More pocket parks planned for 'unloved' areas

A communal space in the Drypool area is one of four locations chosen for a pocket park

Four more pocket parks are to be created in Hull, the council said.

Hull City Council said its pocket park scheme aimed to transform unloved, neglected or derelict areas into new green spaces for the benefit of local people.

Councillor Rob Pritchard, portfolio holder for culture and leisure, said the council was committed to making Hull "a greener, cleaner and safer place to live".

The latest areas earmarked for a revamp include Orchard Park and Drypool.

Six pocket parks have already been developed across the city and the council said it continued to work with local communities to nominate areas for the scheme.

"Hull has so many parks and open spaces and are much-loved by residents and visitors alike, however there is still so much potential for other, smaller sites to be enjoyed," Pritchard said.

"Community involvement is at the heart of this project, helping to ensure residents are proud of where they live and encouraging sustained support for pocket parks," he added.

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