Youngsters in a North Lanarkshire community are jumping for joy thanks to the creation of a new £170,000 play area.Officially named by primary school pupils as the 'Marvellous Muirhead Park,' it includes a new roundabout, swings, chute and climbing net and has already proved to be a hit.Local youngsters were involved throughout the project after the need for a new facility was identified through a consultation process, helping to choose the equipment installed as part of the final design.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.
Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Pupils from Chryston and St Barbara’s primaries took part in a competition to design a sign for the playpark, while its equipment was manufactured from recycled materials, including wood sourced from sustainable forests.Work on the project was led by North Lanarkshire’s community partnership team and funded by the council’s local development programme, including financial contributions from developers building housing in the area.Council officials say that that “feedback has been positive”, with the community’s children now able to enjoy adventurous play experiences close to home. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire.
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