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A user may have been found for the playing area.
A short while ago I was approached by the Chairman of Trowbridge Wanderers FC for any help I could give regarding youth football facilities in this area.
The problem was caused by Trowbridge Cricket Club not wishing the footballers to continue using their outfield and, as the 'open spaces' and 'recreation' portfolio holder I was his logical point of contact.
Knowing that the cricket area has never been used, and that no cricket club seems interested in 'adopting' it, I suggested it might be better used for football; with the caveat that, due to the size of the area, it would probably only suit up to 'under 11' matches.
Apart from using the space for a purpose it was designed for I also thought that, as the changing and shower facilities are within the Community Centre, it would get some extra people through their doors as well.
As with anything concerning the District Council things move slowly, but I am optimistic that something can be sorted out for next season.
If any local residents have any comments on the idea I would be more than happy to receive them via the 'Contact Me' link on the drop-down menu to the left of this news item.
29JULY UPDATE. Permission has now been given but with twelve conditions attached. They are as follows:- 1.Applications for the use of pitches will only be accepted once a completed form has been submitted. 2.We must be notified of any changes to these details (in particular name, address and phone number of club contacts) at the earliest opportunity. 3.A copy of your insurance policy is required. 4.The Council reserves the right to ask for further particulars regarding any proposed bookings. 5.West Wiltshire District Council will confirm the fee for use of the fields, which will cover administration costs, and this fee is subject to increase without notice. 6.West Wiltshire District Council reserves the right to hire out the field to another party for other events. 7.Paxcroft Mead recreation ground is to be used by Trowbridge Wanderers Football Club solely for mini soccer games. 8.Trowbridge Wanderers Football Club will be responsible for marking out the pitches. 9.Trowbridge Wanderers Football Club will use only mini goals, which will be supplied and removed by yourselves after each game. 10.Should Paxcroft Mead recreation ground become unusable for any reason WWDC reserve the right to cancel usage without notice. 11.Trowbridge Wanderers Football Club is responsible for ensuring that all cars connected with the mini football are parked so as not to obstruct any public or private right of way, or be a nuisance or annoyance to any person. 12.Trowbridge Wanderers Football Club is to leave the grounds in an acceptable condition and free of litter at the end of each use. All other terms and conditions as per the Booking Conditions will apply.