Call for local football memories to support Hertfordshire Mind ⚽

By Katie Wilson 14th Oct 2026

Local News by Katie Wilson 14th Oct 2026

Two Minutes Past Eight is making a special booklet to support Hertfordshire Mind. Send your short stories (30–50 words) to katiespride3@gmail.com

Two Minutes Past Eight is making a special booklet to support Hertfordshire Mind. Send your short stories (30–50 words) to [email protected]

Local writer and creator of the independent fanzine Two Minutes Past Eight, Katie Wilson, is putting together a special community booklet celebrating first football memories.

The project aims to capture short, nostalgic stories—from a first match with a grandad to playing on a muddy park pitch—while raising vital awareness and funds for Hertfordshire Mind.

Residents across Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas are invited to share their quick, 30-to-50-word football memories by emailing [email protected].

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