Play park plans go on show
CONCEPT designs for a new ‘natural’ play area in Happy Mount Park have been revealed.
Based on the underused mini-golf area at the rear of the park, the play area has been designed on the principles of ‘natural play’.
This approach encourages more creativity in the design of play environments using natural elements such as trees, rocks, mini-hills and other natural play features.
Earlier this year young people were asked to work with the council and its designers to share ideas of what could be included in the new play area.
The comments have been incorporated into the initial concept designs, which are on show between October 10 and 16.
They are also available to view in the park and on the website www.lancaster.gov.uk/happymountpark.
Council officers will be in the kiosk at the centre of the park to discuss the plans between 3.30pm and 5pm on Thursday October 15.
The council’s Play Rangers will be in the park between 4pm and 5pm on the same day.
Comments on the plans should be made by email to hryan@lancaster.gov.uk or by telephoning 01524 582822 by October 16.
Coun June Ashworth, Cabinet member for children and young people, said: “We are very grateful for all the help we’ve received so far from young people in designing the new play area and their ideas have played a key role in shaping the plans.
“On its completion the play area will transform an underused area of Happy Mount Park and we’re all looking forward to seeing the designs come to life.”
Comments made during the consultation will be taken into account when producing the final design for the play area.
The design and build of the play area is funded by grants totalling more than £114,000 from the BIG Lottery, Lancashire County Council Play Builder , Community Design and Arts Council England.
Date Updated: 12/10/09