Decision details

Installation of a new play area in place of the former maze at Queen’s Gardens, Bromley, funded from Intu’s £60k donation, is agreed.

Following construction of the new restaurant terrace alongside Queens Gardens, Bromley, Report ES16044 outlines proposals for a new play area to replace the former maze at the Gardens. Intu have provided a sum of £60k which will be used to install the play area, including design, purchase and installation of play equipment, fencing and landscaping.

Following consultations with Intu Bromley and Ward Members, a rustic/naturalistic space is proposed to produce an imaginative and functional play space. Design and Build tenders have been sought to develop the project site with its aims being:

·  to provide an imaginative, natural and coordinated play experience for children and young people within an existing public open space;

·  to create a play space that will please, excite, challenge and stimulate children’s imagination and senses, utilising the play space as well as the surrounding environment; and

·  to promote positive attitudes to children and young people in the community through play opportunities and providing a safe environment for play.