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IMPROVEMENT works to Newham Grange Park are continuing thanks to funding secured by the Park's Friends Group. The Friends of Newham Grange Park formed in 2005 and have contributed positively to the regeneration works being carried out. Funding of £103,700 has been secured by the Friends Group from Impetus Environmental Trust for the next phase of works, including the creation of a picnic area next to the play area, using tables and chairs made by a local artist working with youngsters from local schools. Works to the entrance of the Park will be carried out along with repairs to the bridge and resurfacing of the path. A new footpath from the Fir Tree Avenue entrance will encourage more people to walk to school through the Park. Landscaping of the central area, adjacent to the bowls club will also be carried out. Councillor Mary Womphrey, Stockton Council's Cabinet Member for Arts, Leisure and Culture, said: "The Friends of Newham Grange Park have been hugely important in its ongoing success and the restoration works being carried out. "Community involvement in projects such as this is vital and the Friends Group continues to play a key role." Newham Grange Park has already undergone huge improvements with the creation of a new play area, drainage works to grassed areas, shrub removal and installation of CCTV. Members of the Friends Group have planted more than 15,000 bulbs, installed more than 100 bird and bat boxes and undertaken hedge laying courses. http://www.stockton.gov.uk/ |
