The Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge

 

What is the QEII Challenge?

 

The Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge is an exciting new landmark programme to mark Her Majesty The Queen�s Diamond Jubilee, with The Duke of Cambridge as its patron. It will create a permanent, tangible and relevant legacy from next year�s major events; Queen Elizabeth II�s Diamond Jubilee and the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

 

The Challenge will permanently protect a network of 2012 outdoor recreational spaces in communities across the UK by way of a �Deed of Dedication� between the landowners and Fields in Trust (FIT) � the operating name of The National Playing Fields Association.

 

QEII Fields could be sports pitches, children�s play areas, village greens, or woodlands � primarily sites for sport, recreation and play, but general open spaces are also eligible.

 

What are the benefits to us of being involved in the QE II Challenge?

Becoming involved with the QEII Challenge will provide:

• A permanent and tangible legacy for your local residents that they will appreciate[1];
• The opportunity to access funding exclusively for QEII sites, to improve your local facilities � up to �25,000 from the SITA trust � there is more information on their website;
• The chance to be involved in a national event to celebrate HM The Queen�s Diamond Jubilee � Have a Field Day � in association with Fields in Trust�s principal partner ASDA, with a free support package for event organisers;
• A QEII Challenge plaque for your site as a permanent reminder of its protected status. 

How do we get involved in the QEII Challenge?

The good news is that your involvement in the QEII Challenge need not take up much time.

 

You will need to:

• Decide and agree which site(s) to protect,
• Complete a simple nomination form and provide us with a plan and a couple of photos;
• Approve and sign the Deed;
• Register the signed Deed;
• Celebrate the fact that you have secured a valuable legacy for your local community.

Fields in Trust will:

• Carry out a site visit, which you can attend if you wish;
• Draw up the Deed, which is made as straightforward as possible, before sending it to you for approval;
• Help with publicity and PR to promote your involvement in the Challenge

To secure the benefits for your organisation and your residents you will only need to pay for:

• The cost of any legal time to approve the Deed (FIT pay for the drawing up of the Deed);
• The installation of the QEII plaque (in the ground) so your commitment can be recognised;
• The registration of the Deed, which in most cases should cost no more than �100.

How can we find out more?

 

Please contact Angela Lewis, West Midlands Regional Manager for the Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge on 07905 334846 or angela.lewis@fieldsintrust.org or visit www.qe2fields.com