Football in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Everything about football in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole — from non-league and grassroots clubs to women's football and local leagues.
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Oldest Football Clubs in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
AFC Bournemouth
Founded 1875 · Bournemouth
Christchurch
Founded 1885 · Christchurch, Dorset

Poole Town
Founded 1890 · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Hamworthy United
Founded 1926
Hamworthy Recreation
Founded 1948 · Bournemouth, Dorset
About Football in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has a vibrant football community spanning professional, semi-professional and grassroots levels. The county is home to 10 football clubs, playing across multiple leagues and competitions. Football is played in 1 towns and cities across the county, from established non-league sides competing in the National League System to Sunday league teams and youth academies.
Women's football in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is also thriving, with 1 women's and girls' club offering competitive and recreational football for female players. The growth of women's football at grassroots level in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole mirrors the national trend, with more girls and women playing the game than ever before.
Whether you're looking for a club to support, a team to join, or just want to explore the footballing heritage of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, LeaguePages provides comprehensive data including fixtures, results, league tables and player profiles for clubs across the county.