In short
- Their 2010-11 season is the stuff of underdog legend: Conference champions and, in the FA Cup, a run to the fifth round that saw them knock out Derby .
- Small named items sit under £15; a real keepsake needs £15 to £30.
- A personalised Crawley Town book works best as a storybook that writes the child into the Crawley Town shirt, not onto a mug.
- Hand-drawn by a real artist, never AI.
For a young Crawley Town fan who has the kit and the scarf, the gift that lands is the one made just for them. This guide runs through what to spend at each level, and why a personalised Crawley Town book tends to outlast the rest.
A proper underdog story
Crawley Town, founded in 1896 and nicknamed the Red Devils, play at the Broadfield Stadium.
Their 2010-11 season is the stuff of underdog legend: Conference champions and, in the FA Cup, a run to the fifth round that saw them knock out Derby County before losing only 1-0 to a Manchester United side leading the Premier League.
In 2024 they went one better in the play-offs, thrashing MK Dons 8-1 on aggregate, an EFL record, before winning promotion at Wembley.
What makes a good personalised Crawley Town book?
The strongest personalised Crawley Town book is built around the child rather than the badge, putting them on the pitch at the Broadfield Stadium.
The squad number they want, the position they take up and the winner they imagine are the personal touches.
What is the best Crawley Town gift by age?
Pick the gift to suit the child’s stage as a fan:
- 5 to 6: picture-led wins, and a storybook puts them in the action at once.
- 7 to 9: the classic storybook age, often read in a single sitting.
- 10 to 12: old enough to spot a token gift, so give them real substance.
What can you get under £15?
Below £15, think named extras: Good options include:
- A club-colour bottle with their name
- An engraved keyring or bag tag
- A pocket club-history book
If they already have the kit, treat these as nice add-ons, not the main event.
Is £15 to £30 where the keepsake sits?
Yes. Past £15 you reach the gifts that get kept: a wall print, or a storybook they reread. Worth considering:
- A personalised storybook of their own
- A framed print with their name
- A named training bag for kit
For about what a shirt costs, a storybook gets opened again and again.
Why does a personalised Crawley Town book beat off-the-shelf merchandise?
Anything that could belong to any supporter is not really personal at all.
Each illustration is drawn by a human artist rather than generated, and it shows on the page. You set the child’s name, appearance and inside-cover message when you customise their storybook. For another club, browse the personalised football books range, or match the gift to their reading stage with our guide by age.
Is a personalised Crawley Town book official?
No. Our storybook is not officially licensed by Crawley Town. It is a personalised, football-themed story in the spirit of fan art, so check the product page if a licence matters for your gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it a good gift for a girl who supports Crawley Town? Absolutely. Gender and looks are yours to set, so it works for a daughter or niece just as well, with a growing Ladies Range.
What is inside the book? Around 28 pages, hand-illustrated throughout, with your child as the hero, a personalised cover, and your own message printed inside.
How far ahead should I order? Leave a little time. Every copy is made to your choices and printed in the UK, so it is not a same-day dispatch.