Added Time - Edition Seventeen
- James Smith
- Jun 7
- 6 min read
Photo by George Lewington.
Written by James Smith
Photos by George Lewington & James Smith
Over the summer editions of Added Time may be published less frequently while the club is in the closed season.
Football news
New chairman & vice chairman
The club are delighted to announce that Matt Carrington is the new club chairman with Luke Mitchell as vice-chairman.
Hear and watch all about it below:
Neil and Peter re-elected
The club also announced that Neil Barker was re-elected as Director of Football and Peter Bottom also remains as Director of Supporters Groups. Both were unanimously re-elected by club owners at the AGM.
Player update:
Here is the current first team retained list for the coming season.
Jamie Ovington
Luka Lodder
Alfie Osborne
Alex Desmond
Harrison Mead
Alex Butt
Jack James
Mulik Rickman
Ethan Goulding
Charlie Smith
JJ Kenna
New arrivals:
Hadley Gleeson
Lewis Smith
Montel Brown
Talks are ongoing with other players from last season as well as possible additions.
No one has left the club at the time writing..
Osborne to be skipper for 2025/26
Experienced centre back and fans favourite Alfie Osborne will be team captain for the coming season.
Jamie Ovington and Luka Lodder will be vice captains as the leadership group is formed.
Steve O’Reilly talks new signings and more
Andy caught up with Steve after revealing some new additions to the squad and a return of a familiar face.
Photo by George Lewington.
Here’s Alfie talking about the captaincy news and the coming season.
Photo by George Lewington.
Pre-season friendlies
The first team friendlies have been announced.
The venue for the Oxhey Jets game is still to be confirmed.
DTFC TV
Watch DTFC TV here:
Offers and Fundraising
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
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.
Town support Pride event
Representatives of Dunstable Town FC were at this weekend’s Pride event at Grove Park.
New chairman Matt Carrington and Director of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, Jackie Carrington were both at the club stand chatting to people about the club and community projects.
They were joined by Andrew Madaras, Angel & Molly Moore, Emily Johnston and Arran Lamont from the club..
Photo: Matt and Jackie at the club stand.
June Breakfast Club
The next Breakfast Club at the Fly-by-Cafe takes place on Tuesday 17th June at 10am.
Chat and a Pint evening at The Glider
On Wednesday the club are hosting a Chat and a Pint evening at The Glider Pub.
Walking Club
On Sunday 29th June 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
Here is a list of organisations where you can use your DTFC Blue Card to gain discount.
AH Carpentry & Joinery, Milton Keynes, Bucks.
Location - Milton Keynes, Bucks
Discount - 10% Labour Discount
Contact - 07968354412 / www.ahcjoinerymk.com
Belvoir Lettings [Agent],
Location - 18 Church St, Dunstable
Discount - 1.5% Monthly Fee Discount
Contact - 01582 343209 / daniel.bourke@belvoirlettings.com
DTFC Matchday Merchandise
GJ Smith Roofing, Dunstable.
Location - Glenacres, Watling Street, Dunstable. LU6 3QS
Discount - Discount to be discussed at time of order
Contact - enquiries@gjsmithroofing.co.uk / www.gjsmithroofing.co.uk
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).
Contact - 01582 472727 / www.gobowlingnow.co.uk /
Hey Jude Fitness [Personal Trainer]
Discount - 10%
Contact - https://heyjudefitness.com/
Hunt Fitness, Leighton BuzzardLocation - Leighton Buzzard, Beds
Discount - 15% - contact for discount information
Contact - 07907322653 / www.huntfitness.co.uk
La Pasteria Pizza Bar, Dunstable.
Location - 36 High Street, Dunstable
Discount - 10% Discount off total bill - Monday to Thursday Inclusive
Contact - 01582 572718/ lapasteriapizzabar.com
L&K Flowers, 28 Sundon Park Road.
Location - 28 Sundon Park, Luton
Discount - 10% Order Discount (Lifestyle)
Contact - 01582 490003 / www.landkflowers.com
Marshall Plumbing & Heating.
Location - Dunstable.
Discount - 10% Labour Discount
Contact - 07871626816 marshallheating@outlook.com
Maximum Secrurity Systems Limited,
Location - Houghton Regis, Beds
Discount - Malcolm Jolly - contact for levels of discount
Contact - 01582 864138 / www.maximumsecuritysystems.co.uk
PB Decorating Services, Dunstable.
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
The Bedfordshire Window Doctor.
Location - Dunstable.
Discount - Mark Harnett - contact for discount to be applied on order
Contact - 07956325797/
The Glider Pub, Lowther Road, Dunstable.
Location - 65 Lowther Road, Dunstable
Discount - 10% Discount on drinks at the bar
Contact - 07966 453188 / thegliderpub.uk on Facebook
The Horse & Jockey Restaurant.
Location - Watling Street, Kensworth.
Discount - 25% Discount on main meals.
The London Gliding Club [Fly-By Café]
Location - Tring Road, Dunstable
Discount - 10% Cafe Discount and the counter
Contact - 07886 226354 / The Fly-by Cafe on Facebook
Treat Day Bakes.
Location - Leighton Buzzard.
Discount - Frances Evans - 5% Occasional Cakes Order Discount
Contact - 07718794693 / treatdaybakes on Facebook
Become a member of DTFC today and help the club and also get discounts at these places.
Contact: chair.dunstabletownfc@gmail.com or treasurer.dunstabletownfc@gmail.com for more information.
Club Merchandise
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.
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Sale: £5 off home shirts (all sizes) online, match days or some Thursday evenings at Creasey Park during the season.
Online shop:
dunstabletownfc.co.uk/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
U8 - 1 spaces
U9 - 4 spaces
U10 - sold out
U11 - sold out
U12 - sold out
U13 - 4 spaces
U14 - sold out
Girls only
U11 girls 4 spaces
U12 Girls 6 spaces
U14 girls 6 spaces
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 - Beds FA.
Sign up via:
