David Bumpstead (6 November 1935 – 26 August 2017) was an English footballer who played as a defender in the Football League, notably for Bristol Rovers. Managerial career Following his retirement, Bumpstead was appointed manager of Athenian League club Wingate. Bumpstead later joined Brentwood Town, managing the club to promotion to the Southern League Premier Division. In 1970, following Brentwood's merger with Chelmsford City, Bumpstead was named manager of Chelmsford. Bumpstead lasted in the role for four years, before ending his association with the club after two months in a general manager role, following the appointment of Syd Prosser as manager. References 1935 births 2017 deaths English footballers Footballers from Rainham, London Association football defenders Tooting & Mitcham United F.C. players Bristol Rovers F.C. players Millwall F.C. players English Football League players Chelmsford City F.C. managers English football managers