Worcester City Council is inviting people to share their views on proposals to improve play facilities at three city parks.
The plans include creating a second pump track in the city at Perdiswell.
The Council is also proposing to install new play equipment at Cornmeadow Lane in Claines, and at Weyburn Close in the Lower Wick and Pitmaston ward.
You can give your views on the projects here
The proposed new pump track at Perdiswell Park would become a destination facility, designed to be larger than the popular track opened at Battenhall Park last year.
This new track would feature a series of bumps, small jumps, and corners.
It would be designed for people of all ages and skill levels to use on a bike, scooter, skateboard, an adaptive bike or wheelchair or with roller blades.
The new pump track would benefit from the existing parking, toilet facilities and the café at Perdiswell Leisure Centre.
Councillor Hannah Cooper, Vice-Chair of Worcester City Council’s Place and Economic Development Committee, said: “The pump track at Battenhall Park has already proved a popular facility since it was opened in November.
“The proposed new track at Perdiswell would provide a key facility for those living in the north of Worcester, while also benefiting from the existing amenities at Perdiswell Leisure Centre.
“Pump tracks are a great way for people of all ages to build their skills in a safe and controlled environment.
“The tracks also play an important role in reducing anti-social behaviour, by providing a fun and healthy activity for young people to engage in with their friends.”
The Council is also proposing a brand-new playground with fencing at Weyburn Close in the Lower Wick and Pitmaston ward.
Proposals at Cornmeadow Lane include the installation of extra play equipment and fencing around the existing facility, alongside biodiversity enhancements, such as a new wildflower meadow area.
Both parks will also include seating to provide a social space for teenagers.
Councillor Cooper added: “The park improvements are part of the City Council’s Play Plan, which sets out priority projects to improve play opportunities in Worcester and includes dedicated spaces for teenagers.
“These three projects aim to address a shortage of play provision in these areas of Worcester.
“Please let us know what you think here.”
The consultations on all three schemes are open until Sunday 16 March.
