Gorton Street Park play area improvements complete
Wednesday, May 07, 2025
Work has been completed on a £60k makeover of the play area at Gorton Street Park in Kinsley.
Improvements have been paid for through Wakefield Council’s Town Centre Regeneration Fund.
“It’s brilliant to see that the new play area has now opened. Projects like this have a big impact on the quality of life of local people.
“We wanted to create a new modern play area aimed at toddlers and juniors. It now includes new swings and multi-play climbing units, with slides for both age ranges. As well as a seesaw and carousel roundabout, and rocking and spinning features. And new safety surface has been installed.”
Cllr Jack Hemingway
Cabinet Member for Environment and Climate Change
“We know that family and friends want green spaces where they can meet up, while the children get to play outdoors, enjoying lots of fresh air and exercise.
“I hope that this new play area will be a focal point for the local community. I’m keeping my fingers crossed for some great weather this summer - so everyone can go along and enjoy the new play area.”
Cllr Michael Graham
Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Growth
The project has been supported by Hemsworth ward councillors who have worked closely with residents to identify projects that will benefit the local community.
Using feedback from residents, the old play area has been totally replaced with new metal equipment suitable for both younger children and junior school aged children.
The new look play area has been built on the footprint of the old site with new bins, benches and safety gates included.
Wakefield’s award-winning parks and green spaces are the heart of fantastic local communities. The Council is spending £3million to deliver 17 improvement projects during 2025 to reflect this.