Work begins on Sir Hickman Bacon Memorial Park

28/07/2023

Building work is underway to create a new and improved playground for children in Gainsborough.

The Sir Hickman Bacon Memorial Park project is a step closer now that the ground has been broken and a safe working environment has been created for the contractors to deliver the new and enhanced play equipment for both teens and toddlers at the site in Gainsborough on the Levellings.

The project, which is being funded by a £100,000 grant from FCC Communities Foundation as well as £8,000 from West Lindsey District Council, will provide a toddler play area as well as a space for older children, once it is open later in the year.

Cllr Richard Craig of Gainsborough Town Council is excited that the project is starting to take shape.

He says: “It’s great to see our vision for this vital community facility moving closer to reality. We are extremely grateful for the funding FCC Communities Foundation has given us and we’re looking forward to opening to the public.

Grant White, Communities Manager at West Lindsey District Council says “We are pleased to support the new play park at Levellings. We hope the new park will encourage people of all ages to get out, have fun and exercise. We look forward to seeing the project completed for the enjoyment of residents of Gainsborough.”

The Hickman Bacon Memorial Park (Levellings) is an existing park for which Gainsborough Town Council have sole responsibility. The years though have taken their toll on this once-thriving park. It is essential now that this park is brought back to life, as it is surrounded by residential properties, and is in a central part of our town, within easy reach of Southwest Ward, Trent, and North Ward residents. There are not only residents but two schools in the vicinity of the park, and the local Scouts groups.

Pictured below are the Mayor of Gainsborough Cllr Tim Davies and on his left the Leader of the Council Cllr Richard Craig, with photos showing work underway.