A BIG DAY FOR ASHTON GATE
Posted on: Thursday, October 5th
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| Plaque and commemorative tribute to Harry Dolman |
Ashton Gate Ltd has launched its own official website, as well as announcing the Bristol Evening Post as the new Dolman Exhibition Hall sponsor.
A specially-arranged event took place at the stadium this afternoon, where businesses and guests were invited to view the new-look facilities.
Club president Marina Dolman unveiled a special commemorative plaque, alongside a tribute to the hard work done by her late husband Harry during his 25-year spell as chairman of the club.
Colin Sexstone then announced the launch of ashtongatestadium.co.uk and the new partnership with the Evening Post.
The group chief executive said: "Bristol has bemoaned the lack of good conference facilities in the past, so now we want to show people we have facilities to be proud of.
"What the new Evening Post Dolman Exhibition Hall offers is an area half-an-acre in size, capable of hosting major exhibitions, conferences and dinners."
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| The new-look Evening Post Dolman Exhibition Hall |
Bristol United Press managing director Steve Anderson-Dixon said: "For the Evening Post to have brand awareness with Ashton Gate is a very good thing, because we both share the same spirit of all things local.
"I'm confident the wonderful relationship we've had over the years with Bristol City Football Club will continue in another dimension with the sponsorship of the Dolman Exhibition Hall."
Doug Harman, Ashton Gate Ltd managing director commented: "It's a big day for the stadium company and an even bigger day for the Dolman Hall and Marina Dolman in particular.
"We hope to gain profile from today to let businesses in the South West, especially within Bristol, know about the good facilities we have here at Ashton Gate."
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| Special Launch Event: Evening Post MD Steve Anderson-Dixon, Ashton Gate MD Doug Harman, Club President Marina Dolman and Group CEO Colin Sexstone |
The Evening Post Dolman Exhibition Hall plaque marks today's official opening and sits alongside a special tribute to Harry Dolman.
Harry was chairman of Bristol City FC between 1949 and 1974 and was fundamental in the design and build of the Dolman Stand.
He also played a key role in bringing legendary striker John Atyeo to the club. Harry sadly passed away in 1977, a year after watching his beloved club secure promotion to the top flight in English football.
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| Marina Dolman says "Gate facilities are marvellous" |
After unveiling the commemorative plaque, club president Marina Dolman said: "I do hope everyone who uses the new facilities at Ashton Gate enjoys them because they really are marvellous - and I can vouch for that."
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