Okay, so I’ve been trying to figure out this whole football pitch cover thing in Nottingham, and let me tell you, it’s been a bit of a journey. I started out pretty clueless, just knowing that these pitches need some kind of protection from the crazy weather we get.

First, I started by looking up what kinds of covers are even out there. Turns out, there are a few different types. I found some that are like giant tarps you just pull over the field, and others that are more fancy, like these automated systems or ones with rollers. Pretty neat, huh? These were from a company called Matchsaver.
Then I wanted to see what people in Nottingham are actually using. I did some digging and found this website called PitchFinder. It lets you look up football pitches in your area. It’s the largest one I could find, but the info is pretty basic.
After that, I figured I’d check out places where you can actually rent a pitch. I came across this place called Astro Kings, seems like a solid option for a 5-a-side game. They have all the stuff you’d expect, like showers and changing rooms.
I wanted to get a better sense of the whole scene, so I looked for more general info on sports facilities in Nottingham. I found a bunch of different places listed online, but it was kind of a mixed bag. Lots of different sports, not just football.
Somewhere along the way, I got curious about how big these football pitches actually are. Turns out, they’re about 110 yards long and 70 yards wide, according to the rules. That’s a lot of ground to cover!

I also stumbled upon some info about these high-end covers from Net World Sports. They’re made of some tough PVC material that’s supposed to handle anything the weather throws at it. Sounds like a good investment if you’re serious about your pitch.
So, after all this, I feel like I have a pretty good handle on the football pitch cover situation in Nottingham. There are definitely options out there, from simple pull-on covers to more advanced systems. And there are plenty of places to play, whether you’re looking for a casual kickabout or something more organized. I just need to decide which football pitch I want to play and if I need to book it.
- Searched online for types of football pitch covers.
- Explored PitchFinder for local pitches.
- Checked out Astro Kings for 5-a-side options.
- Looked up general sports facilities in Nottingham.
- Learned about football pitch dimensions.
- Discovered premium covers from Net World Sports.
It’s been a bit of a learning curve, but I’m glad I took the time to look into it. Now, I just got to get out there and play!