Telford Town Park ranked among the best playgrounds in England
Telford Town Park has been named as one of the best playgrounds in England in the first-ever Play Value Awards, held at the Royal Society for Prevention of Accidents Play Safety Conference 2019.
The awards recognise excellence in the provision of children’s playgrounds, with the quality and variety of play opportunities being assessed. The winner was chosen by an open vote by delegates at the conference, most of whom manage playgrounds on behalf of local authorities or charities.
Telford Town Park’s play areas provide a variety of equipment that caters for different age groups. With spring animals, slides and swings for toddlers, and a giant spider’s web for older children; this is all complemented by a teenage activity area, all-ability play area, a bandstand and aerial ropes course.
Telford Town Park is a 150-hectare space that attracts over 750,000 visitors per year.
David Yearley, head of RoSPA Play Safety, said: “Huge congratulations to all involved with the park. It was a real pleasure to host the UK’s first Play Value Awards at the RoSPA Play Safety Conference this year. The awards are part of our commitment to celebrating achievement and promoting excellence in playgrounds and play sites. We are very grateful to everyone who took part in the play value awards.”
Cllr Carolyn Healy, Cabinet Member for Visitor Economy said “It’s fabulous for Telford Town Park to receive positive recognition for their varied provision of children’s playgrounds.”
“The team at Telford Town Park are committed to investing and maintaining these playgrounds for residents in Telford and regional visitors to enjoy, we are looking forward to another busy year.”
