As the year comes to an end, we asked photographer Daisy Spiers to pick her favourite photos from 2023.
Author: Andrew Spiers
Match Preview: Northwood FC – Home
This game has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. Keep an eye on social media for the rearranged date.
We start the New Year with the first of 8 scheduled games in January. We welcome Northwood FC to the Iconic to play them for the 4th time this season.
Matchday: Monday January 1st, 2023
Kickoff: 3 pm
About Northwood FC
A team was formed in Northwood back in 1899 but Northwood FC in its current form is believed to have been founded in 1926. Their initial history is unclear but they joined the Harrow & Wembley League in 1931 where they won an impressive six titles in a row prior to World War 2 and three more titles after the war. They spent the 1950s and 1960 playing mainly junior-level football.
The club joined the Isthmian League in 1992 via spells in the Hellenic and Spartan Leagues. This was one of their most successful periods which lead them gaining promotion to Step 3 and the Premier Division. They were then switched to the Southern League Premier Division but after relegation were moved back to the Isthmian League Division One North. Another switch back to the Southern League before they were moved back again to their current league – Isthmian League South Central.
Head to Head
We have played Northwood 3 times already this season. The first was a 4-1 away defeat in the league before a 2-2 draw in the FA Cup. We lost the replay 1-0 with a last minute goal for Northwood.
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased on the gate. We take both cash and cards on the gate.
Turnstiles, kitchen and bar open at 1.30pm. Food is available from 2pm.
Prices are;
- Adults: £10
- Concession: £6
- Under 16: £1
About Hill Farm Lane
Address: The Iconic Stadium, Hill Farm Lane, Binfield RG42 5NR
Hill Farm Lane is a modern non-league football ground with parking on site, disabled access and more including:
- Licenced bar
- Tea bar serving hot and cold food
- Disabled access to pitch side
- Toilets
- Standing and seated covered areas to watch the match
- Card payments taken on the gate, in the bar and at the tea bar.
There are over 100 spaces available to park at the ground.
Match Photos: Chertsey – Away
Last game of the year was an away trip to Chertsey. Photographer Daisy Spiers was there on a damp December day.
New Signing: Isaiah Blankendal
Binfield FC are pleased to announce their second new signing Isaiah Blankendal. Isaiah is a 21 year old left winger who has previously played at Hartley Wintney and Andover New Street.
Having worked before with Ross at his academy, Isaiah said that it was an automatic yes when he was asked if he was interested in joining Ross at The Moles.
Isaiah said that his relationship with Ross is very good as he has known Ross for almost 4 years now. He added “He’s seen me play many times and seen me develop my game over the past 4 years so I think that played a crucial part in him bringing me in with him to Binfield.”
Looking forward to the rest of the season, Isaiah said “I think what I have to offer as a left winger and as a player can be very exciting. I bring goals and creativity which is very key to have as an attacking player. So hopefully for this second half of the season with Binfield I can bring just that to this new side.”
Welcome to Binfield Isaiah and we look forward to seeing you on the pitch.
Match Preview: Chertsey FC – Away
The last game of 2023 for the Moles with a tough away game at Chertsey FC.
Matchday: December 30th, 2023
Kickoff: 3 pm
About Chertsey Town FC
Chertsey Football Club was established in 1890, and in 1963 it became a member of the Metropolitan League. After three seasons, they switched to the Spartan League, where they finished second in 1974–75. A year later, they joined the Athenian League and remained there until the league’s dissolution in 1984. After joining the Isthmian League, they were immediately relegated to the Combined Counties League. The club returned at the first opportunity as runners-up. In 1986, the team started a 20-season tenure in the Isthmian League, winning three promotions and suffering three relegations across the divisions.
The Curfews returned to the Combined Counties League in 2006 after the non-league pyramid was reorganised, and they regularly finished in the top half of the standings. Following a disagreement on the appropriateness of the league champion’s stadium for the higher division, Chertsey Town, who came in second place that year, was promoted to the Southern League Division One Central. The club, however, struggled for three seasons before being demoted back to the Combined Counties League. The Curfews won the Combined Counties League Premier Division in 2018–19 with just three defeats, and they also won the FA Vase at Wembley Stadium. The club returned to the Isthmian League in 2019 but saw the first two seasons curtailed.
Head To Head
The Moles and The Curfews played out a 1-1 draw at the start of October.
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased on the gate.
Prices are;
- Adults: £10
- Concession: £7
- Under 18: £2
Ground
Address: Chertsey Town Football Club, Alwyns Lane, Chertsey, KT16 9DW
Nearest Station: Chertsey which is a 15 minute walk from the ground.
January Fixtures
January is a busy month for The Moles. Weather permitting, the first team have 8 games scheduled including 6 home games.
As always, keep an eye on the website and social media in case of any postponements.
First Team
1st Jan 3pm – Northwood @ Iconic Stadium, Binfield
6th Jan 3pm – Hanworth Villa @ Rectory Meadow, Hanworth
9th Jan 7:45pm – Uxbridge @ Iconic Stadium, Binfield
12th Jan 7:45pm – Ascot @ Iconic Stadium, Binfield
16th Jan 7:45pm – South Park (Reigate) @ Iconic Stadium, Binfield
20th Jan 3pm – Met Police @ Imber Court, Esher
27th Jan 3pm – Southall @ Iconic Stadium, Binfield
30th Jan 7:45pm – Westfield @ Iconic Stadium, Binfield
U23 Development Team
6th Jan 2pm – Burghfield Reserves @ Iconic Stadium, Binfield
13th Jan 2pm – Newbury Binfield FC @ Iconic Stadium, Binfield
20th Jan 2pm – Maidenhead Town Reserves @ Iconic Stadium, Binfield
27th Jan 2pm – Goring United @ Upper Red Cross Road
U18 Allied
10th Jan 7:30pm – Eversley & California – Away
18th Jan 7:45pm – Ascot @ Iconic Stadium, Binfield
22nd Jan 7:45pm – Wokingham & Emmbrook @ Emmbrook Sports & Social Club, Wokingham
New Signing: Ethan Lindo
Binfield FC are delighted to announce the signing of young forward Ethan Lindo.
Lindo, aged 18, played on Saturday in the Moles’ 2-1 Isthmian League defeat to Guernsey. He scored Binfield’s only goal in the match with a powerful effort across the Guernsey goalkeeper.
Speaking to club media for the first time, Lindo said “It was a privilege to be asked to sign for Binfield as I was aware of the heritage of the club and opportunity to play senior men’s football in a key position is a real honour.“
Lindo, admits he is “delighted” to be joining up with Ross Weatherstone (who joined the club last week) as the pair have worked together at Ross’ IDFA. He added : “I took the opportunity to join “Rosco” at the beginning of season as his academy IDFA run by himself and Andy Hunt, they specialise in developing young players in a professional full time academy programme. Under his coaching I have grown in confidence as a footballer and believe in ‘the process’. His positivity was key in my decision to join the club under his leadership.”
Speaking about his debut goal, Ethan said “I am obviously delighted to score on my debut. It was my first senior men’s goal however I was disappointed that we couldn’t get a couple more to help the team with a home win! I will be trying my hardest to help the team by scoring as many goals as I can and will continue to work hard for team, coaches and supporters for the remaining part of the 23/24 season.”
Match Postponed: Badshot Lea – Away
Unfortunately, due to the last couple of hours downpour, the game tonight (27th December) has been postponed.
The website will be updated when we have a new date for the fixture.
Match Preview: Badshot Lea FC – Away
This game has been postponed. Keep an eye on the website and social media for the rearranged date.
Straight after the Christmas break, the Moles return to action with an away trip to Badshot Lea FC.
Matchday: December 27th, 2023
Kickoff: 7:45 pm
About Badshot Lea FC
Established in 1904, Badshot Lea Football Club played in local leagues before joining the Surrey Intermediate League, where they won Division One in 1936-37, 1937-38, and 1985-86. After winning the Challenge Cup in 1987-88 and the Invitation Cup in 1989-90, they were relegated to Division Two but won the division in 1992-93. They then moved to Division One East of the Hellenic League in 2003, winning the Supplementary Cup in 2005-06 and being promoted to the Premier Division in 2006-07. They made their debut in the FA Cup in 2014 and were relegated to Division One in 2016-17 but promoted back to the Premier Division the following season. The club was placed in the Premier Division South in 2021 and was runners-up in the division in 2022-23, earning promotion.
Head To Head
The Moles have already played Badshot Lea twice this season. They lost 6-0 away in a Velocity Cup tie and 3-0 at home in the league.
Tickets
Prices are;
- Adults: £10
- Concessions: £5
- 13-17: £1
- Under 12’s: FREE
About Operatix Community Ground
Address: Operatix Community Ground, Westfield Lane (Entrance off Riverdale), Wrecclesham, Farnham, Surrey GU10 4PF
Match Photos: Guernsey FC – Home
Start of a new era at the Iconic Stadium with Ross Weatherstone in charge for his first game. The visitors this time were Guernsey. In a close game, the Moles lost 2-1.
Photographer Daisy Spiers was there to capture the action.
Club statement: New first team manager
Binfield FC are pleased to announce Ross Weatherstone as the new first team manager.
We are delighted to welcome Ross back to the club, where he managed our Development Team and won the Michael Bidmead Suburban League Cup in 2019.
Last season, Ross managed Hartley Wintney FC 1st Team at Step 3 and also been involved with their U23 Development Team as Manager and Coach for the last 4 Seasons. During that period, he has a proven record of coaching and developing young players into 1st Team Football.
Ross is a former professional footballer who has played for Oxford United, Stevenage Borough and Boston United, where he was a part of the Boston United team that won the National League Championship in 2002.
Over the coming weeks Ross will be assessing the needs of the club and as that evolves he will confirm all who will form his backroom team.
First Team Manager Depature
Binfield Football Club can confirm that Garry Haylock has today left his role as First Team Manager. The club would like to pass on our thanks to Garry for his hard work and dedication whilst in the role and we wish him all the very best for the future.
Binfield Football Club is now very much focused on turning our season around as we move into the busy Christmas and New Year period. We will be announcing the details of the New Management Team prior to our game against Guernsey this coming Saturday.
Match Preview: Guernsey FC – Home
Due to the weather postponement of the Uxbridge game, we welcome Guernsey to the Iconic Stadium for our only home game in December.
Please note that this is an early kick-off of 1pm.
Matchday: Saturday December 23th, 2023
Kickoff: 1 pm
About Guernsey FC
Guernsey Football Association has existed for nearly 130 years but Guernsey FC only joined the England Football Period in 2011. They were the first team from the Channel Islands to join a mainland league – Jersey and then the Isle of Man have since followed suit.
They initially joined the Combined Counties Football League Division One which they won in their first season and gained promotion to the Premier League. After only one season in this division, they were promoted to Isthmian League Division One South. They have played at this level since – losing out in the playoffs in the 2013–14 season.
Head to Head
Last season, the Green Lions won both of the games against the Moles. They won the away game 3-1 whilst less than two weeks later, they won the return game 2-1.
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased on the gate. We take both cash and cards on the gate.
Turnstiles, kitchen and bar open at 11.30am. Food is available from 1pm.
Prices are;
- Adults: £10
- Concession: £6
- Under 16: £1
About Hill Farm Lane
Address: The Iconic Stadium, Hill Farm Lane, Binfield RG42 5NR
Hill Farm Lane is a modern non-league football ground with parking on site, disabled access and more including:
- Licenced bar
- Tea bar serving hot and cold food
- Disabled access to pitch side
- Toilets
- Standing and seated covered areas to watch the match
- Card payments taken on the gate, in the bar and at the tea bar.
There are over 100 spaces available to park at the ground.
Match Photos: Raynes Park Vale FC – Away
A trip to newly promoted and high flying Raynes Park Vale for the Moles this week. Photographer Daisy Spiers was there to photograph the 4-0 defeat.
Match Preview: Raynes Park Vale FC – Away
After the disappointment of a rain postponed fixture, the Moles travel to high-flying Raynes Park Vale for a tough away fixture – weather permitting.
Matchday: December 16th, 2023
Kickoff: 3 pm
About Raynes Park Vale FC
Raynes Park Vale FC was formed in 1995 as a merge of Raynes Park and Malden Vale Football Clubs who were both founded in the mid-1960s. The new merged club immediately joined the Combined Counties Football League.
The 2022-23 season concluded with a Raynes Park Vale double as the 1st team were crowned Combined Counties Premier South League champions on 99 points. Raynes Park Vale were promoted to the Isthmian League – South Central Division.
Last Time Out
Both teams fixture were postponed last weekend due to bad weather. Raynes Park Vale were unlucky as they had already travelled to Guernsey.
About Prince George’s Fields
Address: Prince George’s Fields, SW20 9HA, just off Grand Drive
