Pub name revealed

We can finally reveal the result you’ve all been waiting for – our new Plough Lane pub will be called The Phoenix.

And, to honour our legendary manager Allen Batsford, the main stadium road that leads into our new ground and behind our main West Stand, will be called The Batsford Way.

Dons Trust Board co-chair, Jane Lonsdale, said: “The pub name has triggered a lot of interest and debate. Thanks go to all the 1,541 DT members who voted..

AFC Wimbledon & The Dons Trust Governance update and 2020/21 financial review

June marks the end of the club’s financial year, so as part of the Dons Trust Board’s commitment to transparency we are presenting the membership an overview of the financial position. June is also the mid-point of what has been a very busy year for the club and Trust. Following on from our stated priorities for 2021, and as a summary of some of what we have been doing, we also present an overview of some governance changes.

Below we’re..

The Dons Trust AFC Wimbledon Club OwnersDons Trust Board Meeting Summary – 19 May 2021

On Wednesday 19 May 2021, the Dons Trust Board (DTB) gathered via Microsoft Teams for its regular monthly meeting. This is a summary of matters discussed, pending publication of full minutes.

Attendees: CEO – Joe Palmer.  DTB: Xavier Wiggins, Jane Lonsdale, Charlie Talbot, Niall Couper Hannah Kitcher, Ed Leek, Luke Mackenzie, Graham Stacey, Tim Hillyer

Also in attendance: Secretary – David Gowns, Treasurer – Michele Little, Minute-taker – Ollie Ryan Tucker, Communications Assistant – Matt Stockbridge

The meeting opened by..

A Tribute to Dons supporter Colin Gales

The Dons Trust and the Club were shocked to hear the news that long-standing Wimbledon supporter Colin Gales had passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at the age of 74.

Colin, a member of the DT, was well known around the club as he volunteered for many years in the club shop and helped with ticket mail-outs. He would often drop by the Dons Trust kiosk on matchdays at Kingsmeadow. Colin is pictured above (second from left) in a group..

The Dons Trust AFC Wimbledon Club OwnersTrust Member Season Ticket and Debentures Information

New stadium, new home – and a whole new range of opportunities! Our return to Plough Lane is one of the greatest events in our proud history and the demand for season tickets is going to be higher than ever.

We are back, we are home, we are Wimbledon – so check out all our exciting options, including new price points for different age groups.

The priority window for Dons Trust members is now open and will run until..

Dons Trust Board meeting summary – 21 April

On Wednesday 21 April 2021, the Dons Trust Board (DTB) gathered via Microsoft Teams for its regular monthly meeting. This is a summary of matters discussed, pending publication of full minutes. 

Attendees were as follows: 

From the Football Club Board (FCB): CEO – Joe Palmer  

From the Dons Trust Board (DTB): Xavier Wiggins, Jane Lonsdale, Charlie Talbot, Niall Couper Hannah Kitcher, Ed Leek, Luke Mackenzie, Graham Stacey, Tim Hillyer 

Also in attendance: David Growns – Secretary, Treasurer – Michele Little, Minute-taker – Roger Edmonds-Brown, Communications Assistant – Matt Stockbridge. 

April’s..

Royal photographer puts our fans in the picture!

The brilliant Royal photographer who took official portraits for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s 10th wedding anniversary last week is also the inspiration behind a stunning exhibition that puts AFC Wimbledon fans in the frame.

Chris Floyd, who has earned worldwide acclaim for his stunning pictures of celebrities like Sir Paul McCartney, Line Of Duty star Vicky McClure, David Hockney and Jude Law, was invited to Kensington Palace to help William and Kate celebrate their special day.

But closer..

The Dons Trust AFC Wimbledon Club OwnersOutcome of 28 April SGM Resolutions

Thank you to everyone who was able to join us at the online SGM on Wednesday 28 April 2021. Once again, we had a positive response from members, and those that joined us on the night were able to discuss many issues, and lots of questions were answered.

A recording of the meeting is available on the Dons Trust members’ ProBoards site. If you haven’t used ProBoards before you will need to register by visiting https://donstrust.boards.net/ and enter your..

Seedrs Rewards Update

 

Rewards Update

 

As the end of the season approaches and we look forward to another series in League One, we’re getting in touch with an update for all of our Seedrs investors. Now that the stadium is completed and keys handed over, we’re at a stage where we can start to install all of the perks and rewards ahead of the start of the 2021/22 season.

 

Firstly, we just wanted to say thanks to everyone..

Introducing Nick RobertsonNick Robertson – interview with club shareholder

Ahead of this evening’s online SGM, which starts at 19:30 BST, we spoke to Nick Robertson, who the Dons Trust Board is recommending for election to the PLC in a member vote tonight.

Watch the full interview:

The meeting will take place via Zoom. In order to participate, you will need to register by clicking here.

The meeting will be strictly restricted to Dons Trust members only. We will need to confirm you are a member before approving your..