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Farley Coronation Playing Field

History

In October 1944 Mr and Mrs Weston, living at Houndwood, gave £100 to the Parish Council towards the purchase of a playing field …

Our Policies

Find all our policies in one place, from Code of Conduct rules, through to Risk Management and Safeguarding Policies. 

Fundraising

We have ambitious plans for the playing field, all of which need funding! We welcome all donations, both large and small.

About the Coronation Field

A wonderful place for villagers and visitors

The Farley Coronation Field is so named because it was bought from the public subscription of villagers to commemorate the Coronation Year of 1953. It is a registered charity (no 305514) and is managed by a small committee of volunteers for residents in and near the village.

The playing field is owned and managed by the Farley Coronation Field Trust and is set aside for the use by and enjoyment of the general public for the purposes of sport, organised games and children’s play. It is also the home of Farley Cricket Club.

About the field

The field and premises, roughly 4 acres in size, is maintained by the Trustees and Farley Cricket Club. It is set in a beautiful location surrounded by a hawthorn hedge and complemented with oak, ash and beech trees. The field slopes gently down towards the Farley Alms houses and the Church.
 
The playing field and playpark can be accessed from Church road via our small parking area and a second small pedestrian gate that is closer to the church.
Using the Coronation Field

What's available?

The playing area is equipped with children’s and teenager’s facilities including climbing equipment, swing, slide and skate ramp. This area also has a shaded area and a picnic bench.
 
There is also a cricket practice net at the top of the field near our pavilion. 
 
A singe bin is located at the pedestrian access and takes all rubbish including dog waste.
 
People are encouraged to use the field and are able to hire it for a few hours for a fee of £15 for Farley Residents or £30 for non-residents or £80 for the whole day (additional charges for access to the pavilion will apply). If you would like to, please contact the committee at farleyfox1953@gmail.com
 
Rachel Funnell is currently the Chairperson of the Farley Coronation Playing Field committee.  The trustees and committee may be contacted by email at farleyfox1953@gmail.com

As it is a popular location and a charity, we ask that people please adhere to the following:

Please note that during the summer, the Farley Cricket Club run a very busy schedule and availability of the field can be limited.
 
Any items brought onto the field are the responsibility of the owner/organiser and they alone are responsible for their use and overall safety.
Join Us

Want to get involved?

The Farley Coronation Playing Field is maintained entirely through the efforts of volunteers from the village. From organising repairs and improvements to helping keep the grounds tidy and welcoming, the field depends on people giving a little of their time to support a space that is enjoyed by everyone in the community.

We are always pleased to hear from anyone who would be willing to lend a hand occasionally. You do not need specialist skills, and there is no expectation to commit large amounts of time. 

Become A Volunteer

Latest news and announcements

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The trustees of the Farley Coronation Playing field are keen to keep the community informed

The Farley Coronation Playing Field (FCPF) provides local and surrounding communities with a recreational facility

The Trustees of Farley Coronation Playing Field need to generate over £1,000 per annum to

Around the park

Scenes from the Playing Field

There is almost always something happening at Farley Coronation Playing Field. Whether it is a cricket match, children enjoying the play area, families gathering for a picnic, or villagers taking a walk across the field with views towards the church and alms houses, the space is regularly used and enjoyed by the community.