Decision details

Transformation of Playgrounds and Other Play Facilities

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: Yes

Is subject to call in?: Yes

Purpose:

To seek approval to carry out playground enhancement programme after borough wide condition survey and create future improvement opportunities.

Decision:

1.    To invest £8.3 million into a three-year programme of improvement works to deliver an enhanced high-quality playground offer across LBHF, including developing exemplar playgrounds in our major parks of Ravenscourt Park and Bishops Park. Working with the Housing Department to make sure the play offers in both Housing and Parks is coordinated.

 

2.    To establish a Play Forum to advise on the proposed changes and priorities, ensuring the programme is co-produced with local communities and there is a coordinated approach with schools, housing, and other providers of play in LBHF.

Report author: Ian Hawthorn

Publication date: 16/09/2025

Date of decision: 15/09/2025

Decided at meeting: 15/09/2025 - Cabinet

Effective from: 20/09/2025

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