Welcome to Darvel Football Club. We are a Scottish football club based in the town of Darvel, Ayrshire. Nicknamed "The Vale" and formed in 1889, the club play at Recreation Park, and compete in the West of Scotland Football League - First Division 25/26.
Club Officials
President Jim King
Chairman Robert Anderson
Treasurer - Pamela Hanmer
Secretary - Robert Anderson
Matchday Secretary - Craig Downie
Compliance - Scott Radigan
Supporter Facilities - Lillian Mair
Youth Facilities - Yvonne Mitchell
Child Wellbeing & Protection Officer - Pamela Hanmer
Ground & Pitch Facilities - Stephen Hultman Snr
Media - Kris Downie
Sponsorship/Fundraising - Pamela Hanmer
Maintenance - Geordie Anderson
Gates & Announcements - Scott Radigan
Events - Ainsley Mair
Media
Lorna Campbell
Barry Taylor
Sporting Management Team
Manager - Michael Oliver
Head Coach - Andy Ward
GK Coach - Conor Boyle
GK Coach - Cammy Gordon
Sports Therapist - Alice Meldrum
Club Information
Founded: 1889
Nicknames: The Vale, Derval
Ground: Recreation Park, Irvinebank Road, Darvel
Capacity: 2,200
Team Colours:
Outfield Home Kit – All Blue. Outfield Away Kit – All Black
Goalkeeper Home Kit – All Yellow. Goalkeeper Away Kit – All Red


"1889 Club" a membership designed to reward your support and fuel our future success, helping us grow and thrive, both on and off the pitch.
By joining, you'll not only play a vital role in building the club's future, but also you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits.
Let's build on our past achievements and create even more unforgettable moments.
Join the 1889 Club and be part of the journey.
Together, we make Darvel.
Achievements:
• Scottish Junior Cup Winners 2024
• West Of Scotland Cup Winners 2024
• West Of Scotland Premier Division Champions 2021-22
• West Region Championship (Joint Champions) 2019-20
• ADL Winners 2016-17
• Scottish Junior Cup Runners-Up 1976
• Ayrshire League Champions 1966-67