Recreation Committee
The
Playing Field in Melton Road is one of the proudest possessions of the village.
It was opened in 1952 and replaced the Garrod Memorial Playing Field in
Dock Lane.
The field provides football pitches, both grass and all weather with floodlighting, together with tennis courts and a fine range of modern play equipment with safety surfacing aimed at three distinct groups 0-5. 6-12 and teenagers.
The
field is looked after by our groundsman Keith Stebbings who with our maintenance
contract team, make sure that the grass is cut, the equipment kept in good
order and the signs of occasional vandalism are cleared away. Sadly
they also has to deal with litter and dog mess left behind by some of our
visitors.
In 2009 the tennis courts were completely refurbished and now provide excellent hard court facilities for tennis fans.
The playing fields adjoin Burkes Wood, a part of Melton Woods, which also belongs to the village having been given by the late Sir Roland and Lady Burke.
The recreation committee is responsible for the management and promotion of the playing fields, Burkes Wood, footpaths and rights of way, pavilion, play equipment, and the tennis courts.
Councillors on the Recreation Committee are:
Cllrs Abbott, Barrington, Butterwick, Eckersley, and Martin
Agenda
30th September 2010 - note change of date.
Supporting Papers
Action Report
Minutes