Funding for £265k park revamp set for approval

Nearly £270,000 is set to be approved for the refurbishment of a park in Stafford.

The borough council will discuss the allocation of funds towards the proposed revamp of Rowley Park, at a meeting on Thursday.

Should the funding be approved, a public consultation would be held with residents encouraged to share their views on the project.

The site, which is managed by Freedom Leisure, currently includes a 3G artificial football pitch - one designed to have the look and feel of a grass pitch - running track, tennis courts and a children's play area.

The council said the revamp would look at creating facilities for "toddlers and juniors" as well as a multi-use games area, walking routes and picnic areas.

A report set to go before Thursday's cabinet meeting said a draft masterplan for the site would be drawn up following the consultation.

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