Rules of Forest Football Club (1861)

That Captains be chosen at the commencement of play, who shall have the direction of places, etc., etc., throughout the game.

That the length and breadth of ground be marked off with flags, and that the distance between the goal-posts do not exceed eight yards.

That in the event of the bursting of the ball, a new one is to be placed in the centre of the ground, and that the side commencing the game have the kick-off.

That for any wilful infringement of the rules of the game, a fine of Two Shillings and Sixpence be inflicted.