Watford Council says work to improve park is 'nearly finished'

Watford Borough Council has released progress pictures of the upgrades being made at Garston Park, which has undergone a range of renovation works since February.

The new improvements include an upgraded children's play area, a small skate park and improving walkways for connectivity.

More trees will also be planted and a new wildflower meadow is being created.

A tweet posted by the council earlier today said improvements being made to the park are nearly finished, with the work scheduled to finish during the summer.

🤸 New planting and facilities are part of the improvements taking place at Garston Park: upgrading the children’s play area, more trees, wildflower meadow, new small skate park and improving walkways. It's nearly finished, check out these progress pics! https://t.co/25JDle19zI pic.twitter.com/DuM5E2HkJv

— Watford Council (@WatfordCouncil) June 30, 2020The renovation is part of the council's work to enhance parks, playgrounds and amenity spaces across the town.

Pictures show the progress the council has made so far, including the new trees that have been planted and new pathways in the park.

Speaking about the works being carried out at the park earlier this year, Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor said: "I am delighted that we have started work on our improvements to Garston Park, an important manifesto commitment of mine. This is part of our ongoing commitment to keep improving parks and green spaces in Watford for children and adults alike to enjoy.

"The investment in Garston Park will ensure there will be plenty of opportunities to get active, have fun and enjoy being outdoors. We work hard to make sure we have fantastic parks and green spaces and that work will continue.”