When the Alliance League ceased Downshire joined the Northern Amateur Football League in 1951 , although their stay was brief , leaving in 1953 .
When the club decided to play competitively they joined the Church Alliance League shortly after World War II .
When the Church Alliance League   ceased Downshire joined the Northern Amateur Football League in 1951 , although Church Alliance League 's stay was brief , leaving in 1953 .
When the club decided to play competitively they joined the Church Alliance League shortly after World War II .