Councils collaborate for play area revamp

A collaborative project between Cheshire East Council and Wilmslow Town Council has resulted in the restoration of a once popular play area which had fallen into a state of disrepair.

The play area at Alveston Drive in Wilmslow was in need of a revamp.

The revitalised play area includes a slide and climbing equipment, new swings and a spring-loaded spinning piece of equipment for younger children. New seating has also been provided. The works have been carried out thanks to funding from Cheshire East Council, Wilmslow Town Council and section 106 monies – a developer contribution from the surrounding estate.

Councillor Mick Warren, chair of Cheshire East Council’s environment and communities committee, said: “In the same way that the play area at Little Lindow had a really positive effect on the local community in Wilmslow when it was revitalised, I’m sure it will be the same here.”