Our President, Ben Robinson has been awarded an M.B.E for services to the community
in Burton Upon Trent. Many congratulations Ben !
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Updated: Oct 30, 2023
Fields in Trust "Green Spaces for Good"
Fields in Trust works in partnership with landowners including local authorities
voluntary organisations and private landowners to protect land through a Deed of Dedication.- a binding legal commitment with the landowner-which allows green spaces to be protected in perpetuity for current and future generations to enjoy.
Minimum Criteria
1. The Landowner of the space must complete the application form
2. Evidence of ownership and where relevant freehold interest must be produced
3. The principal use should be outdoor sport, play or recreation. This can include buildings or facilities if the use is ancillary to the outdoor space
4. Spaces must have public access
5. Spaces should be accessible in terms of location and affordability for the local community.
6. Spaces should have local managers who are responsible for the quality of the facilities, maintenance and development, improving participation and financial and operational sustainability.
7. The Landowner must be able to sign the agreed Deed of Dedication within six months of submitting an application.
Key Documents Required
To progress the application, they require office copy entries of the register of title (or for unregistered land, the root of title). Office copies must be dated within the last 12 months to represent the current standing of the land. For registered land, copies can be obtained from the Land Registry for a nominal charge.
They also require a completed application form. These forms are available on their website info@fieldsintrust.org or call 020 7427 2110.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
The Annual General Meeting of Staffordshire Playing Fields Association will be held on Wednesday the 16th of October 2024 at 2PM at the home of Stafford Town Football Club, Evans Park, Fairway, Stafford ST16 3TL. PLEASE NOTE There is no access to Stafford Town FC from Riverway. Entry is only from Fairway.
Copies of our Annual Report will be available from the Treasurer when published on request, please find the details available on our contact page.
PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW EMAIL ADDRESS FOR CONTACT PURPOSES
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