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Newbridge Playground To Receive Funding For Upgrade And Refurbishment Works

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The Capital Grant Scheme for Play and Recreation was announced today, with a total of €600,000 being awarded

A Newbridge playground has been included in this year's Capital Grant Scheme for Play and Recreation, with a total of €600,000 awarded to 30 Local Authorities across the country.

The grant supports the work of local authorities in improving access to quality play and recreation facilities within their communities.

Moorfield Park Playground in Newbridge is to receive €22,000, the maximum amount of funds a project can receive through this grant.

Some of these funded projects include the installation of:

  • Wheelchair-accessible seesaws
  • Inclusive sensory playground equipment and inclusive play space
  • Upgraded accessibility features and biodiversity planting
  • Level Access Play Equipment
  • Teen Spaces

However, it is not specified what, or if any, installations will be added to Moorfield Park.

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