Luxford Field is a disappointment
The Luxford Field, bang in the centre of Uckfield, should qualify as a Breathing Space but it falls short of being a relaxing place to go for a break from the hurly burly of everyday life, writes The Ambler.
The problem? It is just a field - a bit chopped up because of visits by fairs in muddy weather - edged on two sides by parked cars.
It never crosses my mind to head for the Luxford Field at the end of a shopping stint. That would involve a climb from the High Street and then crossing the car park. Better to head straight home.
I have happy memories of my children enjoying the play equipment and we might have eaten a picnic there in those days.
It is a good venue for the Uckfield Festival Big Day and for occasional fund-raising events - by the Lions Club, Scouts and bonfire society - but for most of the time little is heard about it.
Plans proposed by the town, district and county council hint at a better future - but for now when you want to fill your lungs with fresh air and glory in your surroundings the Luxford Field is definitely NOT the place to go.
(Added to site Tuesday, December 1st, 2009)
