Play on at Scarborough Park

Scarborough Park has swung back into action for spring.

The play space at the seaside heritage park has undergone a four-month upgrade, complete with a new mouse wheel, an innovative eagle’s lair climbing net with baskets, a dancing snake rope swing, a 5.8-metre climbing tower and a fresh take on the classic rocking horse.

Children celebrate the reopening of the Scarborough Park play space.

While the brightly coloured old rocking horse has been put out to playground pasture, it can still be found in the nature play area in a decorative role.

Christchurch City Council Head of Parks Andrew Rutledge says the revamped Scarborough Park provides a perfect space for exploration, with plenty of play equipment for all ages and abilities.

“Scarborough Park is now home to an interactive play area where youngsters can climb and slide all day,” Mr Rutledge says.

“We have aimed to create a seaside haven for children, and their families. The refurbished and upgraded space will appeal to everyone, providing plenty of areas for imaginative play.”

The new design followed extensive community consultation with both adults and children.

Meanwhile, repairs are under way on Scarborough’s earthquake-damaged seawall steps. They will be returned to their former glory over the next two to three months.

Repair work also continues on the nearby Clock Tower, which is expected to be completed before Christmas.