Howden Clough recreation ground
About the site
Howden Clough Recreation Ground located within the Birstall and Birkenshaw ward of Kirklees. It is a community park and recreation ground situated between Leeds Road and Howden Clough Estate. This site has been highlighted by local councillors as the next within the ward to be to be redeveloped within the Playable Spaces programme.
Howden Clough map
Howden Clough plan
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Project overview
Before creating a design we collected feedback from the local community and park users about what changes they would like to see at Howden Clough Recreation Ground, with a focus on improving access to play and the type of play available.
Based on the feedback received, we have developed the following design to meet the needs of the community:
Howden Clough Play Area Design
The proposed design aims to:
- Improve accessibility through introducing new safety surfacing
- Refurbish the existing swing set
- Introduce new play equipment: swings, climbing unit, see-saw, and a bench for seating
Get involved
Have your say
Complete our simple online form to tell us what you think of the proposed design.
The survey will close on Friday 14th June 2024.
Clock Completing this form takes around 5 minutes
Comment onlineAfter the survey has closed
We will collate all feedback and make any practicable changes within budget before implementing the scheme on site.