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We believe children should be able to play side by side irrespective of their perceived ability, we want to install in Congleton Park a wheelchair accessible inclusive roundabout with a seat & scooter
Congleton Park is the main park for children in the area and is loved by many children but there is currently no wheelchair accessible play equipment, we want to put this right! This inclusive wheelchair roundabout can accommodate a wheelchair and carers. Two users can sit and more can stand if they choose to do so. The wide central space facilitates a range of wheelchairs. Bump stops on both sides give a position to apply the wheelchair roundabout brakes. The ‘roll on roll off’ design enables users to exit in a forward position. Children can stand on the scooter using their outer foot they can propel the roundabout with ease. A lime green edge acts as a visual indicator for partially sighted users. A curved seat with a powder-coated frame and backrests enables 2 users to sit. Due to the bearing mechanism used this roundabout is free running for over two minutes. This gives users the chance to enjoy the experience rather than push all the time. More speed, more fun!
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Why it's a great idea:
Every playground should have play equipment for all children, play is beneficial for children of all ages and if a child has a disability, outdoor play can be so important. If a child has a disability their options can be limited, inclusive play equipment increases confidence, helps to improve social skills, can improve physical and mental health. It's important for families with disabled and able-bodied children to be able to play together, this piece of equipment provides fun for all children and carers/parents - fun for the whole family! It also helps children to make positive relationships and learn not to bully or discriminate. Children learn through play, providing an inclusive supportive environment should be the top aim for any play facility.
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Massive thank you to the Friends of Congleton Park for backing our project with £250. They have made the donation via cheque which will be shortly posted to our fund total showing as Congleton Partnership. The friends talk to people who visit the park on a daily basis and know that this piece of equipment is badly needed! Thanks again for your support!
Whoop, 20 people have pledged since fundraising began!
Whoop, 10 people have pledged since fundraising began!
How will the money be spent?Total £19,214
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Offer somethingThe Congleton Partnership is a non-political community-based organisation drawing on the skills and expertise of residents and businesses, bringing together the voluntary sector and statutory bodies.
Congleton Partnership’s vision is to make Congleton a vibrant, happy, healthy, sustainable town where people want to live, visit, work, rest and play.
The Partnership is governed by an Executive Committee, the majority of which are residents but also includes representatives of statutory bodies and an administrator. The Partnership is an umbrella organisation comprising of a broad range of groups including Sustainability, Youth Forum, Projects & Finance, Congleton Creative, Senior Forum and Dementia Friends.
Since its inception in August 2008 The Partnership has had an outstanding record of project delivery (Town Signage, Cycleways & Footpaths, Youth & Schools Projects, Art Skills Workshops, Sustainable Living In Congleton course ‘SLIC’) with some of its projects (Congleton Apple Juice, Beartown Branding and Bearmania in 2011) winning national and regional awards.
We believe TEAM stands for Together Everyone Achieves More.
Currently, within Cheshire East, there is only 1 play area where you can take a wheelchair and use a piece of play equipment however you need a key to use this specific piece of play equipment.
We would like to see an all-inclusive piece of equipment within Congleton Park where both wheelchair users can jointly share with their friends and family.
Project Owner: Congleton Partnership The Project Owner takes legal responsibility for receiving and spending the funds raised and ensuring the project is delivered.
Contractor: Ansa Environmental Services The team responsible for building or installing the project.
