Christmas Activities and Initiatives

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With Christmas fast approaching, we at Aldershot Town Football Club and the Shots Foundation, are prepared for a busy festive period. Christmas is a special time of year, but for many it’s a difficult period, whether that’s due to the financial strain it brings, health issues or other adversities. We want to help; this is why we have a number of community initiatives and activities taking place this Christmas.

Shots Toy Appeal 2025 

We are once again hosting our annual Shots Toy Appeal for children who will spend the festive period in local hospitals. At our upcoming match on Saturday 6th December vs Altrincham, we will be holding a toy collection outside the front of the EBB Stadium where supporters can make a donation should they wish. We completely appreciate that Christmas is a tough time of year for a lot of families so anything you can contribute will be greatly received. Your generosity will directly support young patients spending Christmas at the Royal Surrey County and Frimley Park hospitals. More information will be made available closer to the game. Also at the Altrincham game, the Shots Foundation have organised for there to be carol singers, Santa + The Grinch and their usual fanzone activities taking place. Thank you for your support in making a difference this Christmas.

Club and Foundation staff and players will join our fanbase in making a donation and following our collection, a delegation of club officials and players will be visiting the Royal Surrey County and Frimley Park hospitals to personally deliver the gifts you so generously donated. This event is a highlight of our community calendar, and we are proud to share the festive cheer and goodwill with the young patients and the incredible NHS staff.

Aldershot Christmas Craft Fayre

The Shots Foundation will be out in the community on Wednesday, December 13th, at the Aldershot Christmas Craft Fayre in Aldershot Town Centre. Please stop by our stall! It’s a great opportunity to meet some of the Foundation team, learn more about the incredible work being done locally, and maybe even pick up a last-minute festive item. We look forward to seeing you there!

Christmas Carol Service

Our annual Chirstmas Carol Service at the Holy Trinity Church continues this year on Thursday, 11th December at 7:30pm. Come in red and blue to join Shots management and players and enjoy cask ale, mulled wine, mince pies etc afterwards.

The Holy Trinity Church can be found a very short walk from the EBB Stadium down Victoria Road.

Veterans’ Christmas Lunch

We are honoured to be hosting our annual Veterans’ Christmas Lunch on Sunday, December 17th. This important event provides a festive gathering for local veterans, recognising their service and sacrifice. This year we will be offering a free two-course Christmas meal to up to 70 military veterans as part of our ongoing commitment to supporting our military community. The event will also consist of Christmas Carols, raffles and appearances from ATFC players. If you are interested in our work with the military and veterans, please contact [email protected].