Council confirm improvements to Jarrow play park

South Tyneside Council has confirmed improvements to a Jarrow play area.

South Tyneside Council has confirmed their team has made improvements to a play park in Jarrow.

The work looked to improve access so more young people could enjoy aspects of the playground at Drewetts Park.

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This includes steps up to one of the park’s slides.

The park sits alongside Jarrow Hall: Anglo-Saxon Farm, Village, and Bede Museum.

A statement from South Tyneside Council said: “We’ve recently completed refurbishment works to the steps leading into the play area at Drewetts Park.

“The improvements make access safer and easier for families using the park, helping more people enjoy the play area with confidence.Thanks to everyone for your patience while the work was carried out.”

Anyone with any issues in local parks can contact the Council through the ‘Report an issue with a play area or skate park’ page on the local authority website.

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