Above: Open Day
Lynne Kenderdine ( Living Space), John Vickery and Jean Hopkins.
New equipment & gazebo 2008
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Officers |
Chairman
Secretary
Treasurer
Deputy Secretary |
John
Vickery
Mark Goldman
Terry Warrington
Greg Ball
Claire Wilson
Jane Chanter
Mark Thomas
Fiona Tolson |
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The History of
Frithelstock Parish's
Playing Field
Hele Lane, Frithelstockstone
For 30 years local children were allowed by the Allin family to use their
field play in and everyone was happy but one resident eventually objected
to this activity claiming `misuse of agricultural land'. This action set
in motion events that led to the formation of a formal playing field.
Since 2000 the Playing Field has been developed and equipment installed,
thanks to the enthusiastic help from many members of the Parish. A summary
of events show just how much effort has been made by local people:
Year Events and Achievements
| 2000 |
Land was offered to
the Parish Council by the Allin family |
| 2001 |
Parish Council
purchased the field and erected fencing and entrance gates. The
gates were built by Steven Easterbrook |
| 2002 |
The official opening
was held on 3 June. Management committee set up. |
| 2003 |
Memorial seat and tree
donated by the Vickery family in memory of their son Matthew. Two
picnic bouncers donated by Clinton Estates. The Frithelstock Fete
held 5 July. |
| 2004 |
Many applications for
grants pursued to add to add to playground equipment |
| 2005 |
Grants £25,000 from
`Living Spaces', and £5,000 from Awards For All' secured. |
| 2006 |
New Equipment
installed. 2 Springers, Activity Unit, Roundabout and Fitness
Equipment. Officially opened by Jean Hopkins 11 May. |
| 2007 |
Two swings added for
Junior and Senior's use. Applied for `Government Lottery Awards For
All' grant. Received £10,000. |
| 2008 |
Special equipment for
Fitness for All ages installed, and a gazebo built.
See below for Grand Opening Day |
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