Fun, laughter and face painting were on offer at the opening of a brand new playground in Ramsgate, chosen by local school children.
The playground, built on an empty piece of land in Prestedge Avenue, Dumpton, became a reality after staff from East Kent Housing contacted local residents to ask their views about what the land could be used for.
The majority of those asked supported the idea for a playground and children from Newlands Primary School chose the colourful play equipment, which includes a climbing frame with slide, roundabout and seesaw. The playground was build by Park Leisure and Lednor on behalf of East Kent Housing, who now manage Thanet District Council’s housing.
The new playground was officially opened by local girl, Ky Collins (9) who was the winner of a poster competition, after designing an eye catching poster that asks visitors to the playground to keep it tidy and Helen Buller, Chair of the East Kent Housing Board.
This is the first major project for East Kent Housing, who took over the management of Thanet District Council’s housing last month (April). The opening day also offered local residents the chance to have their bulky waste removed for free and speak to local housing staff. They were also able to receive free DIY demonstrations from Mears, meet officers from the local police and fire and rescue service.
Ky Collins said: “I’m really excited to open the new play area and to see my poster made into a sign that makes sure people keep it tidy. I can’t wait to play here with my friends.”
Helen Buller, Chairmen of the Board for East Kent Housing, said: “This playground is a great example of community involvement and just shows how our local residents, school children and staff can work together on a project that has a lasting legacy for the area. We understand how important it is to be proud of where you live and we hope that this new playground will bring enjoyment to the local community for many years to come. We are committed to making improvements across East Kent and we want to encourage our residents to get in touch with any ideas they might have.”
For more information about East Kent Housing visit www.eastkenthousing.org.uk or to get in touch with your tenant participation officer for Thanet call Michelle Thomas on 01843 577221.
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