Stuart James Nelson (born 17 September 1981) is an English professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper most recently for Cirencester Town.

[1][3] County Cup success led to him being spotted by Northern Premier League side Hucknall Town after a spell with Doncaster Rovers.

[4] He completed his first full season with Brentford in 2004–05, maintaining 21 clean sheets and helping the team into the promotion play-offs.

[6] Nelson was appointed club captain for the 2006–07 season and scored the decisive penalty in a League Cup first round shootout win over Swindon Town.

[10] Nelson signed for Leyton Orient in summer 2007, but left less than a year later by mutual consent due to relocating issues.

On 1 August 2008, Norwich City confirmed the signing of Nelson after he impressed Glenn Roeder while on trial at Carrow Road.

[14] On 20 July 2012, Nelson signed for Football League Two side Gillingham on a free transfer, on a two-year deal.

[31] On 18 June 2022, Nelson agreed to join recently relegated National League South club Dover Athletic.