THE Davis Playing Fields are an intrinsic part of the Badger Farm community and the only area where children can enjoy a genuine, safe area for leisure; kicking a ball about just playing or having a picnic with parents. 

The playground with many enjoyable swings and slides is literally next to the Kickabout (Chronicle, November 28).

As a resident literally a couple of minutes walk away, it is a delight. 

As the playing field has been as such for around 20 years and kept in perfect order, it really must become an 'official and protect village green'.

Simon Lever,
Juniper Close,
Badger Farm,
Winchester

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