Emergency Services Go Head-to-Head in Charity Football Match for Local Causes

Emergency Services Go Head-to-Head in Charity Football Match for Local Causes

South Western Ambulance Service and Dorset Police will go head-to-head this spring in a charity football match raising vital funds for four local charities.

The event takes place on Saturday 2 May 2026 at Bob Lucas Stadium, home of Weymouth FC, with all money raised going to Weldmar Hospicecare, South Western Ambulance Charity, PoliceCare UK, and Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance.

The afternoon begins at 3pm, when the stadium opens to the public with a wide range of local stallholders, from craft sellers to food vendors, creating a family-friendly atmosphere ahead of kick-off. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet local emergency service crews and see their vehicles up close.

The match itself kicks off at 5.30pm and promises to be a competitive and entertaining fixture, with teams made up of players of different ages, sexes, and abilities from both services.

Following the final whistle, the event will continue with live music, open stalls, and the stadium bar remaining open until 9pm, keeping the atmosphere going well into the evening.

Chris Taylor, Student Paramedic with South Western Ambulance Service and one of the event organisers, said the match is about supporting charities that are there when people need them most.

“In a time where many of us are feeling financial hardship, supporting our local charities couldn’t be more important,” Chris said.

“These charities are always there for those who need them most. We never plan to need their support ourselves, but making sure they’re available to do what they do best for our local community is imperative.”

Chris added that working within the ambulance service has shown him first-hand just how vital these organisations are.

“Having seen the incredible work these charities do first-hand, we had no hesitation in choosing them as our beneficiaries,” he said.

“What better way to support them than coming along to watch a football match, soak up the atmosphere, meet your emergency crews, see the vehicles, and show your support for local charities.”

Tickets are available now via Ticket Tailor:

👉 https://www.tickettailor.com/events/dorsetnines/1831995

Members of the public are encouraged to attend, bring friends and family, and help raise funds for charities that support communities across Dorset and the South West every day.