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Work begins on improvements to Grantham Park

Chris

10/7/2024 8:26:59 AM

Business

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Work is underway to create improved facilities for families in Grantham’s Beeden Park.

 

Installation of over 30 new play features has been funded by a £100,000 grant from FCC Communities Foundation.

 

The play area near Beechcroft Road in Grantham will benefit from upgrades totalling over £126,000 including additional funding of £5,000 from the Rotary Club of Grantham. 

 

The overall figure also includes £21,570 of investment by South Kesteven District Council to improve the facilities at the park.

 

Cllr Paul Stokes, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Culture and Leisure, said: “Having high-quality outdoor spaces to play is vital for the younger generation and helps families to make the most out of being active in their local area.

 

“I am delighted that we are once again working in partnership with FCC Communities Foundation to refurbish the space at Beeden Park and introduce some fantastic equipment which will make a huge difference to families in the local community.

 

“I would also like to thank the Rotary Club of Grantham for their generous donation along with Cllr Steven Cunnington who has worked tirelessly with the project team to bring this to fruition.  

 

“We look forward to seeing families enjoy the space once it has re-opened later in the autumn.”

 

The new park will include equipment for children aged 2 years and over, a special social area for teenagers, and outdoor gym equipment.

 

The equipment, which is being installed by Wicksteed, has been designed with accessibility in mind, providing both sensory experiences and space to accommodate wheelchairs.

 

FCC Communities Foundation is a not-for-profit business that awards grants for community projects through the Landfill Communities Fund.

 

Penny Horne, FCC Communities Foundation grant manager, says: “It’s always nice to see something we have funded start to take shape.

 

“We’re delighted to be supporting such a worthwhile project and look forward to it benefitting lots of children and young families within the local area very soon.”

 

For more information about FCC Communities Foundation funding visit: www.fcccommunitiesfoundation.org.uk

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