SEDGEMOOR District Council is considering the disposal of the site of the two former tennis courts at Crosses Penn, Burnham-on-Sea.

The area which extends to approximately 1518 m2 is proposed to be transferred to Crosses Penn Community Sports Trust by way of a 25-year lease in order to convert the existing tennis courts into two Multi Use Games Areas.

The proposed plans will include a tennis court, a five a side football pitch, and netball and basketball courts, plus an exercise track around the perimeter.

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News: Artist impressions of what the new site will look like and feature. Picture: Sutcliffe PlayArtist impressions of what the new site will look like and feature. Picture: Sutcliffe Play

Specifically, each court will feature the following:

Court One

  • 2 x heavy duty square back goal ends complete with basketball hoops and backboards
  • 4m high Medium Duty Sports Fencing with 1.2m high rebound to the goal ends
  • 2 x pedestrian gates
  • 3m high Medium Duty Sports Fencing with 1.2m high rebound to the long
  • Side and dividing fenceline
  • Shown with sports line markings for football and basketball

Court Two

  • 4m high Medium Duty Sports Fencing to both short sides
  • 2 x pedestrian gates
  • 3m high Medium Duty Sports Fencing to the remianing long side
  • Shown with sports line markings for tennis and netball

There is a legal process to follow and as well as that members of the public who wish to comment or object to the proposals are invited to do so in writing by 5pm March 29.

The proposals and any objections or comments will then form a report which will be debated at an Executive meeting, probably May.

A plan of the proposed land can be obtained either by contacting Mr T Mander on 01278 435331 or email: tim.mander@Sedgemoor.gov.uk.

Alternatively a plan is available for inspection during normal officer hours at Bridgwater House Reception, King Square, Bridgwater TA6 3AR.