As part of its commitment to improve play spaces across the district, Torridge District Council has announced that four play areas in East-the-Water, Bideford; Hartland and Winkleigh will undergo £210,000 worth of refurbishment works in February and March 2026.
At Pollyfield, East-the-Water, Bideford, the council is working in partnership with the Pollyfield Community Centre to refurbish the infant play area. The Pollyfield Community Centre and local councillors have supported the project with some amazing fundraising events, alongside S106 housing development funds and Council Contribution, to ensure that a more interactive and usable space is created for the community. Local installer TK Play is due to start work on Monday 23 February.
In Winkleigh, after consulting with Winkleigh Councillors and parents of local children, Elms Meadow will undergo a total refurbishment programme receiving all new equipment, with Westcotts Drive gaining a new multi-unit with surfacing and a new bench. Wicksteed Limited is due on site from 2 March to carry out the works.
In Hartland, the Northgate Play Area will also receive a significant upgrade. Kompan Ltd is due on site, from 23 February. Local councillors, Hartland Recreation Ground representatives and parents of local children were involved and consulted with prior to the final design being agreed.
Winkleigh and Hartland sites are being funded by the Government’s Rural England Prosperity Fund.
For safety, all play areas will be closed and unavailable for the duration of the works. Weather permitting, all projects are expected to be completed in time for the start of the Easter Holidays.
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