{"id":12584,"date":"2021-09-21T11:30:54","date_gmt":"2021-09-21T10:30:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=12584"},"modified":"2021-12-10T17:00:38","modified_gmt":"2021-12-10T17:00:38","slug":"spectator-rails-benefits","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/spectator-rails-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Why installing spectator rails benefits outdoor football pitches"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With increased scrutiny on the safety and wellbeing of players and fans, spectator rails are a common feature of outdoor football pitches. Yes, they may be a legal requirement for many non-league and academy associations. Still, it\u2019s the practical, aesthetic and safety benefits that make them a popular sight across the UK playing fields.<\/p>\n<h2>Protecting players and spectators alike<\/h2>\n<p>The obvious benefit of installing <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link \" href=\"\/products\/spectator-rails\/\" title=\"spectator\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">spectator<\/a> railings around your football pitch is the additional safety element they provide.<\/p>\n<p>Whatever level of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/football-fencing\/\" title=\"What should you look for in football fencing?\">football<\/a> is being played, players and fans must be safely separated. Robust rails and purpose crafted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/sports-muga-fencing\/\" title=\"MUGAs &#038; Sports Fencing\">sports fencing<\/a> provides that separation. It means <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/casestudies\/fa-compliant-spectator-rail\/\" title=\"Crawley Down lifted to new FA standards\">spectators<\/a> can watch and enjoy the game in comfort and from a safe distance while allowing the match to unfold without fear of fans inadvertently appearing on the field of play.<\/p>\n<p>By adding mesh infills to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/products\/decorative-railings\/\" title=\"Holloway Railings\">rails<\/a>, you can enhance the sense of security around the pitch, with the further benefit of fewer dashes across the park to retrieve the ball.<\/p>\n<h2>Improving pitch quality<\/h2>\n<p>From an aesthetic point of view, the addition of a quality constructed, beautifully finished, and durable railing can elevate the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/football-pitch-fencing-mistakes-to-avoid\/\" title=\"Football Pitch Fencing Mistakes to Avoid\">football pitch<\/a> above and beyond your \u2018standard\u2019 park pitch. It can create more of an event-type feel for those watching the game while enhancing the players&#8217; environment and overall match experience.<\/p>\n<p>On a practical level, they also help with pitch maintenance and protection. With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/fencing-for-farms\/\" title=\"How can Duo8 perimeter fencing help with farm security?\">secure fencing<\/a> in place, there\u2019s less likelihood of unsanctioned use or access from people and pets, helping to maintain a higher standard of playing field.<\/p>\n<h2>Zaun quality spectator rails and sports fencing<\/h2>\n<p>To maximise the benefits from your <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/products\/spectator-rails\/\">spectator rails<\/a> around your outdoor football pitches or any other sports field, then you need to invest in a quality solution.<\/p>\n<p>At <a data-wpil=\"url\" data-wpil=\"url\" data-wpil=\"url\" data-wpil=\"url\" data-wpil=\"url\" data-wpil=\"url\" data-wpil=\"url\" data-wpil=\"url\" data-wpil=\"url\" data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/\">Zaun<\/a>, we\u2019re specialists in providing rails, and sports fencing specifically crafted to meet the demands and legal requirements, providing your club with a safe, attractive and long-lasting solution. Thus, helping maintain a safe playing environment and healthy pitch for years to come.<\/p>\n<p>Want to find out how we could help? We&#8217;d love to hear from you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With increased scrutiny on the safety and wellbeing of players and fans, spectator rails are a common feature of outdoor football pitches. Yes, they may be a legal requirement for many non-league and academy associations. Still, it\u2019s the practical, aesthetic and safety benefits that make them a popular sight across the UK playing fields. 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