FOOTBALL fans at a Winchester pub can buy more than just a pint of a lager and a packet of crisps when they drop by their local.

Drinkers at the First In Last Out can take their pick from a selection of Winchester City FC merchandise from the comfort of the bar.

Landlady Amanda Clifford has been backing the boys all the way in their quest for glory in the prestigious FA Vase competition.

Regulars at the pub in Wales Street have now got everything crossed for the team who will play in the final in Birmingham on Sunday, May 16.

A fixtures board and scarves, which Amanda washes every fortnight, adorn one of the pub's walls and stock including ties, scarves and cups can be bought over the bar.

"A lot of our regulars follow the team," said Amanda. "It's a very local pub and it's the locals that drive it. If they want to get behind the team we will do anything to help them.

"The atmosphere has been fantastic after all the recent big matches. When they come back to the pub they have all been very excited."

ARE you going to travel to the Midlands to see Winchester City in the FA Vase Final? Maybe you are planning something special to celebrate the club's success or have an interesting or unusual link to the team. If so, we want to hear about it. Call Sarah Jones at the Daily Echo's Winchester office on 01962 854 355 or e-mail her using the link above.