Accessible seafront children's park opens

School children were involved in the design of the play park

A seafront play park focusing on inclusion and accessibility has opened.

The facility, in Lowry Road, Seaburn, features bespoke play equipment to create a wheelchair-friendly environment.

Sunderland City Council said it worked with local school children over the years to shape the designs, including rainbow swings and a tree house.

Interactive digital play equipment was also installed, along with Wi-Fi, "to really bring the park into the 21st Century", the authority said.

The park was officially opened by the Mayor of Sunderland Allison Chisnall and students at Seaburn Dene Primary School, who were involved in the design.

The project is estimated to cost nearly £1.5m with a funding agreement between the Labour-led council and its regeneration company Siglion Developments LLP.

The park was officially opened by the Mayor of Sunderland

The park also includes multi-level play areas, sand and sensory zones and wheelchair-friendly picnic tables.

CCTV was also installed in response to concerns from Sunderland councillors about the site's security.