Work to improve the drainage and pitch layout at Churchill Playing Fields is due to start on site next Monday 27 February 2012.
The table below shows the expected timing of the works although this may vary as some parts of the contract will be dependant on the weather.
| Activity | Time Period |
| Enabling Works | 27 February to mid-March 2012 |
| Excavation and installing main drains | Mid March to end March 2012 |
| Pitch levelling , lateral drains, amelioration, cultivation and seeding (Area 1 – Carr Lane end) | March –April 2012 |
| Pitch levelling, lateral drains, amelioration, cultivation and seeding (Area 2 – WellingtonRoad end)
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April – May/June 2012 |
| Construction of new hard standing | May / June 2012 |
| Establishment period – maintenance, grass cutting, sand slitting and top dressing | June to September/October 2012 |
District Co-ordinator Lisa McDonald stated that during the works and establishment period, there will be restricted access to the playing fields for health and safety reasons and to ensure the scheme is given the best chance of success.
Contract Arrangements
The contractor has agreed to work between the hours of 7.30am and 5.30pm and there will be no weekend working without prior agreement, if this does become necessary later in the contract the public will be informed.
Progress Updates
There will be regular progress updates through the local press and the Councils Web Site
Contact details
Should you have any concerns/queries about the works taking place at Churchill Playing Fields please contact 0161 770 4056 or email at: environmentalservices@oldham.gov.uk
