Area of Facility
The size of multi-sport facility is governed by the dimensions of the individual sports required to use the facility and the requested standard of play. The dimensions of a typical facility will be 37.0 m x 18.50 m plus recessed goal areas and should accommodate most sports adequately..

Orientation
If the sports to be played are affected by low sun, the facility should be orientated approximately North-South.

Planning Permission
Planning permission is required if, by constructing the facility, you change the use of the land, for example, from agricultural to recreational use. In addition, most Local Authorities require planning permission for permanent fencing over 2m high and some even require it for a change of surface, for instance, from grass to acrylic..

Range of Surfaces
Courtstall has a full range of popular surfaces, designed to match your precise requirements. We also refer you to our individual surface brochures for further information.

Fencing systems
Whilst chain link netting is adequate for Tennis, Netball and Basketball, Five-a-side Football is very tough on the netting and higher strength products such as high tensile or extra heavy chain link, weld mesh etc are recommended. These products may be left as a galvanised finish or can be plastic coated. Support posts are available in either angle iron, tubular or rolled hollow section, in a variety of finishes such as galvanised or polyester powder coated.

Multi-Sport Playing Characteristics

Rebound Facility
Five-A-Side football requires a rebound facility of at least 1.2m high and preferably higher around goal areas. It must be well supported and may consist of top quality boarding such as phenolic filmed plywood with sealed edges or heavy duty steel rebound panels. Treated timber rails are an economical alternative and give a more rustic appearance. Pitch dividers maximise the use of larger areas and can therefore increase letting fees..

Floodlighting
A variety of floodlighting systems are available to suit different design requirements of individual or combined sport use. The design should take into account any height or light pollution restrictions so as to avoid potential planning difficulties. Dual lighting levels are available in certain circumstances and can give economies in the long- term. 200 lux is adequate for large ball sports, whereas a fast, small ball sport such as Tennis, requires 400 lux for play at club level. Switching is usually by a simple on/off switch or coin or token meters.

Maintenance
Courtstall Services is happy to advise on the level of maintenance required to keep your surface in peak condition and to maximise the value of your investment. We are also pleased to offer maintenance contracts of your facility.