One of Worcester’s most neglected play areas has been transformed into a bright, welcoming community space thanks to a £30,000 investment by Worcester City Council.
The refurbishment of Old Tolladine Road Play Area is now complete, with the site officially reopened to local families. The upgrade includes a full repaint of existing play equipment, new safety surfacing, and the installation of a brand-new piece of toddler equipment.
Cllr Sarah Murray, City Councillor for St Nicholas Ward, said:
“It’s fantastic to see Old Tolladine Play Area brought back to life. Just a few weeks ago it was one of the most run-down sites in the city, and now it’s a clean, vibrant space for children to enjoy.
Local families have waited a long time for this improvement, and I hope it will be well used and well loved. My thanks go to the project team for their hard work in delivering such a positive result.”
The work follows reports of vandalism earlier in the refurbishment process. The contractor, Groundwork and Leisure Services Ltd, repaired the damage and completed the project on schedule.
Cllr Murray added:
“The transformation is a credit to everyone involved. I’d encourage residents to help look after the site so it remains a safe, welcoming place for our community.”
Worcester City Council’s Project Support Officer, has also been praised for her contribution. Since joining the council earlier this year, she has carried out assessments across all 47 play area locations citywide, helping prioritise maintenance and future improvements.
The Council is also progressing plans for an exciting new ‘destination’ pump track at Perdiswell Park, with contract details due to be confirmed in the coming weeks.
“Investment in play and recreation is vital,” added Cllr Murray. “Spaces like these bring people together and give young people something positive to do. It’s wonderful to see progress.”
