Chichester City FC is more than just a local football club. For people in Chichester and beyond, it is a community institution. As a local printing company, we love supporting it: printing kits, flags, signage, and giving fans a way to show their colours.Below you’ll find key facts about Chichester City FC, along with answers to the questions fans often ask. Where possible, I link back to how our printing business can help the club, its fans, and the community.
Origins and History
When was Chichester City FC founded?
The current club traces back to a merger in 2000 between Chichester City and Portfield. Wikipedia+2Wikipedia+2 The older club Chichester City had roots going back to 1873. Wikipedia After the 2000 merger, the club became Chichester City United, later renamed Chichester City FC. Chichester City FC+3Wikipedia+3Company Information Service+3
Over time, the club has climbed through non-league divisions and has become a source of pride in West Sussex.
Ownership
Who owns Chichester City FC?
The club is structured as a limited company. Company Information Service+2Wikipedia+2 The chairman is Andrew Bell. Chichester City FC+2Company Information Service+2 There is no single wealthy owner publicly known like in big professional clubs.
According to UK company records, past directors include Adrian Nicholas Girdler (resigned) and others. Company Information Service+1 But currently, the club is run by local people, board members, volunteers, and community involvement.
So while “Who owns Chichester City FC” might sound like a simple question, there is no sole owner in the style of big clubs. It is community / board controlled.
Sponsorship in 2025
Who sponsors Chichester City FC 2025?
The club has multiple sponsors. Pitchero+2Chichester City FC+2 For example:
- Shirt Sponsor: A-Boss Scaffolding Pitchero+1
- Shirt Sponsor: Cummins & Pope Ltd Pitchero+1
- Stadium Sponsor: Countrywide Gas Services Pitchero+1
- Other sponsors include Bridge Construction Southern Ltd, MKM Building Supplies, Southern Industrial Roofing, GPR Decorating, SML Decorators Ltd, Coversure Insurance, CGS Civils Ltd, and others. Chichester City FC+2Chichester City FC+2
The club also offers sponsorship packages (e.g. “Platinum”, “Player Sponsorship”, “Sponsors Draw”, “Matchday Sponsor”) Chichester City FC
If you’re a business or fan, we can help you create custom signage, banners, sponsor boards, club logos, kit sponsors, etc.
Can I buy shares in Chichester City FC?
Given how the club is organized (community / limited company structure), there is no open stock market listing or public share scheme. The club does accept members and local involvement in governance.
So the answer is: no, not in the conventional sense. There is no open share offering to the public known. However, local people might be able to become members and help in decision making depending on club rules.
How much is a box at Chichester City FC?
“Box” might refer to a hospitality box, executive box, or corporate box seat at the stadium.
I couldn’t find a specific published price for boxes at Oaklands Park. The club’s official site has admission and function room hire, but no specific “box” cost. Chichester City FC+2Chichester City FC+2
If your printing business works with the club, you might ask the club directly, and we can help you produce signage or branding around a box.
How much is Chichester City FC worth?
I found no reliable valuation for Chichester City FC. Non-league clubs generally do not publicize “worth” as in millions. Their value lies in community, stadium, facilities, assets (pitch, clubhouse, brand), and sponsor / matchday revenues.
Because the club is modest in scale, its “worth” would likely be modest relative to professional clubs.
How to get to Chichester City FC?
The club plays at Oaklands Park, Chichester. Pitchero+3Wikipedia+3Chichester City FC+3
To get there:
- By car: follow local roads toward Oaklands Way, Chichester, and follow club signage.
- By public transport: use local bus or train into Chichester, then a short bus, taxi, or walk depending on your location.
- The club’s website has “Get Directions” links. Chichester City FC+1
Because Oaklands Park is within Chichester, it is relatively accessible to local residents.
Where do Chichester City FC train?
I could not find a public source naming a separate dedicated training ground. It is likely they train at or near Oaklands Park or other local facilities. Many non-league clubs use their main ground or community pitches for training.
If you contact club officials, they may tell you their training venues.
Who is the current manager of Chichester City FC?
The current manager is Miles Rutherford. Chichester City FC+2Wikipedia+2
Other coaching staff include Danny Potter, Darin Killpartrick, Gary Clarke, James Feist. Chichester City FC
Is Chichester City FC for sale?
I found no credible indication that Chichester City FC is officially for sale. Clubs of this type rarely are publicly sold, unless by board decision. There is no public announcement or news that the club is for sale.
If there were interest, the board or owners would likely issue a statement.
Local club support and our printing services
As a printing company based in Chichester, we are proud to support Chichester City FC, the local club we care about. We see them as more than a sports team, they are part of our local identity.
Here is how our services tie in:
- We can print flags, banners, posters, club signage, matchday boards.
- We can do football shirt customization (put name, number, sponsor logo) for player kits or fan shirts.
- If the club has sponsors, we can produce logos and sponsor branding on kits, boards, and promotional materials.
- If local businesses want to sponsor the club, we can assist them by making high-quality sponsor boards, digital and print ads, and kit branding.
- We can support club events (opening, gala, community days) by printing tickets, leaflets, flyers, backdrops.
By supporting Chichester City FC in print, we help the club sharpen its brand and visibility, and help fans wear their pride.
Why support Chichester City FC (and use us)?
- The club is a local club in Chichester. It brings people together, builds local identity.
- For fans wanting quality printed items with club logos and personalisation, we are nearby and experienced.
- For sponsors and businesses wanting exposure with the club, we can deliver printed materials quickly and locally.
- In helping the club visually, we strengthen community ties and show our own commitment to Chichester.
Summary
Chichester City FC is a non-league football club based at Oaklands Park, Chichester, with a long history (back to 1873), now operating under a community / board structure since the 2000 merger. It has many sponsors in 2025, such as A-Boss Scaffolding, Cummins & Pope, and Countywide Gas. The club is not publicly listed, so you cannot buy shares in the usual sense. I found no confirmed “box price” or club valuation available publicly. The manager is Miles Rutherford, and the club currently is not officially for sale.
As a printing company in Chichester, we are proud to support Chichester City FC. We can make all kinds of kit printing, flags, sponsor boards, personalized jerseys, and more. We want our community club to look its best on and off the pitch.