspirations to invest in local property, however with his resource remaining a requirement in Preston whenever not on Silkmen duty, this too has become difficult for the defender to persevere with, requiring a considered conversation with the Management team at Macclesfield, who are naturally disappointed by, but also understanding of Lewis’ predicament and decision to leave after renewing his contract.
The Lancashire lad has recently been acknowledged for his admirable approach to Club life with the special recognition award, but always been referred to as a model pro, reliable, willing and positive throughout his time with Macclesfield, earning him the role of Vice Captain at the beginning of the 2025/26 season, which Lewis proudly accepted and has donned the armband on many an occasion since his appointment, received excellently by the Silkmen faithful.
Taking in to account therefore how much Fensome has given in terms of his effort, commitment, loyalty, passion and professionalism, it is with reluctance that the Club accepts Lewis’ admission and resignation, with both parties mutually agreeing to cut ties ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Everyone at Macclesfield FC would like to thank Lewis for each and every contribution that he has made with the Club, and leaves with our sincere thanks, appreciation and well wishes for the future in football and beyond.
You will always be a Silkmen legend, Fenners. Thank you for everything. You will be sorely missed.
