UKSPF project: Accessible Play Area Provision

Project lead: Denbighshire County Council

Project overview

This project will deliver play areas in strategic locations across the county that are accessible to all by installing specialist equipment and making improvements to footways and street furniture in the public realm and immediate vicinity.

Project updates

Final project summary (Transition Year 2025–26)

The redevelopment of Central Beach Play Area in Prestatyn has been successfully completed, delivering a modern, inclusive, and engaging space for the local community.

Funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and managed by Denbighshire County Council’s Streetscene department, the project has transformed the site with a new seaside-themed design that reflects its coastal setting. 

The upgraded play area features accessible and sensory equipment, enabling children of all abilities to play together, while promoting both physical and cognitive development through varied and dynamic play opportunities.

Delivered by KOMPAN—who have also successfully redeveloped play areas at Rhyl’s Drift Park and Queen’s Market—the project builds on a wider programme of high-quality improvements across the county.

The official opening, supported by pupils from Ysgol Bodnant, marked a positive community milestone with strong local engagement.

Overall, the project has met its objectives of:

• enhancing play provision
• improving accessibility
• supporting the health and wellbeing of residents and visitors

creating a valuable and lasting community asset

Project summary December 2022 to March 2025

The Accessible Play Area Provision project focused on inclusive play areas in Ruthin and Prestatyn.

It delivered over 2000 m² of improved public realm and upgraded 2 play area facilities, resulting in positive community feedback, increased family use, and improved accessibility for insuring fully inclusive play spaces for children. 

March 2024

The team have had initial discussions and a site meeting with STAND to discuss and develop ideas about how an accessible play area can be delivered. Options are currently being explored and initial costs being identified with suppliers for various pieces of equipment.  

Construction is due to commence April 2024.