Hopefully
this section can answer a few
of your burning questions about
TFL and what exactly the facilities
can offer.
FAQs
about our leagues
Q.
If the season is already running
can I still join?
A. Certainly! We accept teams
to join our leagues on a reserve
basis if there are any unexpected
withdrawals. Also, we organise
friendly grading games for you
before you can join one of the
leagues!
Q.
What days are you running leagues?
A. We currently have leagues
on Sunday & Monday evenings
and anyone can join! We will
also be looking to run Sunday
morning leagues and Saturday
leagues.
Q.
How do the leagues work then?
A. There are typically 6-8 teams
in each division with upto 6
divisions in a league from the
Premier Division downwards.
Each team plays each other twice
in a typically 14 or 15-week
season followed by a end-of-season
presentation in the bar and
another season begins the week
after. Promotion and relegation
are active from each division
making each season competitive.
All matches are organised by
TFL and all games are handled
by an FA affiliated referee.
Q.
What do we get if we win the
league?
A. The winners of each TFL division
will take home quality individual
trophies for each player. Runners-up
also receive medals while winners
of cups can receive cash prizes.
There are also prizes for top
scorers.
Q.
I don't really know how good
my team is. How will I know
my team is going to get a competitive
game each week and not get thrashed
10-0 every week?
A. We hold grading games to
determine what division your
team is suitable for. We will
also ask you what standard of
football the members of your
team have played and we will
try to match you up with teams
of similar ability to make sure
you get a good game each week.
But with upto 6 six divisions
in each league and active promotion
and relegation for each division
after every 10-15 week season,
your team will soon find the
right level.
Q.
I am pretty aware that my team
will not be competiting for
the championship every season!
But can we still come to the
end of season presentation?
A. Yes! Everyone is welcome
at the end of season presentations!
Enjoy a drink in our fabulous
sports bar and reflect on the
last season and look forward
to a new one next week!
Q.
So how do I join one of the
leagues at TFL?
A. It's very simple. You can
call our booking hotline on
01788 866944, email us at bookings@tfl.uk.com
or fill in one of the online
application forms!
Q.
How many teams in each division?
A. Typically there are 6-10
teams in each division but this
can vary.
Q.
How long does each season last?
A. Each team will play each
other 2-3 times, depending on
the number of teams in the division,
meaning a typically 15-week
season but again this can vary
depending on the amount of teams.
Q.
What type of astroturf are we
going to be playing on?
A. Top of the range third-generation
astroturf which has fake grass
blades accompanied by a mix
of rubber crumbs and sand making
for fantastic gameplay, and
you can also wear rubber-moulded
boots and it reduces grazes
from falling on the turf.
Q.
How big are the pitches?
A. The pitches for the adult
leagues are approx 1/3 of a
full pitch (66x33m) so there's
plenty of room to play great
7-a-side football!
Q.
How long are the games?
A. Each game is 28 minutes long
(14 minutes each way).
Q.
How many players can be used
in one game?
A. 10 players may be used in
any one game, 7 on the pitch
at any one time and 3 rolling
substitutes.
Q.
Can we use more than 10 players
during the season?
A. Yes, you may register a maximum
of 20 players.
Q.
What times do the matches start?
A. Kick-offs during the night
leagues will typically be between
6pm-10pm and then they vary
for morning & afternoon
leagues.
Q.
Will there be promotion &
relegation?
A. Yes, 2 teams are promoted
and relegated. However, if a
team has won/lost a division
by a large margin TFL reserve
the right to regrade the team.
Q.
Can we choose the day &
kick-off times that we play?
A. Once you have chosen your
preferred day for playing, you
will be assigned to a league.
After this, the games will be
scheduled and every team must
play as per TFL's instructions.
Q.
Do we win trophies?
A. Yes, league winners receive
individual trophies/medals for
each division. These will be
presented at the Presentation
Evening, but all are invited,
not just the winners!
Q.
What type of footwear can be
worn?
A. Due to the high quality of
the turf, moulded studded boots
can be worn, as can astro trainers.
However, blades & normal
soft ground studs are not permitted.
Q.
What happens if our opposition
doesn't turn up?
A. A TFL member of staff will
try and arrange a friendly game
for you.
Q.
What if a team drops out of
our league?
A. When a team drops out of
the league, a TFL member of
staff will try to replace them,
if this cannot be done a friendly
game will be arranged at the
same time.
Q.
Do we need matching shirts?
A. Yes (bibs are also provided)
Q.
Are shin pads compulsory?
A. Yes
Q.
Do TFL supply the match ball?
A. Yes, we supply all necessary
equipment.
Q.
Do TFL supply the referee?
A. Yes, a qualified affiliated
referee will be supplied for
all games.
Q.
What are the on the field rules
of TFL leagues?
A. Please see our rules &
regulations page. It is the
basic rules of small-sided football
with some slight additions.
Q.
Is there a membership fee &
how much are the games?
A. Each team must pay a membership
of £15 per season. The
cost of each game varies but
for the adult leagues it is
£30 per game, which for
your matchday squad is only
£3/player!
FAQs
about block bookings
Q.
Who can use the pitches?
A. The pitches can be booked
and then used by anyone.
Q.
When can we use the pitches?
A. The pitches can be booked
from 9am to 11pm seven days
a week.
Q.
How long can we book for?
A. You can book the pitch for
as long as you wish, as long
as the pitch is available. During
peak hours, it is unlikely that
you will be able to get a booking
for longer than one hour.
Q.
What are the peak hours?
A. Peak hours are 6-9pm Monday
to Sunday as well as 9am-12pm
on weekends. Off-peak bookings
receive a considerable discount
and bookings are available up
to 11pm.
Q.
We don't want to book a whole
pitch! What can you do for us?
A. The main, full size pitch
can be booked as thirds. So
you can book one third, two
thirds or the full pitch. Alternatively,
you can book the mini training
pitch - which is a 7-a-side
pitch (with full size goals
as well)
Q.
How far can we book in advance?
A. You can book 7 days in advance.
Q.
What if we need to cancel?
A. 48 hours notice is required
to cancel a booking or you will
be invoiced for the full amount.
Q.
What times can we book?
A. Bookings can be made in half
hour or hour intervals (ie 6pm,
6.30, 7pm) Enquire about availability
on certain days and times.
Q.
Do we need to be members to
block book?
A. No.
Q.
Are shins pads compulsory?
A. You don't need to wear shin
pads but TFL recommends that
they are worn.
Q.
Can we choose the time and day
that we play?
A. Yes, providing the pitch
is available.
Q.
What type of footwear can be
worn?
A. Due to the high quality of
the turf, rubber-moulded studded
boots can be worn, as can astro
trainers. Blades & normal
soft ground football or rugby
studs are not permitted.
Q.
Are there changing facilities?
A. Changing facilities with
showers can also be booked if
required. Please inquire about
availability.
Q.
How much does it cost to hire
a pitch for 1 hour?
A. It will depend on the size
of your pitch required, and
whether it is peak or off-peak.
Please contact us either by
email at bookings@tfl.uk.com
or phone 01788 866944 and we
will let you know the prices
for your requirement. At peak
times, a third of the pitch
is £28 inc VAT.
Q.
Is there a bar on site?
A. For peak hours, the sports
bar will be open offering a
wide range of beers, sports
drinks, soft drinks and refreshments
as well as pool, darts and widescreen
TV screens to watch live football!
FAQs
about social bookings/special
occasions
Q.
Who can use the pitches?
A. The pitches can be booked
and then used by anyone.
Q.
What sort of occasions do you
cater for?
A. If you just want to have
a kick-about with your mates
every so often, or if your workplace
wants to book their annual football
tournament then TFL is the perfect
place.
Q.
How long can we book for?
A. You can book the pitch for
as long as you wish, as long
as the pitch is available. During
peak hours, it is unlikely that
you will be able to get a booking
for longer than one hour.
Q.
What are the peak hours?
A. Peak hours are 6-10pm Monday
to Friday as well as weekends.
Q.
We don't want to book a whole
pitch! What can you do for us?
A. The main, full size pitch
can be booked as thirds. So
you can book one third, two
thirds or the full pitch. Alternatively,
you can book the mini training
pitch - either a half, or all
of it.
Q.
How far can we book in advance?
A. You can book 7 days in advance.
Q.
What if we need to cancel?
A. 48 hours notice is required
to cancel a booking or you will
be invoiced for the full amount.
Q.
What times can we book?
A. Bookings can be made in half
hour or hour intervals (ie 6pm,
6.30, 7pm) Enquire about availability
on certain days and times.
Q.
Do we need to be members to
book?
A. No.
Q.
Are shins pads compulsory?
A. You don't need to wear shin
pads but TFL recommends that
they are worn.
Q.
Can we choose the time and day
that we play?
A. Yes, providing the pitch
is available.
Q.
What type of footwear can be
worn?
A. Due to the high quality of
the turf, studded boots can
be worn, as can astro trainers.
Q.
Are there changing facilities?
A. Changing facilities with
showers can also be booked if
required. Please inquire about
availability.
Q.
How much does it cost to hire
a pitch for 1 hour?
A. It will depend on the size
of your pitch required, and
whether it is peak or off-peak.
Please contact us either by
email at bookings@tfl.uk.com
or phone 01788 866944 and we
will let you know the prices
for your requirement.
Q.
Is there a bar on site?
A. For peak hours, the sports
bar will be open offering a
wide range of beers, sports
drinks, soft drinks and refreshments
as well as pool, darts and widescreen
TV screens to watch live football!
The bar can also be booked for
a special occasion (eg kids
party) to make for a perfect
day for your children in conjunction
with the pitches! |
