The need for accessible sporting facilities is of paramount importance for the health and wellbeing for all of society but particularly for children and young people. The sports grounds on Sharman's Cross Road are in an ideal location to attract participating groups. Solihull Council has previously acknowledged the importance of this by ensuring suitable drainage and, in 2013, reiterating the need for the covenants attached to the site to be honoured. Loss of this facility will be detrimental to the youth of Solihull and signal a lack of importance attached to such community facilities.