Plan for Play Concept Plans
Published 24 April 2026; last updated 14 September
Refurbishment & replacement projects 2026
Here we are sharing approved play space concept plans and anticipated timelines for Phase 1 major projects, as they become available. The images below show finalised designs for play spaces at:
- Churchill Gardens
- Green Road
- Alexandra Park
- Haskells Rec
- Baiter Skatepark (updated 10 Sept)
Once completed, a project’s concept plans are shown below current/scheduled projects – completed projects.
Noyce Gardens
Bournemouth BH8 OJZ
Noyce Gardens is an Urban Replacement Play Space project.
Works started on site 09 September.
Anticipated completion mid-October.
Budget £181,500.
Kings Park
Ashley Road, Bournemouth BH1 4NN
Kings Park (Ashley Road) is a Neighbourhood / Destination Replacement Play Space project.
Works started on site 01 September.
Anticipated completion mid-October
Budget £186,200.
Mallard Road
Bournemouth BH8 9PJ
Mallard Road is an Urban Refurbishment Play Space project.
Works started on site 10 September.
Anticipated completion mid-October.
Budget £104,000.
Hatchards Field
Rossmore Road, Poole BH12 2HQ
Hatchards Field is an Urban Refurbishment Play Space project.
Works started on site 14 September.
Anticipated completion 23 October.
Budget £103,500.
Muscliff Park
Shillingstone Drive, Bournemouth BH9 3LR
Muscliff Park is an Urban Refurbishment Play Space project.
Works scheduled – start on site 29 September.
Anticipated completion end October.
Budget £134,700.
Hamworthy Park
Lulworth Avenue, Poole BH15 4DH
Hamworthy Park is a Neighbourhood / Destination Replacement Play Space project.
Works scheduled – start on site 05 October.
Anticipated completion early December.
Budget £187,900.
Churchill Gardens
Bournemouth BH1 4ES
Churchill Gardens is a Neighbourhood Play Space project.
The completion of this project will be phased. Phase 1 works indicated on the plan by a red dashed line.
Phase 1 works schedule:
Anticipated start on site early October.
Anticipated completion mid November.
Budget £60,000.
Green Road
Old Town Poole BH15 1QN
Green Road is an Urban Refurbishment Play Space project.
Anticipated start date October/November 2026.
Budget £73,250.
Alexandra Park
Alexandra Road, Poole BH14 9EW
Alexandra Park is a Neighbourhood Play Space Refurbishment project.
Anticipated start date November 2026.
Budget £101,200.
Haskells Recreation Ground
Ringwood Road, Poole BH12 3LH
Haskells Rec play area is an Urban Refurbishment Play Space project.
Anticipated start date November 2026.
Budget £170,300.
Baiter Skatepark
Newfoundland Drive, Poole BH15 1XR
A destination skate and wheeled play facility.
Works subject to planning permission – online at Planning Application No. P/26/02919/FUL | BCP Register
Budget £400,000.
These are the updated & final (Sept 2026) 3D concept plans
Baiter Skatepark Redevelopment - FAQs
Why isn’t a skate bowl included?
Baiter Skatepark is located on a historic landfill site and in an area of risk of flooding. This limits how much excavation can take place. The design team has focused on creating the best possible riding experience, within the site’s constraints.
Why is there no pump track?
The funding for this project is specifically for improving the existing skatepark. While a pump track is not included in the current scheme, BCP Council has heard the feedback from residents and users and will look to develop this further as part of the next phase of Plan for Play improvements.
Why aren’t my comments included in the revised scheme?
All feedback has been carefully considered. However, not every suggestion can be included. The design must balance different views, the available budget, site constraints and safety requirements. Even if a suggestion has not been included, all comments help inform the project and future improvements.
Why isn’t the entire facility constructed from concrete?
By using a combination of surfaces, we can make the most of the available space and deliver a larger skate park with a wider range of features within the available budget. This approach provides more opportunities for different styles of riding, and offers space for users of different ages and abilities.
The scheme feels too busy – can you remove some of the features? – updated response 10 September
Thank you to everyone who took part in the 13 August consultation and shared their feedback on the skatepark proposals.
Following this engagement, the designs have been refined and re-submitted as part of the planning application process. Updates include a reduction in the number of features within the tarmac area, refinements to the concrete skate area, and changes to the colour scheme in response to comments from local riders.
Completed play space refurbishments
Bourne Valley
Turbary Close, Poole BH12 4HD
Bourne Valley is a Natural Play Space Replacement project.
Works started on site 20 July; the play space was completed & reopened 19 August.
Budget £139,800.
Treasure Island
Cliff Drive, Poole BH13 7JF
Treasure Island (aka Pirate Park) is a Themed Replacement Play Space project.
Completed & reopened 20 June 2026.
Budget £130,951 joint funded through Neighbourhood CIL and Canford Cliffs Land Society.
Project details
Updated Budget Phase 1, £4.6 million
Funding Various sources – Community Infrastructure Levy, developer contributions, third-party funding and ring-fenced reserves
Project Leader Rebecca Whelan-Edmonds, Programme Manager, BCP Council
T. 01202 123432
E. greenspaces@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
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