Benefits of outdoor play activities to be felt in Northamptonshire
12/03/2010 Children in Northamptonshire will soon be provided with new facilities for outdoor play activities.
The Evening Telegraph reports that funding from the Playbuilder programme means five areas are set to receive new or upgraded outdoor play facilities. Over the next three years the project is expected to benefit 22 facilities.
Stay n Play in Little Harrowden, It's our Space in Collyweston, Ruston Road in Desborough, The New Dick Venes play area in Broughton and Gretton Adventure play area are all set to benefit from the first allocation of cash.
Michelle Britt, from the parents, teachers and friends association of Gretton Primary School, told the newspaper: "It will be a huge benefit to the children".
She added that as the village grows more kids will be able to enjoy the benefits of outdoor play activities.
Parents looking to improve the lives of their children by making them healthier and happier could also considering investing in a mini trampoline.
Writing for the Daily Mail, Dr Miriam Stoppard said the equipment was a great way to get children moving.
The Evening Telegraph reports that funding from the Playbuilder programme means five areas are set to receive new or upgraded outdoor play facilities. Over the next three years the project is expected to benefit 22 facilities.
Stay n Play in Little Harrowden, It's our Space in Collyweston, Ruston Road in Desborough, The New Dick Venes play area in Broughton and Gretton Adventure play area are all set to benefit from the first allocation of cash.
Michelle Britt, from the parents, teachers and friends association of Gretton Primary School, told the newspaper: "It will be a huge benefit to the children".
She added that as the village grows more kids will be able to enjoy the benefits of outdoor play activities.
Parents looking to improve the lives of their children by making them healthier and happier could also considering investing in a mini trampoline.
Writing for the Daily Mail, Dr Miriam Stoppard said the equipment was a great way to get children moving.
