Many will have noticed the work has commenced on the Shiver Me Timbers site on the harbourside adjacent to the Aquarium. Maryport Town Council will be continuing to look after the playground once all the new equipment is in place & after the Cumberland Councils Regeneration Project is complete.
The chosen design for Maryport’s adventure playpark will be Pirate-themed & was chosen by more than 1,500 people voted for in a public consultation.
The public had the chance to vote on two themes – pirates or ocean wildlife – with 70% choosing the winning design. The consultation was carried out online, with voting forms also placed in key venues in Maryport; the town’s schools were visited too, with more than 130 children placing their votes.
The specialist company carrying out the work are Kompan. The site will also incorporate a splash park, something which was ranked highly in the last consultation in Maryport, along with slides, swings, a zipwire and more. The facilities will be designed to appeal to youngsters of all ages, including those who need accessible play equipment, and there will be seating for their parents and carers.
Maryport Town Council will work in partnership with Mark Vollers & the Aquarium to ensure that a smooth running of the park will continue as it has for over 15 years.
We look forward to an opening event once the works are complete.