A campaign has been launched to raise £20,000 to create a natural play area in Wanstead Park.
“Residents have been campaigning for play facilities in or close to Wanstead Park for three decades. If this campaign demonstrates strong support, we may also be eligible for matched funding of up to 50% of the total from Redbridge Council’s Community Infrastructure Levy scheme,” said Caroline Clancy.
The play area – to be located on former scrubland behind the Temple – has been planned in consultation with local groups and will be constructed from natural materials found in Epping Forest. Volunteers and arborists from the City of London will be building most of the play structures, but funds are needed to purchase some specialist equipment
“If we don’t raise the full £20,000, then unfortunately, we receive nothing!”
Donations can be made until 6 December.
Visit wnstd.com/parkplay
