WORK is about to start on a £40,000 project to completely refurbish a popular children’s playground at Warrington.
The scheme will transform Alconbury Close playground at Great Saney it from a pocket-sized park with limited play value into an exciting new space, fully equipped to provide valuable play experiences for local children.
Warrington Borough Council is providing the investment which will breathe new life into the play area, with a wide range of play equipment aimed at children aged 2-8.
New additions will include a mini swing, elephant springy, spinning turnstile and “toddler express” train. Children will also be able to enjoy using a sign language play panel and communicate with each other across the play area using “talking mobile phones”.
Council leader, Cllr Russ Bowden, said: “This is a fantastic project and a great example of the work we are doing to invest in our playgrounds and build inclusive play and activity into all of Warrington’s communities.
“The new-look Alconbury Close playground will be a real asset for the local area, providing an excellent environment for children to get active and have fun.”
Great Sankey South ward councillor, Mo Hussein said: “I understand just how import high-quality outdoor play facilities are for children and families.
“I’m proud to have led on securing this investment to create a new and improved playground for our community to enjoy.
“The new play area will bring significant health, social and wellbeing benefits to local children and families for years to come.”
The project will be delivered by contractor Wicksteeds Leisure, with work due to be completed in the Autumn.
