Berkhamsted

Berkhamsted FC: Club Directory

Berkhamsted Football Club, nicknamed the Comrades, represent the Hertfordshire market town of Berkhamsted. The modern club was formed in 2009 after the previous Berkhamsted Town club ceased operating, while the Comrades name recalls the town’s earlier football heritage. In 2026/27, Berkhamsted compete in the Southern League Premier Division South at Step 3.

Quick Facts

  • Club: Berkhamsted FC
  • Nickname: The Comrades
  • Location: Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
  • Ground: Glencar Community Stadium, Broadwater
  • League: Southern League Premier Division South
  • Step: 3
  • Club colours: Check the current club kit and match information before visiting

Club History

Berkhamsted’s football identity is rooted in the Comrades tradition, a name that grew from local residents’ efforts to protect sporting space for the town. Berkhamsted Town developed through local leagues and became part of the town’s sporting fabric. After the former club’s demise, a new Berkhamsted FC was established in 2009 and began its climb through the non-league pyramid.

The re-formed club made rapid progress, winning successive divisions in the Spartan South Midlands League in its early seasons. Promotion and continued development brought the team into the wider Step 4 and Step 3 landscape. The Comrades’ story reflects the importance of volunteers, local facilities and a strong community identity in building a sustainable non-league club.

Ground Guide: Broadwater

Berkhamsted play at the Glencar Community Stadium at Broadwater, off Lower Kings Road, Berkhamsted. The site has a long sporting history. The football ground took its present shape in the 1980s when the layout of the wider sports grounds changed; the existing cricket pavilion was adapted for football use and floodlights helped the club progress up the leagues.

Supporters should check the club’s official channels for the latest kick-off, ticketing, parking and accessibility information. If travelling by train, Berkhamsted station is in the town; confirm the walking route and any matchday transport arrangements before setting off.

Honours and Milestones

  • The modern club was established in 2009.
  • Won consecutive Spartan South Midlands League promotions in its early seasons.
  • Broadwater has been a community sports site for generations.

Matchday Experience

Berkhamsted offer a classic local-club experience in a town with a proud sporting tradition. The Comrades nickname and Broadwater’s history give the club a distinctive identity, while its progress through the pyramid has brought new challenges and opportunities at Step 3.

Club History and Key Milestones

Berkhamsted FC are nicknamed the Comrades and have a history reaching back to the nineteenth century. The club plays at Broadwater and represents the Hertfordshire town in regional non-league football. Its long local history and ground form the basis of this visitor guide.

Matchday Notes

Check the club’s latest official announcement for the confirmed venue, kick-off time, admission prices and payment methods. Supporters should verify parking and public transport options and plan the return journey after evening fixtures. Historic ground names and old ticket information may no longer be current.

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Regional Context

The club’s place in the Southern League Premier Division South brings a varied schedule of regional fixtures against sides from across southern England. The division’s travel demands and changing opposition are part of the challenge of a long season. Check the latest league table and official club updates for current standings and form.

Getting There and Access

Use Broadwater and the address shown in the Quick Facts section above when planning your journey. Check the club’s current directions before setting off, as parking, access points and local restrictions can change. If travelling by public transport, verify current services and the return journey, especially for evening kick-offs.

Before You Visit

  • Confirm the fixture and kick-off time with the club.
  • Check current admission prices, payment options and turnstile opening times.
  • Review parking, accessibility and public transport information for the specific match.
  • Check official club updates on matchday for postponements or changes.