Play area reopens after £100k improvements

The new play area in Grantham has safe flooring and inclusive features, council officials said.

A play area has reopened in a Lincolnshire town after over £100,000 worth of improvements.

More than 30 new pieces of equipment with safe flooring and inclusive features have been unveiled at Beeden Park play area in Grantham.

Funding for the improvements has come from the FCC Communities Foundation with an additional £21,570 investment by South Kesteven District Council (SKDC), and £5,000 from the Rotary Club of Grantham.

The park includes a multi-use games area, sensory boards and fitness equipment for all ages.

The improvements have been paid for with funding from the FCC Communities Foundation, South Kesteven District Council and the Rotary Club of Grantham

The improvements have been designed for all children, including those with limited mobility or sensory requirements, SKDC said.

FCC Communities Foundation grant manager, Penny Horne, said: "It’s wonderful to see something we have funded finally open and ready to make such a difference to young people and families across Grantham.

"FCC Communities Foundation is always happy to consider grant applications for projects that benefit local communities and this is a great example of what can be achieved."

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