A football club has resolutely defended itself after being accused of blocking off areas of a town field. Downham Town FC, which plays its matches at the Memorial Playing Field, has faced criticism from some members of the public who feel the club is exercising a “controlling use of public facilities”. One man, who wished to remain anonymous, alleged that the club’s committee members have been fencing off certain areas in and around the playing pitch, preventing access for residents. However, these accusations have been strongly rebuked by these committee members, who say the only area which i…