Sittingbourne FC launch Gofundme to replace Blakey’s Shed that was left beyond repair after Storm Ciaran

A football club are appealing for help after their “shed end” was damaged beyond repair by Storm Ciaran.

Sittingbourne FC have launched a Gofundme campaign to raise funds to replace Blakey’s Shed at The Woodstock, Sittingbourne, which was destroyed in the storm.

The shed has been keeping the die-hard Brickies fans dry for the last 10 years but was knocked down by winds on Thursday, November 2.

To see the page click here. At the time of writing it had raised more than £1,400.

Club spokesman Peter Pitts said: “It’s really sad that the shed has been knocked over as it’s been a home for our die-hard fans.

“We are trying our best to get a replacement as soon as possible and are exploring various options.”

A temporary solution has been offered by a scaffolding firm.

The club posted on social media: “Smithy's Scaffolding Services has come to our rescue and will supply us with a temporary stand in place ready for Saturday's game vs Ashford United.

“A huge thank you from all of us.”

The cost for a full replacement it is unknown but thought to be in the thousands.

This expense adds to the clubs woes who will have to pay for a boiler at The Woodstock, which Peter says will cost £6,000 if their FA grant is denied.

David Samworth regularly attends games at The Woodstock and stands in Blakey’s Shed.

The 66-year-old said the damage was a “real shame”.

He added: “I want to see it replaced if we can get the funds together but times are hard at the moment.”