New Victoria Park playground open for play

With Spring just around the corner, local children are discovering the fun to be had at Reading’s newest transformed playground.

The relocated and upgraded Victoria Park, George Street play area opened ahead of schedule in December thanks to a £462,000 investment by Reading Council.

The exciting and accessible play area for children aged between 3 years and 12 years will be further complemented by an outdoor gym in time for summer 2025.

The design of the new playground was selected by local residents as part of a community consultation last year. It includes an exciting mix of equipment, including equipment accessible to all ages and mobility levels. It also has a new surface to enable access for children and carers using mobility aids.

The new equipment offers fun and challenge for children of all abilities and includes swings, toddler and junior multi play units, play panels, an accessible see-saw and a climbing tower with a tunnel slide.