Fraserburgh Beach Playpark Reopens After Community-Led Masterplan
A new inclusive play space at Fraserburgh beach has been unveiled, marking a significant step in the local masterplan's development.
By Kirsty Lennox
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Generic image of a new, inclusive children's playpark located on a sandy beach with the sea in the background.
A vibrant new playpark at Fraserburgh beach has officially opened, following extensive community consultation and a significant refurbishment project led by Aberdeenshire Council.
The revitalised play space is designed to offer inclusive, engaging, and accessible play opportunities, celebrating the coastal heritage of Fraserburgh. This project is one of the first major deliverables from the Fraserburgh Beach Vision and Masterplan, which outlines a long-term strategy for the beachfront area.
The masterplan was developed through a comprehensive community engagement process involving residents, local groups, schools, and businesses. This participatory approach garnered national recognition and highlighted key priorities, including the enhancement of family facilities and the creation of modern, inclusive play areas.
Aberdeenshire Council secured £200,000 for the refurbishment of the existing playpark. Residents were invited to vote on design proposals earlier this year, with over 250 votes cast, ensuring the final layout reflected the community's preferences.
The result is a contemporary play environment catering to children of all ages and abilities, aiming to strengthen Fraserburgh beach's appeal. Aberdeenshire Council's Landscape Services team also contributed by levelling and turfing areas, installing safety surfacing, and reinstating the aerial runway equipment.
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"I am truly delighted to see this exciting new playpark open for everyone to enjoy. I would like to thank the community for all their input and enthusiasm and we look forward to more collaboration as we develop the masterplan further. This project is a tremendous example of how listening to local people and involving them in decision-making can deliver real improvements which really do make a lasting difference. The Fraserburgh Beach Vision and Masterplan was built around the views and ambitions of the community and the new playpark is one of the first visible results of that work. We hope families and visitors will enjoy this wonderful facility for many years to come."
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"The completed playpark demonstrates how community-led planning can successfully transform local aspirations into tangible improvements which enhance quality of life, support families and strengthen Fraserburgh's appeal as a destination for residents and visitors alike. The new playpark is a fantastic community asset and demonstrates what can be achieved when partners work together to deliver local priorities and create vibrant, welcoming public spaces."
