Brooke Park walkway to close

The walkway through Brooke Park in Derry will close to the public for approximately one week from 24 August to allow for contractors to carry out drainage works at the Infirmary Road end of the park. Apologising for any inconvenience caused, a spokesperson for Derry City and Strabane District Council which is overseeing the works, said the drainage works were an important part of the £5.6m regeneration plan that will transform the historic public park. The spokesperson added work on the project was “progressing well” with the completed project expected to be ready by next summer. . The regeneration project involves the restoration of the Gatelodge, a new pavilion and play garden, the re-instatement of the ornamental oval pond, creation of a new Horticulture Training Centre and growing area and a new Contact Sports Centre. It also includes provision for a new MUGA, improvements to the Bowling Club facilities, car parking, access, enhanced wildlife habitat and the placement of new furniture including public seating. Anyone with any queries about the temporary closure or the Brooke Park regeneration project should contact the Council on 028 71 253253.