Path and play equipment projects receive funding from Harborough District Council

The council’s cabinet has approved the allocation of £96,359.61 to the projects, which has come from Section 106 money provided by developers for community projects.

Kibworth Joint Recreation Board has received £47,359.96 towards upgrading paths at Rookery Park in Kibworth, while the council’s own environmental services team has received £48,999.65 to upgrade accessible play equipment at Bellfields Recreation Ground in Market Harborough.

Harborough District Council leader Simon Whelband said: “These grants will make a real difference to communities across the district.

“Residents told us they wanted improved and more accessible play equipment, and we are pleased to be delivering on that feedback while also supporting improvements to valuable community spaces.”

Organisations from areas with Section 106 funding are invited to submit grant applications, with more details available through the district council’s website.

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