Phase One: Foundational Work
Providing Better Planting and Drainage
Increased planting throughout the park designed to attract a variety of wildlife and give colour in Sprint and Summer. A swale will be built in the North East section of the park which will help water drain and keep the park usable throughout the year. This will ensure the Rec remains usable regardless of the weather or time of year.
Making the Rec Accessible and Safe
Improving lighting and accessibility to the park including a new path through the centre as well as resurfacing and widening the existing paths. This will make the paths more usable for older people and families with buggies as well as provide accessibility for disabled users. It will also make it more suitable for children riding bicycles and rollerskating. New gates at either end will make the park more secure for families with young children.
Inclusive Modern Playground
Working with Kompan, a market leading provider of childrens' play equipment, we will create a new enclosed and combined custom built playground for children aged 2-14 years old, including provisions for SEND children.
Spaces for Rest and Reflection
Improved seating throughout the park creating opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy the setting and spend more time in it.
Phase Two: Enhance Facilities
Resurfacing the Tennis Courts
Resurfacing the Tennis Courts
Resurfacing the Tennis Courts
Restore and resurface the tennis courts which have fallen into considerable disrepair.
Planting a Sensory Garden
Resurfacing the Tennis Courts
Resurfacing the Tennis Courts
Create a sensory garden in the north west corner of the park, an unused area of the Rec. It will be transformed into a garden designed to stimulate the five basic senses of sight, smell, touch, taste and sound. A space for all ages to improve physical fitness, health, mood and cognition.
Add a MUGA and Gym Equipment
Installation of a multi-use games areas (MUGA) for older children and adults, allowing for team sports such as basket ball, netball and football. Space for additional gym equipment to extend exercise opportunities outdoors.
Picnic Seating and Better Park Signage
To support accessibility and lighting upgrades undertaken during Phase One, better signage will be installed across the park, including park map. A paved picnic with seating will also be added to extend seating provision.