Newark: Refurbished play park on Hawtonville estate provides entertainment for all ages

Cherry Holt play park on Newark’s Hawtonville estate is proving a hit with children after it was refurbished.

Newark and Sherwood District Council worked in partnership with playground equipment supplier Proludic Ltd to update the entire park, making it more suitable for a wider age range of children.

It included adding three new installations specifically designed for teenagers.

The main play area now includes a basket swing, combination flat and cradle swing, springy rocker, four seat spring see-saw, trim trail circuit, multi play unit and spinning bowl. Outside the play area there’s a springy rodeo board, rope swing and turnfly spinner for older children.

The park has also been adapted to accommodate a wider range of abilities, making it more inclusive for the wider community, including those with disabilities.

Ahead of the work, the council asked for feedback from the community about the proposed plans.

Tim Wendels, chairman of council’s homes and communities committee, said: “The Cherry Holt Play Park looks fantastic and it’s rewarding to see it’s been well received by the community.

“With the introduction of additional play equipment aimed at older children we hope this will help curb any anti-social behaviour in the area. It gives young people something to do and somewhere to go, especially during the summer holidays.”

“We hope that families and teenagers take the opportunity to travel down to the site and make the most of the park during the hot summer months.”