Kingstonian confirm cautious ground progress

Kingstonian, who have been homeless since being forced to leave Kingsmeadow in 2017, have reported progress in their discussions with the local authority as they continue to strive for a home of their own.

The K's released a statement last week explaining that, after meetings with senior council leaders, there are three options being explored:

'Option 1 - The Club have had exploratory meetings with a higher education institution after a potential partnership. Cllr. Kirsch will now write to the institution, seeking a three-way meeting to explore the potential for a partnership with our Football Club. This would be similar to existing partnerships between sports clubs and educational establishments.

Option 2 - The Club has had a positive initial meeting (facilitated by a senior council officer) with a representative from a local sports facility. There is a potentially very interesting opportunity here that could entail a partnership with a well-respected local community organisation. Again Cllr. Kirsch will now write to the current tenants / leaseholders seeking a three-way meeting about the potential for Kingstonian FC to develop facilities there.

Option 3 - Finally, the Club has looked further into the potential development of an existing sports venue. Whilst the Councillors are not keen to dismiss any potential options, there are acknowledged to be complications due to the existing purpose of the site. However, this option will be examined further, in order to assess its viability for development.'

Since leaving their long term home, the club have been forced to share with Leatherhead, Corinthian-Casuals and- currently- Tooting & Mitcham United.

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