Work is underway to make Langold Country Park more user friendly and accessible thanks to over £170k of funding secured and provided by Bassetlaw District Council.
Groundworks for a new Changing Places facility and separate café pod to modernise amenities have started as part of the latest investment in the popular park. £140k has come from the Council with additional funding coming from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities' Changing Places Fund.
Cllr Darrell Pulk, Cabinet Member for Environment and Energy, said: “These two pods are an exciting addition to Langold Country Park and will open the site to more residents and visitors and improve their experience even more. This shows the Council’s continuing investment in our parks and open spaces making sure they are accessible for all to enjoy.”
The addition of a Changing Places toilet to the park - featuring specialist equipment such as hoists, changing benches, adapted toilet and extra space for parents and carers - will support a person who cannot use standard accessible toilets.
Cllr Gillian Freeman, Vice Chair and Ward Member for Langold, said: “I am looking forward to the arrival of these new pods and the difference they will make to people visiting this much-loved park.” James Naish, Leader of Bassetlaw District Council, added: "We are very proud of the parks which the Council maintains. They are an important place for Bassetlaw people to exercise, socialise and relax so it's great to see further investment taking place."
The pods, which are being built off site, are expected to be lifted into place in April, replacing old structures which were deemed no longer fit for purpose. It’s hoped the Changing Places pod and café pod will be up and running at the beginning of May in time for the opening of the Splash Park.
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