Not even lockdown can stop the Colts getting results!

We're proud and delighted to announce Wiltshire's No 1 grassroots club has earned FA Charter Standard accreditation for yet another season.

We're committed to providing a safe, fun and inclusive place for every member of the Colts family to play, enjoy and be inspired by the game and this recognition underlines the tireless efforts of our volunteer army of coaches and committee members - secretary Mike Poole deserves special mention for ensuring compliance with the FA's thorough guidelines.

This status is not easily won - especially in this most testing of years - and proves once again our club is built to last and the best for miles around.

We’re proud to announce Castle Combe Colts are fielding a girls’ team for the first time in the club’s 23-year history this season.

Best of luck to the U11 Jets and coaches Claire, Mark and Nick for the big adventure - one that started in fine style in their debut outing against Swindion Allstarz at the sportsfield.

If you're interested in joining the team, get in touch with secretary Mike Poole at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Do you have a football-mad son or daughter in Reception or Year 1 at school?

Our MiniKickers section for boys and girls aged 4 to 6 is one of the longest-running and successful in the Chippenham area - many of our current under-18s squad started their football journey with this group and are still proudly playing in black and white stripes today!

We're always on the lookout for new recruits (as well as aspiring parent coaches!). We're an award-winning, Charter Standard club and all of our teams are coached by fully-checked FA-qualified coaches. All drills are fun-based and our ethos means players of all abilities are welcome.

Our MiniKickers train on Saturday mornings during term time. Sessions are held outside on grass at Yatton Keynell or Castle Combe, or indoors at Sheldon School depending on the time of year. The first 4 sessions are free as a taster and, after that, children can get a year's worth of coaching for only £20.

For more information please email MiniKickers coach Jamie Harris at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

As a rather strange 2020/21 season kicks off, we're working hard to keep all visitors to Castle Combe Sportsfield safe from Covid-19.

Measures to stop the spread include...

- Everyone self-assessing for symptoms

- Hand sanitiser stations

- Goals and equipment disinfected

- Register of all players and spectators

- Staggered kick-off times

- Spectators in groups of 6 maximum

- One-way system

Read our risk assessment here

Colts legend David Lewis was recognised for 15 years of dedication to the club and football in the county in the FA and McDonald’s Grassroots Awards 2020.

David, who led last year’s U18s from their MiniKickers days right through to the end of their youth football career, has also served the club as Respect ambassador, sportsfield manager, kit manager and chairman.

He was named as the runner-up in the Wiltshire FA’s Volunteer of the Year category.

The awards celebrate individuals, teams, clubs, projects, leagues and volunteers who put their heart and soul into the grassroots game and inspire us all.

Trevor Newman, who succeeded David as Colts chairman and worked alongside him as secretary, said: “The longevity, consistency and quality of Dave’s coaching and administration mean he is fully deserving of this recognition.

“He is an exceptional coach, so popular with his players many of whom have been with him for 14-plus years! It is his values, hard work and tenacity that sets him apart though.

“He has role modelled getting higher coaching qualifications. He has improved our club through his work in all roles.

“His teams play in the right way and with the right behaviours and values. He is passionate about the game but knows where the boundaries are and how to conduct himself. He doesn’t take the easy route, but always finds the right one. “It’s been a pleasure to work alongside him for so long.”

On the 72nd birthday of the NHS, words cannot express how thankful all of the Colts family are for the sacrifices made and miracles performed by our heroes - not only this year, but every year since 1948.