The search is on to find out exactly how many people use the petanque court at Clacton's Vista Road Recreation Ground.

The court is next to the Clacton County High School fence and has been vandalised on a number of occasions over recent months.

Tendring District Council (TDC), which is responsible for the facility, is now considering the way forward and is keen to find out how many people still use it - even if only on a casual basis.

Kirsty Horton, TDC's Play Officer, said the Council believed that the Clacton Petanque Club - which previously used the court - has now disbanded.

"We are considering a number of options at the moment," she said.

"Before any decision is made we are keen to gauge the full usage as it has open access and it is very difficult for the Council to monitor just how many people make the most of the facility."

Anybody who plays petanque at Vista Road, or anyone who knows whether the club is still in existence is asked to call Kirsty on 01255 686622 by June 1, 2009.

21/5/09

Related Link: Clacton Leisure Centre