Visualisation of Downshire Field Meadow Play Space
Outdoor Activities and Playspace
Opportunities for outdoor activity, exercise and play will be offered by natural play spaces at the top of Downshire Field. A refurbished Alton Activity Centre will cater for young people of all ages.
Downshire Field
- The central parkland landscape of Downshire Field will continue to serve as a quiet and attractive open space, improved by the relocation of the bus turnaround to a more discrete location.
- Alongside the retained mature trees, parkland features will include wildflower meadows, picnic tables, encourage biodiversity and amenity features including a 1km running, walking and cycle loop.
- Situated at the top of Downshire Field, Downshire Meadows play space will be transformed into a play area with natural materials that respond to its parkland setting.
- The play space will provide exploration, discovery and imaginative play for children from 0-11 years.
Alton Activity Centre
- The renewed Alton Activity Centre aims to attract young people from the estate and across the Roehampton area.
- Soft landscaping will be used to frame play zones with different textures, colours and heights.
- A half MUGA court (mixed-use games area) will cater for informal and programmed sports activities and a stage for performance.
- A grow garden adjacent will promote health and wellbeing and educate young people in food production.