If you’re searching for a friendly, inclusive and ambitious girls’ football club in Bristol, you’ve come to the right place.

Ashton FC is proud to be one of the largest and fastest-growing girls’ football clubs in Bristol, providing football opportunities for almost 200 girls from Under 6s (Year 1) right through to our brand-new Under 18s team, as well as a thriving Women’s side.

Whether your daughter is taking her very first kick of a football or is already an experienced player looking for a new challenge, Ashton FC offers the perfect environment to learn, develop, compete and, most importantly, enjoy the game.

Based in the heart of South Bristol, we’re much more than just a football club. We’re a welcoming community where lifelong friendships are formed, confidence grows and every player is encouraged to become the very best version of themselves.

Interested in joining? Email enquiries@ashtonfc.com and we’ll help find the right team for your daughter, or browse our team directory to see every age group.

Why choose Ashton FC for girls’ football?

Founded in 1994, Ashton FC has been at the heart of grassroots football in South Bristol for more than 30 years. You can read the full story of how the club grew from 14 players to almost 40 teams on our About Us page.

Since launching our girls’ section in 2014, we’ve grown into one of the largest clubs competing in the Bristol Girls League and are now proud to be one of Bristol’s biggest community football clubs, with almost 40 teams across boys’, girls’ and adult football.

Our success isn’t measured purely by results. It’s measured by the smiles on matchdays, the confidence our players gain, the friendships they build and the lifelong love of football they develop.

When your daughter joins Ashton FC, she’ll benefit from:

• Teams competing across multiple age groups in the Bristol Girls League
• Development squads for younger players beginning their football journey
• A complete pathway from junior football through to Under 18s and our Women’s team
• FA-affiliated coaches and qualified safeguarding officers
• A welcoming, inclusive club where enjoyment and development come first
• High-quality training and match venues across South Bristol
• A volunteer-led, not-for-profit community club built around respect, teamwork and opportunity

Whether your daughter dreams of playing competitively or simply wants to have fun with friends every week, there’s a place for her at Ashton FC.

A complete girls’ football pathway

One of the biggest reasons families choose Ashton FC is our commitment to long-term player development. Rather than moving clubs every few years, girls can enjoy a continuous football journey as they progress through each age group alongside teammates they’ve grown up playing with.

Our pathway includes:

• Under 6s through to Under 18s
• Development opportunities at younger ages
• Competitive football within the Bristol Girls League
• A natural progression into our Women’s First Team competing in the Somerset County Women’s League

This long-term pathway allows players to develop their football ability, confidence, leadership skills and friendships in one supportive environment.

Football in South Bristol, close to home

Ashton FC is based in BS3 and plays across four excellent venues in South Bristol, making training and matchdays easily accessible for families across the city.

Our home venues

• Greville Smyth Park – the historic home of Ashton FC, opposite Ashton Gate Stadium
• Ashton Park School – excellent modern facilities off Blackmoors Lane
• Bedminster Cricket Club, Clanage Ground – quality grass pitches with clubhouse facilities
• Bristol Cathedral Choir School Sports Fields, Failand – superb playing surfaces just outside South Bristol

Most league matches take place on Sundays, while training evenings vary depending on each age group.

Where our players come from

We regularly welcome players from:

• Bedminster
• Southville
• Ashton
• Bower Ashton
• Long Ashton
• Bishopsworth
• Bedminster Down
• Hartcliffe
• Knowle
• Hengrove
• Brislington
• and across the wider Bristol area

New to football? You’re more than welcome

One of the questions we’re asked most often is:

“My daughter has never played football before. Can she still join?”

Absolutely. Many of our players arrive having never kicked a football. Our coaches understand that everyone develops at their own pace and focus on building confidence, enjoyment and fundamental skills before anything else.

There’s no pressure. Just encouragement, support and plenty of opportunities to make friends while learning the game.

Equally, if your daughter already plays football and is looking for a new challenge, our competitive teams provide an excellent environment to continue developing.

How to join Ashton Football Club

Joining couldn’t be easier.

Most teams invite prospective players to attend a couple of taster sessions before making any commitment, giving both parents and players the opportunity to experience the club first-hand.

Simply send us a new player enquiry and include your daughter’s:

• Name
• School year
• Age
• Area you live

We’ll introduce you to the appropriate team manager. They’ll arrange a taster training session and answer any questions you may have. If you’d rather see who runs each side first, every manager is listed in our team directory.

Most recruitment takes place during the spring and summer ahead of the new season in September, but we welcome enquiries throughout the year and many teams can accommodate new players mid-season.

Affordable grassroots football

Ashton FC is a not-for-profit community football club run entirely by dedicated volunteers.

Annual subscriptions vary slightly between teams and contribute towards:

• League registration
• Training facilities
• Match pitches
• Referees
• Club administration
• Playing kit

We firmly believe football should be accessible to everyone.

If cost is a concern, please contact us confidentially before deciding not to join. We’ll always do our best to help and never want finances to become a barrier to playing football.

Safeguarding comes first

Providing a safe, positive environment for every player is at the heart of everything we do.

Every Ashton FC coach and manager is FA-affiliated and DBS checked, while our dedicated Safeguarding Officer and Head of Female Football ensure the highest standards are maintained across every age group. Our full safeguarding and welfare policies are published on the website, alongside our code of conduct for parents and code of conduct for players.

Parents can have complete confidence that their daughter is joining a club where welfare, respect and enjoyment always come first.

Frequently asked questions

What age can girls join Ashton FC?

Girls can begin their Ashton FC journey from Under 6s (typically school Year 1), with teams progressing right through to Under 18s and our Women’s team. You can filter every team by age group in our directory.

Does my daughter need football experience?

Not at all. Many players join with no previous experience. Our coaches focus on enjoyment, confidence and developing skills in a supportive environment.

Where does training take place?

Training takes place at a range of quality facilities across BS3 and South Bristol, including 4G pitches and our home venues. Your team manager will confirm your team’s schedule after your enquiry.

We don’t live in South Bristol. Can we still join?

Yes. Players travel from across Bristol and the surrounding areas. If you can get to training and matches, we’d love to hear from you.

Why families choose Ashton FC

With more than 30 years of grassroots football experience, almost 600 registered players across the club and one of Bristol’s largest girls’ football sections, Ashton FC provides a genuine long-term pathway from junior football to the Women’s game within a friendly, community-focused environment.

To see what that looks like in practice, take a look at our Hall of Fame, celebrating the players, coaches and volunteers who have shaped the club, or catch up on the latest club news and events.

Join one of Bristol’s largest girls’ football clubs

Whether your daughter wants to make new friends, build confidence, improve her football or simply enjoy being part of a fantastic team, Ashton FC is ready to welcome her.

Come and discover why hundreds of families choose Ashton FC every season.

Ready to get started?

Email enquiries@ashtonfc.com, or complete the enquiry form on our contact page and we’ll be in touch to arrange a taster session.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Ashton FC.