Blairgowrie & Rattray Community Football Trust

𝐆𝐀𝐌𝐄 𝐎𝐍! ⚽️🎮

From Friday 4th September, we’re bringing GAME ON to Davie Park - giving Blairgowrie High School pupils the chance to get involved, play, and have fun every Friday afternoon!

🔥 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐨𝐧?

⚽️ 𝟔-𝐚-𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
Get your team together, step onto the pitch and battle it out for bragging rights!

🎮 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐔𝐩 𝐋𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐞
Fancy gaming instead? Jump into our esports and indoor games area and see what you can do!

🗓️ Every Friday - starting 4th September
⏰ 1pm-3.30pm
📍 Davie Park, Rattray
👥 Open to all Blairgowrie High School pupils

Whether you’re a football fanatic, a gaming legend, or just looking for something fun to do on a Friday afternoon - GAME ON is for you!



Blairgowrie High School

Following a series of recent break-ins, we have reviewed CCTV footage relating to various incidents of damage and theft and have identified the individuals involved through high-quality footage.

We would strongly advise against entering the premises outside of opening hours. The gates are locked for a reason, and access to the site is restricted when the facilities are closed.

More importantly, if anything were to happen to you or your friends while on site out of hours, emergency services may struggle to reach you. This is particularly concerning if poor decisions are made, such as attempting to climb onto the roof or accessing areas that are not intended for public use.

However, if you do choose to ignore our advice and enter out of hours, please at least follow these basic rules:

⚽ Use one of the footballs that are left out - please do not take or interfere with other equipment.
⚠️ Do not undertake any dangerous activities, including climbing on roofs, fences or other structures.
🏟️ Leave all equipment exactly where you found it.
🚫 Do not cause any damage or interfere with the facilities.

CCTV is in operation, and incidents are being reviewed. The police are aware of these incidents, therefore any damage or theft will be reported immediately.

We’d much rather everyone waited until the facilities are open and used them safely and appropriately.

𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈 𝐊𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐈𝐒 𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐊!

Looking for a fun first step into football for your little one? Our Mini Kickers sessions are perfect for children aged 3-5 years!

Join us every Tuesday from 18th August to 27th October, from 4.15pm-5pm at The Stadium, Davie Park.

💙 Fun football
⚽️ Games, skills & plenty of smiles
👟 Perfect introduction to the beautiful game

Booking is essential via our website! For more information, contact [email protected]

8 days until our Community Trust Manager takes on the Kiltwalk! 💙

After completing the Dundee Half Marathon in July, the second part of the challenge is next weekend - only £340 from the target of £1000!

If anyone can and would like to donate, you can do so here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/lynsey-brcft?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL

Any donations are greatly appreciated!

𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐨𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐞 & 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐰-𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 💙

Blairgowrie & Rattray Community Football Trust is delighted to announce a series of exciting appointments and promotions as the organisation enters a brand new era of growth, innovation and community impact.

Following continued development across our programmes, we are proud to introduce our strengthened staff team, combining experienced faces with new additions who will help drive the Trust forward.

Leading the team is Lynsey Gerrie, who has been promoted to Community Trust Manager. Lynsey's passion, commitment and extensive experience within the Trust make her the ideal person to oversee the organisation's continued growth and ensure we continue to make a positive difference throughout the local community.

Also stepping into a new leadership role is Nathan White, who has been promoted to Head of Football. Nathan will lead the delivery and development of our football pathway, helping to provide high-quality opportunities for participants of all ages and abilities.

The Trust is also pleased to welcome two new members of staff. Calum Byres joins as Football Development Officer, bringing enthusiasm and fresh ideas to support the expansion of our football programmes, while David Wilson has taken up the role of Football Education Officer, where he will play a key role in developing educational opportunities alongside our football provision.

Looking ahead, we are excited to welcome Craig McLellen to the team at the end of the month as our new Projects Co-ordinator. Craig has been a familiar and valued part of the Trust for many years through his ongoing involvement, and we are thrilled that he will now be joining us on a full-time basis to help lead and develop future projects across the organisation.

Alongside our staff appointments, the Trust is equally pleased to announce its new Board of Trustees, whose experience and leadership will help shape the organisation's future.

Caitlin Mackenzie has been appointed Chairperson, bringing a fresh, innovative perspective as the Trust continues to grow and evolve. Caroline Shiers remains a key part of the Board, now serving as Vice-Chair and Secretary, while Peter Scobbie takes on the role of Treasurer.

These appointments mark an exciting milestone for Blairgowrie & Rattray Community Football Trust as we continue to expand our reach, strengthen our programmes and create more opportunities for people across our community to participate, develop and thrive through sport.

Everyone at the Trust is incredibly excited about what lies ahead and looks forward to working with participants, partners, volunteers and the wider community as we begin this exciting new chapter together. 🤝

https://brcfc.org.uk/news/17365

We have recently introduced a new alarm system at our stadium - please see below information on what to do or who to contact if you hear this sounding when the building is closed or unmanned 🚨

📞 Please contact:
Nathan White – 07513 164491

📞 Alternative contact:
Chris Campbell – 07916 217057

If you see smoke, fire, forced entry, or any other immediate danger, please call 999.

Please do not enter the building or put yourself at risk.

Thank you for helping us keep the building and surrounding area safe. 🙏

Volunteers needed to launch new Lunch Club for Rattray community! 🥪

Royal Voluntary Service is appealing for local volunteers to help launch its new Rattray Lunch Club, offering people the chance to make a real difference in their community while boosting their own wellbeing.

The new lunch club will launch in September and take place fortnightly on Wednesdays from 11:30am-1:30pm at Blairgowrie & Rattray Community Football Trust, at the stadium at Davie Park. Run by volunteers who want to make a difference in their free time, the club will provide a welcoming space for local people to come together over a home-cooked two-course lunch, friendship and conversation.

The club is expected to welcome up to 30-40 diners once established and will provide a friendly, inclusive environment, particularly for older people or those who may be experiencing feelings of loneliness or isolation.

Royal Voluntary Service is now looking to recruit volunteers of all ages ahead of the launch, to help bring the new club to life. Opportunities are available for people to help serve lunches and support diners, volunteer drivers to bring people to and from the club, and service support volunteers and social media volunteers to help spread awareness of the club in the community.

By giving just a few hours of their time, volunteers can join a friendly local team helping to ensure the lunch club becomes a welcoming place where people can meet, socialise and build lasting friendships.

Volunteering can have a positive impact on those giving their time, as well as the people receiving support. 88% of Royal Voluntary Service volunteers say volunteering improves their wellbeing, while almost one in three (31%) say it has made them more physically active. Volunteering offers the chance to build confidence and develop practical skills including communication, teamwork, relationship building – and even social media.

Ahead of the official launch in September, Royal Voluntary Service will also be attending an open afternoon at Davie Park on Thursday (August 13th) from 4-5pm, where local people can find out more about the new lunch club, meet members of the team and ask questions about volunteering or attending once the service opens.

Sarah Murray, Royal Voluntary Service Health and Community Operations Manager for Scotland, said: "The new Rattray Lunch Club will be a warm and welcoming place where people can enjoy a good meal, meet new people and feel part of their local community – and we're looking for volunteers to help us get the club started.

"Whether you'd like to welcome diners, help serve lunches, drive people to the club or support us behind the scenes with social media, every role makes a real difference. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, learn new skills and give something back to your community, and we'd love to hear from anyone who'd like to get involved."

Thanks to support from Perth Health and Social Care Partnership, and the Community Learning & Development Team from Perth Council, Royal Voluntary Service is able to establish and grow the new Rattray Lunch Club, helping local people stay socially connected and independent within their community.

Royal Voluntary Service runs lunch clubs across Britain, supported by volunteers who help create friendly, inclusive spaces where older people can stay connected, enjoy regular social interaction and build lasting friendships.

No previous experience is needed to volunteer, and full training and ongoing support is provided by the charity.

Anyone interested in volunteering at the Rattray Lunch Club can visit GoVo.org or contact the RVS Perth office on 01738 633975 or by emailing [email protected].

https://brcfc.org.uk/news/17360

Volunteers needed to launch new Lunch Club for Rattray community | Blairgowrie & Rattray Community Football Trust | My Club Hub Royal Voluntary Service is appealing for local volunteers to help launch its new Rattray Lunch Club, offering people the chance to make a real difference in their community while boosting their own wellbeing. The new lunch club will launch in September and take place fortnightly on...

SUMMER CAMP - WEEK 4 (10th-14th Aug) ⚽️

Looking for football fun next week? We have something for you:

✨ World Cup Camp (Ages 5-12)
✨ Goalkeeper Camp (Ages 7-10 & 11-14) - still spaces available!
✨ £1 to Play (Ages 13+)

Don’t miss out - book your place today!

📩 [email protected]
📞 07513 164491

We would like to wish all the young people who have received their exam results today the very best - from everyone at Blairgowrie & Rattray Community Football Trust! 🍀

We hope today brought the results you were hoping for. If it didn't, remember that one set of results does not define who you are or what you can achieve. Keep believing in yourself, work hard and never stop chasing your goals... there are always different paths to success.

Whatever today has brought, we're proud of you. 💙⚽

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO COLLECT LOST PROPERTY 🚨

We have lots of lost property in our container at Davie Park!

If you think any of the items belong to you, please come down and collect it, or get in touch with us through facebook or email [email protected]

All items will be donated if not collected by Monday 10th August.