It’s been a privilege to manage Enfield Town Football Club, and after taking everything into consideration, it is with a heavy heart I feel that it is the right time, for both me and the club, that I step away. Despite the board’s sincere efforts to persuade me to stay, I feel this is the moment for the club to reset and go again. I have absolute confidence that, with the right approach, Enfield Town FC can come back stronger. Anyone that truly understands me will know I’ve given everything.

I would like to thank Paul Reed and the board for giving me the opportunity to represent and manage this unique club. Thank you too to my management team, you have been magnificent and invaluable and will fully understand the decision I have made.

To the medical staff over the past three seasons — George, Jess, John and Laura — Ian and Billy from the Academy, the analytical staff, Gabriel, Andrew W and the wider media team, you have been exceptional.

Recognition must also be given to how hard Neil, Pete and the team have worked to make a massive difference to the pitch. Your hard work and dedication has been first class.

A special mention must go to Neil Butterfield. I’ll certainly miss the chats before and after training. Assisted by Kester and Mikey, your professionalism is unrivalled and showcases what’s best about this club. And to all the other staff and volunteers, thank you, you’ve been amazing and I will miss you all greatly.

That day in Kent will live long in my memory. I’m really proud of what we achieved together, winning that playoff final and with it promotion to the National League South for the first time in the club’s history when many thought it couldn’t be done.

On reflection, maintaining our Step 2 status was without doubt the club’s greatest on-field achievement when once again so many predicted it wouldn’t happen.

The league has proved much tougher again and although I’d hoped for an improvement I am sorry I haven’t been able to make that happen. I’ve been honest throughout my time, we all acknowledged the struggles we so clearly had in a league that continues to evolve year on year.

The players have always given everything and I must extend a personal thank you to them all. For those who were part of it, thanks for delivering in the biggest moments of the club’s history. In particular Scott, Mickey and Sam who have consistently led the team brilliantly, playing a massive role over the past three seasons.

To the fans, thank you for your overwhelming messages of support since I made my decision. The memories I have of you will always stay with me.

Thanks to all those who continued to support me, especially during and after some of the more difficult results. I’m truly humbled. You quite simply are the club.

If I’m free on a match day in the future I’d love to return as a fan and lend my support. But for now I sincerely wish everyone connected with the club every success in the future.

Best wishes,

Gavin