| Topic: | Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Gunnersbury Park Car Park Access and the Sports Hub | |
| Posted by: | Simon Hayes | |
| Date/Time: | 14/04/21 17:03:00 |
| A lot of local leagues have disappeared now. There used to be a thriving Sunday league scene across west London, playing at places like Gunnersbury, Warren Farm and many other locations. It was always a case of lift sharing, usually to ensure you had enough players to start the match, but often because the pitches weren’t that convenient for public transport. Sadly the facilities at some became so dilapidated they were beyond use, Gunnersbury bring a prime example. It meant decent places to play were rare and if it rained heavily you weren’t allowed to use the pitches anyway! Those leagues have all folded now. Adult football participation has dwindled for traditional 11 a side games, though five a side is still popular. But that has its own accessibility issues. Of course, there will also be people driving their dogs to the park for a walk. |