A brand-new children’s play area will be coming to Ellenbrook Park, with work due to begin on Monday 17 August as part of Ipswich Borough Council’s ongoing investment in play facilities across the town.
This announcement comes during Love Parks Week (24 July – 2 August), a national campaign celebrating all our green spaces.
The new playground will feature a bug and nature theme, encouraging young people to explore, create stories and enjoy active outdoor play. Children will be able to slide into the pond, spin with the bumblebees and catch the worm through a range of interactive and sensory play features.
The new play area will include eight new pieces of play equipment for children aged between two and 10 years old, with a strong focus on accessibility and inclusive play. A variety of swings, wheelchair-accessible carousel, an inclusive seesaw and bongos are just some of the equipment to be included.
The work forms part of Ipswich Borough Council’s overarching £3.5 million Play Area Strategy, which is delivering significant improvements to play facilities across the borough.
Councillor Stefan Long, Ipswich Borough Council Portfolio Holder for Environment and Sport said:
“We’re delighted to be bringing another exciting new play area to Ipswich as part of our continued investment in high-quality play spaces for children and families.
“The Ellenbrook Park design has been inspired by bugs, nature and imaginative play, creating a unique environment where children can explore, learn and have fun together.
“It is particularly pleasing to see so many inclusive features incorporated throughout the design, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to play, socialise and enjoy the outdoors in a welcoming environment.”
Whilst the new play area is being installed, the current one will be closed for safety reasons. The new play area is expected to open later this year.