New deal for Victoria Park
Herefordshire Council has agreed a new
25-year lease for Victoria Park with United in the Community, the independent
charitable arm and official player pathway into Hereford FC.
This follows ongoing investment at the
facility since the current trustees took control of the organisation last year.
Victoria Park is used during the week
for Under 18s training and matches in addition to Academy matches that take
place on weekends. It is also used for soccer schools during the school
holidays.
Hereford FC are expected to train at the
facility in preparation for the FA Vase Final on May 22nd ahead of a re-seeding
which is being done by contractors Highground.
Councillor Harry Bramer, cabinet member contracts
and assets, said: "We applaud the significant progress made by UITC
Trustees in the past year. They have worked hard to improve the facility at
Victoria Park. UITC is doing a tremendous job in reaching young people
throughout the County with their various activities and I look forward to
seeing a few more academy players progress into the Hereford FC first
team".