Residents are fuming after the council lifted a ban on whistles at a local football pitch, sparking noise complaints and frustration.
Maidstone: The locals are really upset. The council just lifted a ban on whistles at the new sports pitch at Cornwallis Academy. This pitch cost a whopping £700k and was supposed to keep the noise down.
When the school got permission to build the pitch, they promised no whistles would be used during matches. This was meant to keep the peace for the neighbors. But now, it seems like that promise has gone out the window.
Residents have been complaining about the noise for weeks. They say it’s not just the whistles; it’s the shouting and swearing from the players too. And guess what? The council decided to lift the ban anyway, which has made everyone even angrier.
David Sanderson, who lives right next to the pitch, is really disappointed. He’s been there his whole life and feels like the council isn’t listening to them. He says the noise is just too much, especially when they’re trying to enjoy their gardens.
He mentioned that the original plan said the nearest houses were far away, but that’s not true. They’re much closer than the council claimed. The noise levels are way higher than what was promised, and it’s affecting their daily lives.
David and his neighbors just want some peace, especially in the evenings and on weekends. They feel like the council has changed the rules after the fact, and it’s just not fair.
During a recent council meeting, the head teacher of Cornwallis Academy said they had received a lot of complaints, but most came from just a few people. Still, the noise is a real issue for those living nearby.
One resident named Peter, who’s been on Salt’s Avenue for over 25 years, said it’s hard to enjoy the summer in his garden with all the shouting and swearing. He’s not losing sleep over it, but it’s definitely annoying.
