June 2008 Community Day

A free day held for the whole community to show the consultation results and the plans that were drawn up following this. the day was very successful and raised awareness of the group. The group funded this day and also received help from local businesses on the day.

 

August 2008 Under 13's Play Equipment

Following the award of over £100,000 from Tameside Councils Play Builder Scheme plans are currentley underway to design and implement a scheme. Feedback was given by youngsters on their preferred equipment and playground design through consultation carried out in schools and at Tameside's annual play day. The Council was successful in its bid for funding which is based around the theme of the four elements - earth, wind, water and fire.

More details will be shown here when they are available

 

September 2008 Security

The park needs to be made safer and more secure. Quotes are currently being obtained for new gates and eventually new fencing.

 

October 2008 Opening Doors for Older People       

The Group wants the whole community to be part of the park and have been successful in their application to receive funding from the above for exercise equipment for over 50's. The bid requests 8 pieces of equipment including 2 that are suitable for wheelchair users. The equipment is part of a therapeutic package which is also good for people who are recovering from injury or have restricted joint movement. The equipment includes:

 - Back Massager

 - Tai Chi Spinners

- Air Skier

- Hip Twister

- Big Shoulder Wheels

- Elliptical Cross Trainer

- Air Walker

- Seated Leg Press

The equipment will be installed when the under 13s area is complete so around April 2009. There will be an open day around this time to launch the equipment.