A section of Darley playground has recently undergone a facelift and the results were unveiled last Friday.
The new playground, which is run by the Darley Playing Fields Association, combines 12 different play features for young ones to enjoy.
With a mini climbing wall, a rope wall and balancing beams, it was designed to improve balance, coordination and strength of mind.
Garry Raisbeck, a trustee of Darley Playing Fields Association, told the Stray Ferret the design and delivery of the playground were led by the preferences of children in the village.
He added:
“We hope that the new equipment helps families to get outdoors and enjoy the playing fields other facilities that include a football pitch, basketball court, boules court and village shop and café.
“It is also a great place to start a river walk along the River Nidd on the Nidderdale way.
“Darley Playing Fields Association is planning to build on this success with further improvements in future.”
The equipment is made from a natural, rot-resistant hardwood sustainably sourced from Europe.
Mr Rasibeck noted it was chosen “to blend in with the beauty of the local area.”
Darley Playing Fields Association is a charity that strives to keep the people of Darley healthy, while maintaining the playing areas of the village.
The project received a total of £15,500 in grant funding from RWE Renewables, the Harrogate Local Fund and the National Lottery Community Fund.
The association then raised some extra funds itself.
The funding process took almost 18 months to complete.
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