Westbury families can look forward to a series of play area improvements, with new equipment, better access, and more imaginative spaces being rolled out across the town.
The upgrades are part of Westbury Town Council’s commitment to creating safe, accessible and engaging outdoor spaces that make the most of available land while offering activities for children of all ages.
Campion Close will soon be updated with a jeep-themed play unit, a new swing set and a tarmac path to make access easier for everyone.
At Kingfisher Drive, the green space will be opened up to include a steel multi-play unit with a slide, climbing net and fireman’s pole, plus a new rotary play piece and improved wet pour surfacing so the area can be enjoyed all year round.
With Section 106 funding (financial contributions made by property developers), the play area at Bridge Court will have a climbing unit with a slide, a spinner and several interactive play panels to keep little ones entertained.
Penleigh Park is next on the list for improvement, with work planned for this autumn and into 2026. The toddler play area will be expanded to include a multi-use play unit, new play panels and a multi-user spinner, helping make the space even more inviting for young families, along with a tarmac perimeter path for easier access.
Previous improvements include a brand-new multi-use games area (MUGA), outdoor fitness equipment and pedestrian access gates and new swing seat at Grassacres Park. Vivash Park now also has a timber multi-play unit with a slide, rope bridge and fireman’s pole.
“Our parks and play areas are important community spaces. By making improvements, we’re helping to ensure they’re safe, welcoming and enjoyable for everyone,” said a council spokesperson. “It’s about giving families and children places to spend time outdoors and feel part of the town.”
Looking ahead, the Council’s upcoming five-year strategy review will place increased emphasis on inclusion, accessibility and variety in play spaces. This will involve ensuring that play areas offer a wide range of experiences including climbing, balancing, sliding, spinning and sensory play – building on recent enhancements such as the communication boards installed at all play areas in 2023. Where space allows, there will also be a focus on creating open areas with goalposts to encourage older children to be active and enjoy free play.
