Redevelopment work is to begin next week on the facilities at Grange Park in Omagh from next week, with the park to be closed for a number of weeks.
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council said the work is due to begin on Tuesday 2 May, with the development to include the transformation of the existing play park facilities in the area.
The new park will be constructed on the theme of bridges and spires to reflect the landscape and heritage of the Co Tyrone town.
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Further works planned for the wider development park include a new car park and a link to the Riverside walk, however no date has been put in place for when this work is to be carried out.
Speaking about the redevelopment works, the Chair of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, Councillor Errol Thompson, said “I am delighted to see the works commence to redevelop Grange Park into a space for residents and visitors to enjoy.
The new play park will create an exciting, fun, inclusive, accessible and safe place for parents and children of all abilities.
“The integration of the green space and the theme of bridges and spires will help to ensure the outstanding and culturally rich environment is cherished, sustainably managed and appropriately accessible.
“The Council is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our residents and I am confident that the redevelopment of Grange Park will provide a place for adventure, enjoyment, inspiration and reflection contributing to positive physical and mental health and wellbeing.”
The redevelopment work on the park is expected to be completed by September of this year.
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