Aberdeen beachfront playpark and tower plans unveiled

The Sky Tower will have steel slides and a viewing platform

A giant playpark project has been unveiled as part of the £50m regeneration of Aberdeen beachfront.

The focal point is the Sky Tower slide, a 23m (75ft) steel structure providing city and sea views.

It is one of four areas revealed in new images, alongside the Village, the Woodlands and the Glens aimed at different age groups.

Aberdeen City Council said the project was due to be completed next year.

It is part of an ongoing redevelopment to make the beachfront a "must-visit" destination.

There will be a contest for primary school children to name the play area

The Sky Tower will have a viewing platform and steel tube slides.

The Village area, with a ship and a bridge, is aimed at children aged two to five.

The Woodlands offers hidden routes, rope tunnels and a fireman's pole.

The Glens is inspired by wildlife and the countryside and is aimed at older children.

Aberdeen City Council said the area would provide a place where children can enjoy the beachfront and strengthen tourism potential.

It said there would be a competition for local primary school children to name the play area.