HISTORY-maker Scott Mitchell plans to take his BDO Gold Cup trophy to iconic Dorset venues over the next 12 months.

The in-form thrower became the first representative in the county’s history to land the prestigious title when he beat Gary Stone of East Stirlingshire 6-4 in the final at Magna Centre in Rotherham.

Darting legends John Lowe, Eric Bristow, Bob Anderson and Ted Hankey have all previously lifted the crown, while modern-day winners include Gary Anderson, Dave Chisnall and Stephen Bunting.

Having become the first Dorset player to win the event in its 40-year history, Mitchell is eager to introduce the silverware to local landmarks.

The former Lakeside world champion told the Daily Echo: “When I have a morning spare I might have a drive round and take a few selfies with it in some iconic places in Dorset.

“I think it will be a fun thing to do on Twitter, to take it to a few local landmarks. It’s a little marketing ploy I have going in my head.

“It’s got to go to Bournemouth at some point to see the pier and I’d love to take it to Wimborne Road – that would be really cool.

“I am sure at the first county home game of next season it will be there. It is a massive trophy.

“I know all about it and its past winners. To be part of that club as well as being part of the Lakeside winners’ club is very special."

Mitchell averaged 99.48 during his final triumph, having played no fewer than nine opponents on the way to victory in South Yorkshire.

But he revealed his journey to the title had started closer to home.

“It’s a unique competition because every county sends representatives. It’s not like people can just go, pay their money and play,” he added.

“You have to qualify from your own county. Every county has qualifiers and I had to go to Branksome and Upper Parkstone Conservative Club and start the journey four weeks ago to get there.

“It’s a real team effort and it’s not about me. It’s about the Dorset team and my team-mates.

“They supported me and kept me going – every time I had a bad throw or a bad leg they were behind me cheering me on.”