Closure of Valley Playing Field
Published: 13 August 2025
Valley Playing Field
The playing field is currently closed to the public because mole activity has brought pieces of glass and ceramics, and pieces of cement bound asbestos to the surface. As a result, Chalford Parish Council has employed an environmental consultant, Sanctus Ltd, to undertake sampling work at the site.
The sampling was undertaken during the week commencing 4th August 2025. The samples have been sent to the laboratory for analysis, and we are awaiting the results. Once the results are received, the consultant will assess the results, undertake a human health risk assessment and outline any remedial measures required. It is anticipated that we shall have this information by the end of September at the latest. In the meantime, the playing field will remain closed for the foreseeable future as a precautionary measure.