Playgrounds

Playgrounds

There are five  playgrounds in Barrow, all containing different equipment. The playgrounds are to be found on Mill Lane, Willow Road, King George V sports field off Beaumont Road, and Poppyfields: access from Breachfield Road or Darby Road.

Mill Lane playground

The playground on the Mill Lane recreation ground was refurbished in late 2021 by the Parish Council. New equipment was installed, and the area enclosed by new railings. The playground opened in January 2022. The centrepiece is a climbing platform and slide in the shape of a narrow boat named the Barrow Kipper.

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Kings George V playground

King George V playground consists of an enclosed play area which contains a Venus roundabout, Hippo Springer, Ark Springer, seesaw, two seat cradle swing, Nexus freeride (this looks like a skateboard suspended by chains) and a Bravo unit. In the unfenced area of King George V there is a youth shelter, high seating, and a basketball court.

In 2018, the playground received a make-over. Click here for a slide show.

Willow Road Playground (1)

On the main recreation ground in Willow Road, there is an enclosed area containing a 4-seat Swing, Climbing Frame, Slide, Roundabout and a Junior Section with 2-seat Swing, Roundabout, Dual-Arm Swinger and Playhouse.

Willow Road Playground (2)

In the unfenced area there is a Hard-core Games Court, Zip-wire, Climbing Pole and Cradle Swing.

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Willow Road Playground (3)

This is a small, junior playground located centrally along Willow Road and there is a Roundabout, Rabbit Springer, 2-seat House Springer, Climbing Activity Centre with slide and a 2-seat Swing.

Poppyfields Playground

This small playground is located near to the brook, just off the jitty between Breachfield Road and Poppyfields. The playground opened in January 2022.

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