The parish council is excited to announce that the playground will be getting a fantastic upgrade to the major pieces of equipment with a new layout to make it more accessible and fun to use all year round. After an official tendering process, Wicksteed was the supplier chosen by the council to supply the new equipment and the work is now scheduled to start on Tuesday 21 January (a full month earlier than planned). The design includes:
- New paths linking the equipment
- A replacement junior multi-play piece which will be located in the centre
- A new toddler zone including a replacement multi-play piece.
- A basket swing
- A sensory area
- A new agility trail
- Relocation of the seating to make it more easily accessible.
The Fir Tree Close playground is very well used already and we hope that this upgrade will mean even more children will be able to enjoy the facilities along with their carers.
Unfortunately the playground will need to be closed for a few weeks while the works are carried out but with the prospect of a lovely new facility in time for spring we’re sure that everyone will accept this inconvenience for a few weeks – full details will follow once known and signage put up.
To see what is in store you can download the plan of the layout and 3D visuals – please note that the final design may vary slightly.