For 50 years, Rayleigh FC has been at the heart of our community, providing football and opportunities for hundreds of local children, young people and families.

As a volunteer-run, not-for-profit community football club, every pound raised is reinvested back into the club to help keep football affordable, maintain our facilities and invest in opportunities for current and future generations.

The club has applied for a premises licence for the pavilion at John Fishers.

This application is not about creating a late-night venue or changing the nature of the club. The hours applied for represent the maximum permitted hours, giving the club the flexibility to host occasional events such as:

Presentation evenings
Fundraising events
Community functions
Volunteer celebrations
Charity events
Club socials
These events will generate valuable income that will be reinvested directly into grassroots football and the local community.

The pavilion is also regularly made available to local community and voluntary groups, making it much more than just a football clubhouse.

Rayleigh FC understands the importance of being a considerate neighbour and remains committed to managing parking, noise and events responsibly.

By signing this petition, you are supporting:

⚽ Grassroots football for hundreds of local children.

🏡 A valuable community facility that benefits local organisations.

❤️ The long-term sustainability of a volunteer-run community club.

💰 Additional fundraising opportunities that reduce pressure on membership fees and help keep football affordable for local families.

Please help us secure the future of Rayleigh FC by showing your support for the pavilion licence application.

Every signature makes a difference.