Gosport Borough

Gosport Borough: Club Directory

Gosport Borough are a Hampshire club based at Privett Park in Gosport. Formed in 1944, Borough have grown into a familiar name in the Southern League and are known to supporters as the Boro. In 2026/27, the club compete in the Southern League Premier Division South at Step 3.

Quick Facts

  • Club: Gosport Borough FC
  • Nickname: The Boro
  • Founded: 1944
  • Location: Gosport, Hampshire
  • Ground: Privett Park (also promoted as the AEI Stadium)
  • Address: Privett Road, Gosport, Hampshire
  • League: Southern League Premier Division South
  • Step: 3

Club History

Gosport Borough were formed during the Second World War and built their place in Hampshire football through local competition before progressing into the regional leagues. Their rise in the modern era brought them into the Southern League Premier Division and national cup attention. The club’s most celebrated recent cup achievement came in 2013/14, when Gosport reached the FA Trophy final at Wembley, losing narrowly to Cambridge United.

The Boro have continued to compete in a demanding regional division, drawing on local support and a strong identity rooted in the town. Like many non-league clubs, their story is shaped by volunteers, community backing and the challenge of sustaining a competitive side while maintaining the facilities that make matchdays possible.

Ground Guide: Privett Park

Gosport Borough play at Privett Park on Privett Road, Gosport, Hampshire. The club also uses the name AEI Stadium in its visitor information. The ground has a traditional non-league atmosphere, and the club’s matchday offer includes hot food and drinks from the clubhouse and snack bar.

The club advises that limited free parking is available outside the ground for early arrivals, with additional street parking nearby. Visitors driving from the M27 should check the club’s official directions; rail travellers should confirm the best onward route because Gosport does not have a railway station in the town centre. Check current ticket and accessibility details before travelling.

Honours and Milestones

  • Founded in 1944.
  • Reached the FA Trophy final at Wembley in 2013/14.
  • Established Southern League Premier Division membership in the modern era.

Matchday Experience

Privett Park offers the familiar pleasures of a Southern League away day: close-up football, local hospitality and a ground with a clear connection to the town. Gosport’s FA Trophy run remains a landmark for the club and its supporters.

Club History and Key Milestones

Gosport Borough are nicknamed the Boro and play at Privett Park. One of the club’s major modern achievements was reaching the FA Trophy final in 2013/14. The club represents the Gosport community in Hampshire and has a long regional football history.

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 connects it with a broad group of sides across southern England. The division brings a varied schedule of home and away fixtures, and supporters can use the club’s history and honours above to place the current campaign in context. Check the latest league table and official club updates for current form and standings.

Getting There and Access

Use Privett Park 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.