Added Time - Edition Twenty
- James Smith
- 5 hours ago
- 7 min read
Written by James Smith
Photos by George Lewington & James Smith
Firstly, as part of the football world and family we send our sincere condolences to the families of Diogo Jota and Andre Silva who lost their lives tragically this week.
Ownership News
With gold and platinum ownership you can now get FREE entry to all women’s and U18’s floodlit teams league matches.
More information on this and other packages here:
Football news
FA Competition Draws:
FA Cup - We have been drawn at home to Great Wakering Rovers in the Extra Preliminary Round of the FA Cup, which will take place on Saturday 2nd August.
The winners will be at home to either Stotfold or Redbridge on Saturday 16th August.
FA Vase - We have been drawn away to Virginia Water in the first qualifying round on Saturday 23rd August.
The winners will play Kempston Rovers at home on Saturday 20th September.
FA Youth Cup - We have been drawn at home to Royston Town in the preliminary round games to take place w/c 1st September.
The winners will be at home to March Town United or St Ives Town w/c 15th September.
Pre-season Training
This has been going well and the players from the men’s and women’s first teams have been working hard in the very hot weather of late. They have been back two weeks now.
Men’s Team Pre-Season Fixtures
The confirmed fixture schedule for pre-season is now fully confirmed.
The game at Sarratt FC will now kick off at 3pm and not 2pm as previously advertised.
We 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.
They also looking for new coaches, see the vacancies list further down this update.
Women’s team Pre-season Fixtures
Venues and kick off times to be confirmed.
Pitch update
Here’s the final Creasey Park pitch update from Jack at Cut Crew before pre-season games start.
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.
💙🪩🕺
🎟️ Tickets: 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
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.
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
The next Chat and a Pint at the Glider will be next Friday from 7pm.
Hope to see you there.
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.
Away day to Clapton CFC
A reminder to let Peter Bottom know if you are intending to come on the trip.
Details of the trip and journey are in the link below:
Family Picnic and Fun Afternoon
There will be a family picnic and fun afternoon at Bennett’s Recreation Ground at the end of July, weather permitting.
Please keep an eye on socials with regards to the weather and potential postponement.
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.
With ownership you get the DTFC Blue Card.
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
Dunstable Town Tournament slots available
2025/26 age group
4 x U7 slots ( New slots for the Sunday)
2 x U13 Boys slots
4x U11 girls
6 x U14 girls (just opened)
6 x U13 girls (Just opened)
Sign up via:
