Lower Leas Coastal Park Play Area Opening

The new play area at the award-winning Lower Leas Coastal Park has opened today - we hope you enjoy it!

The £750,000 refurbishment of the south east’s largest free adventure playground – which offers more equipment and inclusive elements than ever before – is now ready to be enjoyed by residents and visitors.

Connor McConville, Cabinet Member for Assets and Local Government Reorganisation, said:

“I’m nothing short of amazed at how good everything looks and I’m 100% sure the children of the district are going to give it a big thumbs up.

“The Lower Leas Coastal Park is the district’s flagship play area. Our investment – funded by developer levies (CIL and s106), grants and other council budgets – has really paid off and will delight the next generations.” 

Following requests from residents during a public engagement phase, there is additional seating, enhanced accessibility, as well as buggy and cycle parking, for all families to use.

There will be an official opening on Tuesday 4 August with guided tours, children's goodie bags and free ice-cream - all welcome!

Welcome to the Reopening of the Lower Leas Coastal Park: Tuesday 4th August 2pm-4pm

• 2pm: Arrival at the Welcome Arch (outside the Wardens Hut)
• 2.15pm: Leader's speech and official opening
• 2.30pm-3pm: Guided Tour through the Play Area with the project team
• 2pm-4pm: Representative's stands, scavenger hunt and children's goodie bags

An ice cream van will be providing free ice cream throughout.

See you there!