Regeneration
Planning permission granted for transformation of Bloxwich’s King George V Playing Field
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Planning permission has been granted for the transformation of King George V Playing Field, which will see new facilities and enhancements to the park delivered over the next two years
The application proposes demolition of the existing Pavilion building, making way for a new Pavilion and opportunities for a café, events facilities and improved changing facilities and toilets. The park itself will benefit from a new artificial sports pitch and multi-use games areas, improved parking and general enhancements to the landscaping of the park.
“ These improvements have been in the pipeline for some time and it’s exciting to reach the next major milestone. King George V playing fields is a well-attended park that really deserves some love, and these plans will revitalise the facilities and make it a destination of choice for local people. Better facilities for sports and leisure will bring more people to the park and provide a real boost for local people’s mental and physical health. “
“ This is a fantastic step forward in the plans to transform King George V and I’m excited for work to get started. The plans have been designed based on community feedback, the café and toilet facilities will be a huge improvement for local people and community groups and more sports pitches will create new opportunities for residents to get into sport and improve their health and wellbeing. This is great news for Bloxwich. “
The redevelopment of King George V playing fields is part of the £25m government -funded Bloxwich Town Deal, which has also seen both Bloxwich and Leamore parks transformed with new play facilities. The new Pavilion provides an opportunity for income generation which is expected in the future to contribute towards the maintenance of the park.
Several improved sports areas will be created including a new artificial football pitch and a multi-use games area containing netball and tennis courts. The Pavilion will also house new changing facilities with showers and toilets as well as a community events area. An extension to the carpark will help alleviate parking problems in nearby Bealeys Lane and will increase parking to around 140 cars.
Walsall Council is delivering this Government-funded scheme in partnership with Atkins Realis and Robothams Architects.
