Splash pad to get £15k upgrade before reopening

The splash pad at Morgan Jones Park will get a £15,000 upgrade before it reopens to the public.

The splash pad was closed at the start of the coronavirus pandemic and will be resurfaced before it reopens.

However, councillors Jamie Pritchard and Shayne Cook, who represent the Morgan Jones ward, are pressing Caerphilly County Borough Council for more funding.

Cllr Pritchard said: “We know how popular the splash pad at Morgan Jones Park is.

“We have put a case forward for increased funding and ideas on how the splash pad can be improved prior to reopening.

“We think users of the facility would welcome something more back after missing out due to Covid. It’s important that we help to build a case as we know how important this facility is.”

Cllr Cook said: “We have worked hard to improve facilities at the park. The new skate park is very popular and the outdoor gym is well-used.

“The splash pad is probably the most popular facility though, so this is why we have put forward ideas following feedback from residents. We would welcome more resident feedback.”

A council spokesperson said: “The Splash pad at Morgan Jones park will benefit from a £15,000 investment to replace the existing surface.

“These works are funded from the Parks Service Revenue budget.

“The Splash pad is fully equipped with a range of play equipment and the park has recently benefited from a brand new skate park.

“The works to remove the old surface are underway and the replacement works will take place over the coming weeks.”