New Play Area Opens in Camberley

A fun new play area was opened on Friday 20 January at Surrey Avenue in Camberley.

A variety of equipment including swings, a multi-play unit with a slide and a gravity bowl (like a small roundabout), all set on rubberised safety-flooring make up the new facility for children up to 10 years of age.

The project is the result of the efforts of the St Michael's Project Team – which includes local residents, Surrey Heath Borough Council, Surrey County Council and registered social landlord, Accent Peerless.  Surrey Heath Borough Council's Greenspace team managed the build of the play area and Accent Peerless are responsible for future management, maintenance and repairs.  A number of residents have also agreed to oversee the site keeping an eye out for safety and security.

Councillor Colin Dougan, who Chairs the St Michael's Project said: "We asked the local residents what additional facilities they most wanted and a resounding 90% requested a children's play area – I'm delighted that it's now opening and that residents are involved in the on-going management.  We are now sounding out what's next and would like to encourage community involvement again to help decide future projects."

Michael Coe, Housing Manager at Accent Peerless, said: "The new play area and equipment is great news for families. Local residents have been in favour of the project and I hope local children will enjoy many happy hours of play here for years to come."

Funding for the £28,000 project was shared equally by Surrey Heath Borough Council and Surrey County Council.