Three playgrounds in Hucknall will be improved after Ashfield District Council received £270,000 from the government’s Playground Fund.
The funding, ringfenced for Hucknall, will support work at Nabbs Lane, Washdyke Lane and Butler’s Hill, with completion planned by March 2028.
The scheme aims to make play spaces more inclusive and accessible. Children and young people will help shape the proposals through consultation with local schools and community groups.
The council selected the three playgrounds after considering feedback from an online community survey, promoted at playgrounds across Hucknall, alongside findings from an independent inspection of local play facilities.
Workshops and engagement sessions are being arranged with Broomhill Junior School, Edgewood Primary & Nursery School, Holgate Primary & Nursery School, Hillside Primary School and West Hucknall Baptist Church Toddler Group.
Several other schools across Hucknall have also been invited to take part.
John Bennett, the council’s Executive Director – Place, said the funding would support improved access and inclusive play equipment.
He said: “We are looking forward to working with young people and their parents to make sure the parks offer what they want from them.
“We are particularly keen to hear from children and young people who may not traditionally take part in consultation activities, including those with disabilities, special educational needs and additional support requirements”.
