AS a Dorset Premier umpire and ex Colehill player I have had many dealings with Wimborne cricket ground.

Many different teams – youth, schoolboys, second elevens have played there nearly every day during the summer.

It had an all-weather strip for such occasions.

Many people used to park by the railings next to the river and picnic while teams were playing, especially Saturdays and Sundays. Every year the outfield was used for car parking and a large section near the railings was tented for the folk festival.

There was not enough room next to the two roads for a running track.

NAME AND ADDRESS SUPPLIED, Wimborne