Added Time - Edition Nineteen
- James Smith
- 24 hours ago
- 6 min read
Photo: Peter introduces new owners.
Written by James Smith
Photos by George Lewington, James Smith & Graham Blease
Over the summer editions of Added Time may be published less frequently while the club is in the closed season.
Ownership News
The club have launched new Ownership packages for the coming season.
A vital way to support the club financially with great benefits for the owner too.
Football news
Men’s team pre-season schedule
The confirmed fixture schedule for pre-season is now fully confirmed.
We will now play Oxhey Jets at the Beds FA 3G pitch in Tithe Farm Road, Houghton Regis at 8pm on Thursday 10th July.
Women’s team
The women’s team are recruiting now. This is a great opportunity for experienced and talented young players to join the club..
It has been confirmed that they will play at step 6 of the Women’s football pyramid in the Eastern Region Women’s Football League Division One North.
Update from Steve O’Reilly
Andy caught up with Steve last week to look ahead at pre-season.
Pitch update
Here’s a another Creasey Park pitch update from Jack at Cut Crew.
DTFC TV
Watch DTFC TV here:
Fundraising
🕺 PARTY ON! | The club have arranged a 70’s party at the end of July.
Fundraising Manager Emily Johnston has been busy in her new role at the club, this will be her first event, so please support it if you can.
💙🪩🕺
🎟️https://shorturl.at/5CEmx
Creasey Community Chest
Read more below about how to join to win cash prizes and help the club financially at the same time.
The May winning numbers are:
First prize (£100) - Ball number 74
Second prize (£75) - Ball number 20
Third prize (£50) - Ball number 21
Read more here: dunstabletownfc.co.uk/creaseys-community-chest
Sponsorship
If you or your company/organisation would like to sponsor the club in return for excellent hospitality and recognition please contact James Read via email:
Community News & Events
Men’s Mental Health Support Group
A free group to just chat and socialise with no pressure to talk.
It’s very informal and relax. A great way to meet new people and take time out from any stress.
Chat and a Pint at the Glider Pub
We maybe organising a Chat and a Pint evening on Friday 4th July from 7pm.
Keep an eye on social media for any update.
July Breakfast Club
The next Breakfast Club at the Fly-by-Cafe takes place on Tuesday 15th July at 10am.
DTFC Blue Card holders get 10% off orders.
Walking Club
On Sunday the first Walking Club event will take place. A short route has been planned for the initial walk, which will be at Dunstable Downs.
Cricket match afternoon
Blues Together is also planning on attending a cricket match at Dunstable Town Cricket Club in July.
This is to support a fellow community sports club and also for people to enjoy an afternoon out in a great environment and scenery.
Blues Together - Building Friendships
Everybody is welcome, join us and build some new Friendships!
Check out the webpage:
To find out more email:
Women’s Walking Football
Numbers are going well and we hope to have more ladies joining now the weather has improved.
From 7pm - 8pm at Beds FA, Tithe Farm Road, Houghton Regis.
For further details and registration contact Claudette by emailing dunstabletownfcwomenswf@hotmail.com or call 07724 943767.
Women’s Recreational Football
Sessions are all about growing female football participation, improving fitness, offering an alternative way to exercise and continue to enjoy the game in a relaxed, welcoming environment away from competitive leagues.
If you used play but haven't for years due to life, work, children etc or if you have never played but fancy giving it a go, this is the ideal session for you.
For more information contact:
Monday evenings 7pm to 8pm on ATP2 at Creasey Park.
Community Activities List
The club run a number of community activities on a weekly basis from Men’s Walking Football to Mental Health clubs.
Here’s what’s on offer:
Blue Card Discount Scheme
We welcome Beef King (Dunstable) to the Blue Card scheme.
Get 10% off orders in the shop when you show your DTFC Blue Card.
Here is a list of organisations where you can use your DTFC Blue Card to gain discount.
AH Carpentry & JoineryLocation - Milton Keynes, BucksDiscount - 10% Labour Discount
Contact - 07968354412/ www.ahcjoinerymk.com
Beef King (Dunstable)
Location - 161 High Street North, DunstableDiscount - 10% off orders in shop
Contact - 01582 340745 / www.beefking,co,uk
Belvoir Lettings (Agent)
Location - 18 Church St, Dunstable
Discount - 1.5% Monthly Fee Discount
Contact - 01582 343209 / daniel.bourke@belvoirlettings.com
DTFC Matchday Merchandise
Location - Creasey Park, Dunstable
Discount - Dan Roberts @ DTFC - 10% Discount per item
Contact - 07999747931 / www.dunstabletownfc.com
Everyone Active
Location - The Dunstable Leisure Centre, Court Drive, Dunstable LU5 4JD
Discount - Joining Fee discounted to £1 when signing up to a monthly standard membership payment @ £40.99
Contact - 01582 361400 / www.everyoneactive.com
GJ Smith Roofing Contractors
Location - Glenacres, Watling Street, Dunstable. LU6 3QS
Discount - Discount to be discussed at time of order
The Glider
Location - 65 Lowther Road, Dunstable
Discount - 10% Discount on drinks at the bar
Contact - 07966 453188 / thegliderpub.uk on Facebook
GoBowling, Dunstable
Location - Court Drive, LU6 4JD
Discount - Discounted rate of £5.50 per game. Lanes must be prebooked by emailing -sales.dunstable@gobowlingnow.co.uk - with a minimum of 1 week's notice. (Lifestyle).
Hey Jude Fitness
Location - Dunstable, Beds
Discount - Contact for discount information
Contact - https://heyjudefitness.com
Hunt Fitness
Location - Leighton Buzzard, Beds
Discount - 15% - contact for discount information
Contact - 07907322653 / www.huntfitness.co.uk
La Pasteria Pizza Bar
Location - 36 High Street, Dunstable
Discount - 10% Discount off total bill - Monday to Thursday Inclusive
Contact - 01582 572718/ lapasteriapizzabar.com
L&K Flowers
Location - 28 Sundon Park, Luton
Discount - 10% Order Discount (Lifestyle)
Contact - 01582 490003 / www.landkflowers.com
The London Gliding Club (Cafe)
Location - Tring Road, Dunstable
Discount - 10% Cafe Discount and the counter
Contact - 07886 226354 / The Fly-by Cafe on Facebook
Marshall Plumbing & Heating
Location - Dunstable, Beds
Discount - 10% Labour Discount
Contact - 07871626816 / marshallheating@outlook.com
Maximum Security Systems Limited
Location - Houghton Regis, Beds
Discount - Malcolm Jolly - contact for levels of discount
Mecca Bingo, Luton
Location - Skimpot Road, Dunstable LU4 0JB
Discount - A discounted meal deal for a Burger and a Beer @ £5 any day any time.
Contact - 01582 572294 / emma.baker@rank.com
PB Decorating Services
Location - Dunstable, Beds
Discount - Peter Bottom - 10% Labour Discount
Contact - 07754114368 / pbcarpentry@hotmail.co.uk
PJ Kelly Electrical Services Limited
Location - Meppershall, Beds
Discount - Pat Kelly - 10% Labour Discount
Contact - 07894292665 / patrick.kelly8@icloud.com
The Bedfordshire Window Doctor
Location - Dunstable, Beds
Discount - Mark Harnett - contact for discount to be applied on order
Contact - 07956325797/ www.bedswindowdoctor.co.uk
The Horse and Jockey
Location - Dunstable, Beds
Discount - 25% off main meal
Contact - https://www.tabletable.co.uk/en-gb/locations/bedfordshire/horse-&-jockey?cid=GLBC_41013875
Treat Day Bakes
Location - Leighton Buzzard, Beds
Discount - Frances Evans - 5% Occasional Cakes Order Discount
Contact - 07718794693 / treatdaybakes on Facebook
Become an owner of DTFC today and help the club and also get discounts at these places.
Contact: Rupert.dunstabletownfc@gmail.com for more information.
Club Merchandise
Sixty years shirt on sale now
The club in association with VX3 have designed a bespoke shirt to mark 60+ years at Creasey Park.
Predominantly white in colour, it includes images of Creasey and DTFC history. White was the original colour back in 1964.
It will be worn once in a competitive match at the start of the season.
Order yours here:
Away shirt
The new away shirt has been announced and will be a red shirt with black trim with a frosted glass template chosen by a vote of club owners.
News of how you can purchase one will be available soon.
You can visit the club shop online or on match days.
Online shop:
Main Club Sponsor
Call 01582 545454 or visit maydayvehiclerentals.com
Vacancies
Tournament
Pre-Season Tournament 30th/31st August
Limited spaces left
Boys & girls
U7 - 3 spaces (Sunday) 5v5
U9 - 2 spaces 7v7
U10 - 1 space 7v7
U13 - 1 space 11v11
Girls only
U11 Girls 4 spaces 7v7
U12 Girls 1 spaces 9v9
Cup and plate pathway
25/26 age groups
25/26 format
Great facilities, ample parking
A great way to kick start your 25/26 season with a pre season tournament at Creasey Park.
Sign up via:
