Canvey Island continue their preparations for the new campaign on Tuesday evening as they welcome National League South side Chelmsford City to the Steve’s Taxis Stadium.

The action kicks-off at 7:45pm, with the Gulls looking to build on a positive start to their pre-season campaign in what promises to be another competitive clash against higher-level opposition.

The Gulls will be aiming to continue their encouraging performances as fitness levels increase ahead of the new Isthmian North Division season. Supporters can also look forward to seeing further opportunities for both returning players and new faces as preparations continue.

Chelmsford City head to the Island as they gear up for another season in the National League South. The Clarets enjoyed a strong 2025/26 campaign, securing a play-off place after a consistent season near the top end of the table. With ambitions of challenging for promotion once again, they have strengthened their squad over the summer and will view pre-season as a vital opportunity to build momentum and integrate new additions ahead of the new campaign.

The Gulls head into tonight’s fixture full of confidence following a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Billericay Town in their previous pre-season outing. A disciplined defensive display, coupled with a clinical finish from Mitchell May, ensured Garry Kimble’s side continued their summer schedule with another positive result against strong opponents, providing plenty of encouragement for the weeks ahead.

With another tough test awaiting under the lights at the Steve’s Taxis Stadium, supporters can expect an entertaining evening as the Gulls continue their preparations for the 26/27 season.

Match Details
Fixture: Canvey Island vs Chelmsford City 

Competition: Pre-Season Friendly

Date: Tuesday 14 July

Kick-off: 7:45pm

Venue: Steve's Taxis Stadium

We look forward to welcoming supporters to the Steve's Taxis Stadium for their third pre-season outing. Your backing throughout pre-season is greatly appreciated, and we hope to see a strong crowd this evening as the Gulls continue to take steps towards the new campaign.

Directions to the Steves Taxis Stadium (SS8 7PX);

By Car:
Exit M25 at Junction 30 and take the A13 towards Southend. You will reach a series of mini roundabouts. At these roundabouts, take the A130 towards Canvey Island. At the next roundabout take the 2nd exit which will keep a sports centre on your right and follow signs for Canvey Island Football Club.

Eventually, you will enter a one way system. Keep left through the one way system and after one mile you will pass the Transport Museum on your right. Park Lane is on the right hand side shortly afterwards, with The Steves Taxis Stadium located in front of you. There is plenty of parking outside the ground.

By Train:
Benfleet Station is 40 minutes from London Fenchurch Street and 50 minutes from London Liverpool Street on the C2C line. The station is 5 miles from the ground. There is a taxi rank around the back of the station. Alternatively, you can use the frequent bus service from the front of the station.

By Bus:
You can use the number 22 or 27 bus to be dropped directly outside Park Lane. Alternatively, you can use the number 21 or 21A to be dropped by the sea wall. From here, continue walking in the direction you travelled across some playing fields, and you will see The Steve’s Taxis Stadium on your left.

Kick off for this fixture is at 7:45pm.