After another successful community day both on and off the pitch on Saturday 22nd March, here is a round up of the day from Community Officer Vikki Pawley.

Supporters, players and staff donated a whopping 261kg of food to Dover Food Bank as part of our food bank fixture. This is an amazing show of support for a local cause and shows just how fabulous you all are. Thank you!

“I just wanted to say a massive thank you from all of us at the Dover FB on how you and the club supported us at the weekend. We had a great day as I’m hoping the club did in its support of the Dover community. With your help our donations weighed in at a massive 261kg which certainly exceeded our expectations.It was great how the club, supporters club, players and the public all helped in donating towards the event, we are most blessed.” Steve Ford – Dover Food Bank

Live music in the Centre Spot, from local musician Taylor Clark Proved popular. Thank you Taylor for joining us again and keeping us entertained.

Up on the community training pitch, we welcomed some of the Community Team from Dover District Council, with their Community Roots Van and Football Speed Cage. Thank you for giving up your time to provide an extra activity on the day.

Our resident face painters, Tracey and Claudia, were as always very busy in the lead up to kick off. It was great to see so many painted faces around the ground. We hugely appreciate you both giving up your time to help us at Community Days.

Collection tins around the ground for Prostate Cancer UK, partner charity for Non League Day, raised £58. Thank you to those who donated.

Players from our youth section U14 boys and U15 girls came along to hand out giveaway bags. It was lovely to see you here supporting your club. A special thank you to the Dover Athletic Supporters’ Club for their donation towards purchasing items for the giveaway bags.

So, another huge thank you to everyone involved in our Community Day, we couldn’t do any of this without you.

Vikki

We are looking forward to welcoming you to the Megger Community Stadium for Non-League Day on Saturday 22 March against Dulwich Hamlet.

The day kicks off with the gates at Crabble opening at 1pm. We have live music in the Centre Spot courtesy of Taylor Clark and free face painting!

1000 adult and child tickets have gone out to local primary and secondary schools and also to other community groups in the Dover area. Every child attending the match will also receive their own DAFC goodie bag with plenty of treats and merchandise inside.

This is also our ‘Food Bank Fixture’ – working in partnership with Dover Food Bank. We encourage spectators to bring a food donation item to the game if they are able to. There will be food donation points within the ground. Find out more about the items they require here.

There is still time to book on to our match day hospitality package which includes a butler hosted lounge and three course meal, whilst watching the game from the best seats in the house.

For the last decade the leading men’s health charity, Prostate Cancer UK, has worked side by side with Non-League Day, raising funds and awareness for and about the most common cancer in men. We will have donation buckets around the ground.

After the game, our players will be in the Centre Spot ready to meet and greet our young fans, sign autographs and have their pictures taken.

And how can we forget, Dover Athletic mascot Captain Crab will of course be making an appearance.

See you there!

Book your Christmas Party with us now.

As we kiss goodbye to summer, it’s now full speed ahead to the festive season as we look to host four Christmas Dinner events at the Centre Spot. Eat, drink and be merry as well as dancing the night away to your favourite yuletide classics. We are taking bookings now so don’t hesitate. Further details are on the flyer below, but hurry before we sell out. We look forward to welcoming you and your party.

Enjoy a welcome glass of fizz on arrival, three course meal served at your table and party the night away at our disco

Fri 6, Sat 7(SOLD OUT), Fri 13, Fri 20 Dec | Doors open 7pm | Dinner served 7.30pm | Party until midnight

Fully licensed bar (Card only). Wine list available with 10% discount when ordering in advance. group bookings welcome – tables of 8

£31.95 PP

Book today – call 01304822373 or email [email protected]

Starters

Prawn Cocktail

Homemade Broccoli & Stilton Soup

Duck & Orange Pate served with Melba Toast & Salad

Main course

Traditional Roast Turkey, Roast Potatoes, Stuffing, Chipolata Sausages served with Seasonal Vegetables

Roasted Beef Sirloin, Roast Potatoes served with Seasonal Vegetables

Chestnut Roast topped with Cranberries & Cashew nuts, Roast Potatoes served with Seasonal Vegetables

Dessert

Traditional Christmas Pudding served with a Brandy Sauce

Belgian Chocolate & Raspberry Torte

New York Cheesecake served with a Fruit Coulis

Coffee served with Mints

Watch it here – https://youtu.be/5AKIQUagEwU

Vikki Pawley chats with Justin Allen about her work in the community with Dover Athletic, some of the exciting things going on including the upcoming community day plus the challenges of fighting hard for better and affordable sporting facilities in the town.

Book your Christmas Party with us now.

As we kiss goodbye to summer, it’s now full speed ahead to the festive season as we look to host four Christmas Dinner events at the Centre Spot. Eat, drink and be merry as well as dancing the night away to your favourite yuletide classics. We are taking bookings now so dont hesitate. Details are on the flyer below, but hurry before we sell out. We look forward to welcoming you and your party.

Come and enjoy band night with us in the Centre Spot. 

Turmoil will be playing live at the Centre Spot on Friday 27 October and we want you there to come along and enjoy a night of classic hits. From Oasis to Blur, Snow Patrol to Nirvana, Turmoil will have you tapping your toes and possibly even getting your dance on. Its a repeat performance from the band who played at the clubs last Community Day in July.

Ticket Information:

£5 per ticket paid on the door.

Doors open at 7pm with the band playing from around 8.30pm-10.30pm

Come and join our second community day of the season. 

On Saturday 21^st October, Dover Athletic Football Club will be holding their second community day of the season, in conjunction with the Dover Athletic Community Trust. 1000 adult and child tickets have gone out to local schools over the last few weeks, as part of the community day drive to ensure we have as many people as possible seeing all the great things we have lined up.

Latest Striker results for Wednesday 18th October

Congratulations to all the winners and better luck next time if your name wasn’t drawn out. It could well be your time next week.

For anyone who doesn’t know how the Striker Lottery works well let me explain if for you. Each week, so long as you have paid your £1 weekly subscription, your number will be entered into a draw. If your number is drawn, congratulations – you’re a winner! It’s as simple as that. The draw is held every Wednesday. Keep an eye on the website and social media pages for full details. Who knows, your number could scoop the £1,000 top prize.

Please note that only paid-for tickets are entered in the draw. For your convenience, your membership fee can be collected from you, or you can pay at the Club Office or, to save time, you can pay monthly or quarterly by standing order.

Contact [email protected] to register your interest and good luck

Earlier this week we were saddened to hear the news of the passing of former Midfielder Neil Le Bihan.

Neil was part of, arguably, our best ever midfield in 1999/2000. Neil made 171 (+12) competitive appearances and scored 18 Goals across 5 seasons (1997-2002) with us. His goals included netting the winner in a 1-0 win away at Doncaster (April 2000) and a goal in a rare 3-1 win away at Stevenage (April 2002).

The one that he’ll be remembered most for scoring is that stunning equaliser at home to Cheltenham Town in the FA Trophy Semi-Final Second Leg at Crabble in April 1998.

Sadly, Neil took his own life after a challenging period of mental health, something that he had bravely fought against for a considerable time.

If you are struggling yourself please reach out to someone.

Samaritans are always here to listen, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

If you’re going through a tough time, we encourage you to visit their website below or call their helpline.

Samaritans | Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy | Here to listen

Former teammate Jake Leberl: Such sad news, a wonderful guy a great teammate where we shared many happy memories, stood out from the rest of us with his intelligence on & off the field. RIP Neil & condolences to his young family.

Fancy watching the Whites take on Hemel Hempstead Town in style? Of course you do.

Mitch Brundle and the boys will be looking to put on a show and where else would you rather watch it than here with us.

Watch the game from the best seats in the house and let our match day hospitality provide the ultimate way to spend your time with us.

The package includes:

• Butler hosted lounge with large TVs and a projector showing the game

• A three-course meal served at your table

• Reserved undercover premium padded seating

• Complimentary tea, coffee & mineral water, plus a dedicated paid bar before and after the match

• Complimentary match day team sheet

The very special experience costs £28 per person and is available for individual and group bookings, or as a gift voucher.

Please note that this price does NOT include entry for non-season ticket holders who do attend, and they will still need to pay at the turnstile on the day.

On the menu for the game will be :

• Pate & Melba toast
• Roast Beef, Yorkshire Pudding, Roast potatoes, Peas, Carrots & Gravy
• Raspberry & Elderflower Cones

Arrival at the ground should be at 1pm and food will be served at 1.30pm.

There are only 64 spaces available, so all tickets will be sold on a first-come-first-served basis.

The dress code is smart casual.

To buy your VIP ticket please email [email protected] or call the office on 01304 822373