Pearson Park paths improved to make site 'accessible to all'

Paths in Pearson Park, Hull, are being resurfaced to make them "accessible to all", the council says

Footpaths are being improved to make a popular Hull park "usable to all", officials have said.

Hull City Council said it expected the resurfacing work at Pearson Park, off Beverley Road, to be completed in early December.

Paths around the pond, bandstand and conservatory had deteriorated, it said.

Councillor Mark Ieronimo said: "Pearson Park is very popular. This work will make the park's footpaths safe, usable and accessible to all."

The council said access to some areas, such as the pond and bandstand, may be restricted during the works.

Mr Ieronimo, the portfolio holder for highways at the council, added: "Investing in our city's pavements is one of my main priorities."

The improvements are being funded by Hull City Council's Capital Footway Programme and carried out by contractor CR Reynolds Ltd.

In 2017, the park underwent a three-year, £3.8m refurbishment. Funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund, it saw some of the park's Victorian features brought back to life.

A new bandstand and conservatory were built, both replicating original designs. A new bridge was also installed over the pond.