Colden Common Football Club is an English association football club based in Colden Common, a village in the civil parish of Oakley, Hampshire. The club competes in the Wessex League Division One, which forms part of the eleventh tier of the English football league system.
History
Colden Common F.C. was established in the latter half of the 20th century; the precise year of formation is not uniformly documented in widely available sources. The club has historically participated in local and regional competitions, progressing through the Hampshire football league structure. In the 2019–20 season, the team secured promotion to the Wessex League Division One after finishing in a top position in the Hampshire Premier League.
Ground
The club's home matches are played at the Recreational Ground in Colden Common, located on the outskirts of Winchester. The venue provides basic facilities typical of non‑league football grounds, including a pitch surrounded by a perimeter fence and a modest spectator area.
Club colours and kit
Colden Common F.C. traditionally fields a kit featuring red and white as the primary colours. The exact design of the home and away kits may vary from season to season in accordance with manufacturer specifications and sponsorship agreements.
League participation
Since joining the Wessex League Division One, the club competes against other semi‑professional and amateur sides from Hampshire, Dorset, and surrounding counties. The division operates at Step 6 of the National League System, with promotion and relegation linking it to the Hampshire Premier League (Step 7) and the higher tiers of the Wessex League.
Community involvement
The club maintains an active presence within the local community, offering youth football programmes and participating in charitable events. It is affiliated with the Hampshire Football Association, which governs football activity within the county.
References
- Hampshire Football Association. “Club Affiliation List.”
- Wessex League official website – club directory.
- Colden Common F.C. official communications (website and social media).
Note: The above information reflects data available from publicly accessible sporting directories and the club’s official communications as of the latest reported season.
