Decision details

To consider proposals for developing a vision for new and improved sports facilities and enhancements to the public open space at The Cams Alders Recreation Ground.

Cams Alders Recreation Ground is situated in South Fareham and is one of the largest open space areas for formal outdoor sport in the Council’s ownership. The site is approximately 14 hectares with sports pitches and a mix of built facilities.

The existing sports facilities are tired and dated and both Fareham Town Football Club and Fareham Heathens Rugby Club, who are the main sports users, are seeking help and support from the Council to deliver new and improved facilities.

The site is an important area of public open space and has the potential to provide modern quality sports facilities and high quality public open space, which will benefit residents of the Borough and increase participation in physical activity.

If the site is to accommodate new sports facilities and enhancement to the open space it will be essential to ensure the long term viability of the facilities and to take into account the needs of the wider community.

It is considered that this will be best achieved by the Council leading on the preparation of a vision for the site in partnership with the different user groups as a prelude to any re-development proposals being considered.

RESOVLED that the Executive agrees to:

(a)       establish a steering group to develop a vision for new and improved sports facilities and enhancements to the public open space at Cams Alders Recreation Ground, as set out in paragraph 27 of the report; and

(b)       appoint Councillor M J Ford, JP to act as chairman for the group.