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South Norwood Lake Playground joined: idverde Community Investment Fund 11 months ago
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By Lakes Playground Action Group
We want to update, regenerate and vastly improve the much-loved but tired children's playground at South Norwood Lake and Grounds
We are a group of local parents called who came together in 2013 to form the Lakes Playground Action Group. Our aim is to proactively raise funds to regenerate the much loved children’s playground at South Norwood Lake.
Serving the local Crystal Palace and South Norwood communities, the Lake and Grounds is a beautiful park which features the only expanse of open water in Croydon, holds the prestigious Blue Flag status and houses recreational activities including sailing, tennis and bowls. The children’s playground is well-used and enjoyed but sadly hasn’t been invested in for years, with some equipment now out of service and the rest looking tired and in need of updating.
Our ambition is to create a fresh, inviting and imaginative space for children to enjoy for many years to come. We have consulted with the local community in order to create a design for a new playground which is inclusive, innovative and captures the imagination of children of all ages.
What we'll deliver:
Why it's a great idea:
From consulting with the local community it is clearly apparent that there is a need and desire to improve this space. Currently the playground does not live up to the standards of its beautiful natural surroundings nor does it offer the children who use it much variety of play.
We have been very well supported by local parents, Croydon Council and local MP Steve Reed who has publically endorsed our group saying: “South Norwood Lake and Grounds is a much loved local park, and I support the initiative to create innovative play spaces for all of the local community to enjoy.”
This is the only playground within a mile radious and upgrading it will offer future generations of children a fantastic space for them to exercise, socialise and use their imagination.
Steps to get it done:
We have been actively fundraising and applying for grants and have secured a Lloyds Bank Community grant of £2,000. The money we wish to raise with Spacehive will enable us to purchase and install some of the new equipment. It also demonstrates our committment to the project which boosts our chances with other grant applications.
We are working with a playground consultant who has experience in applying for community funding grants and is supporting us in this process. They have also been liaising with a recommended playground designer on our behalf to design of the new site whilst using the consultation results to recommend the best pieces of equipment.
Our plan is to complete the grant application process is early 2016 with a view to install new equipment from spring 2016 onwards.
The proposed deisgn of the new playgorund can be viewed on our gallery pages.
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Amazing news, South Norwood Lake Playground has hit its fundraising target on Spacehive! Thank you to each and every one of our 148 backers who have so generously donated to our cause. It goes without saying that we couldn’t have done this without you and we have been truly taken aback by the support the local community has shown us. As we have now reached our target, the money you have pledged will now be taken from your bank account. We will continue to post updates on our progress on Spacehive but please also keep an eye on the Lakes Playground Action Group Facebook page or follow us on Twitter @lakesplay for news about the regeneration of the playground. Once again thank you! The LPAG team.
Brilliant news, thanks everyone!
Whoop, 140 people have pledged since fundraising began!
Whoop, 100 people have pledged since fundraising began!
Thank you so much for backing LPAG's campaign to regenerate the playground at South Norwood Lakes. Your pledge has already made all of the difference, but we cannot claim your pledge if we do not hit our full target of £10,000. The good news is that we have an extension to run our campaign until 11th March so we're hoping we can ask you for just a little more help ! There are various ways to get involved: Join us on Sun 28th FEB - if you haven't already - SIGN UP for our sponsored scoot and cycle around the lake. We will have other fun activities on the day (11am-2pm at the Lakes) https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sponsored-scootcycle-tickets-21425182297 Sponsored Scoot/Cycle www.eventbrite.co.uk Lakes Playground Action Group are hosting a Sponsored Scoot/Cycle to raise funds in support of their Spacehive Crowd Funding Campaign to reinvorgorate South Lakes Playground. Removing the broken and old play structures and replacing them with play equipment which will spark the imagination and creativity of ALL children, alongside presenting children with opportunities to be physically challenged and to enhance their social and emotional skills. Enjoy a night out on Wed 24th Feb and experience an evening of beautiful classical MUSIC whilst enjoying a drink at the South Norwood Conservative Club, 10 South Norwood Hill, SE25 6AB. Suggested donation of £5. Have fun with your freinds and host a Coffee Morning/Big Breakfast for us (£5 per person and the host supplies tea/coffee cakes or cooks some breakfast). We already have 10 people hosting breakfasts, could you host one for us too!? Make someone's night by offering to babysit for them in exchange for a suggested donation of £25 to our campaign. Just advertiose your services on facebook - first come first sat for! Share this with your friends. Whatever you can do is wonderful, even just sharing these fundraising dates and efforts with your friends is a great support. THANK YOU The LPAG team
How will the money be spent?Total £9,746
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Total £9,746
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VolunteerWe are a group of local parents called who came together in 2013 to form the Lakes Playground Action Group. Our aim is to proactively raise funds to regenerate the much loved children’s playground at South Norwood Lake.
Serving the local Crystal Palace and South Norwood communities, the Lake and Grounds is a beautiful park which features the only expanse of open water in Croydon, holds the prestigious Blue Flag status and houses recreational activities including sailing, tennis and bowls. The children’s playground is well-used and enjoyed but sadly hasn’t been invested in for years, with some equipment now out of service and the rest looking tired and in need of updating or replacing.
Our ambition is to create a fresh, imaginative and inviting space for children to enjoy for many years to come. We have consulted with the local community in order to create a design for a new playground which is inclusive, innovative and captures the imagination of children of all ages.
Project Owner: Lakes Playground Action Group The Project Owner takes legal responsibility for receiving and spending the funds raised and ensuring the project is delivered.
Contractor: Vanessa Potter The team responsible for building or installing the project.
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