Carlton Town FC welcomed a record-breaking crowd to Bill Stokeld Stadium on 28 March 2026, as the club celebrated the 15th annual Non League Day. A total of 486 spectators attended the fixture against Loughborough Students, marking the highest home league attendance in the history of the club, which is known locally as The Millers.
The community event featured several activities to mark the occasion, including a successful foodbank collection that was described as one of the largest held by the club to date. Supporters also took advantage of discounted drinks and a vinyl music event, while the Mapperley All Stars Junior sides attended as special guests. Broadcaster Dave Bracegirdle was also among the crowd supporting the home team.
While the atmosphere off the pitch was celebratory, the match itself proved challenging for Carlton Town FC. The team suffered a 3-0 defeat, with Loughborough Students’ Jonty Bouch opening the scoring before Gafar Abari added two more goals. This result marks the third consecutive loss for the club in eight days.
Despite the recent run of form, the club remains at the top of the Northern Premier League Midlands Division. Their lead at the top of the table has been narrowed to two points following a win by their nearest rivals, Anstey Nomads.
The club is currently led by joint managers Mark Harvey and Andy Clerke, who took charge at the start of the 2025-2026 season following the retirement of long-serving manager Tommy Brookbanks. Founded in 1904 as Sneinton Football Club, the organisation adopted the name Carlton Town in 2002 after moving to its current home in Gedling.
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