Highfield F.C. Explained

Clubname:Highfield
Fullname:Highfield Football Club
Founded:1945
Dissolved:1984
Ground:Abbey Road, Waltham Abbey
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Position:
London Spartan League Premier Division, 13th of 15
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Highfield Football Club was a football club based in Waltham Abbey, England.

History

In 1945, Highfield were formed, joining the Enfield Alliance League. In 1963, Highfield joined the London League from the Northern Suburban Intermediate League. In 1971, Highfield joined the Metropolitan–London League, becoming founder members in the process. In 1975, Highfield joined the London Spartan League. In 1981, Highfield joined the FA Vase for the first time. In 1984, Highfield left the London Spartan League and folded following the loss of their Abbey Road ground to housing.[1] [2]

Ground

During the early days of the football club, Highfield played at Willoughby Lane in Tottenham. Highfield later moved to the Northmet Sports Ground in Enfield. In the late 1970s, Highfield moved to Abbey Road in Waltham Abbey.[1]

Records

Notes and References

  1. Web site: A look into history 34. Essex Senior League. 29 May 2020. 22 March 2021.
  2. Web site: Highfield. Football Club History Database. 22 March 2021.