Isle of Play has been awarded a significant grant of £25,000 from the Manx Lottery Trust to construct a new facility at Lester’s Yard Adventure Playground in Douglas. With this funding, the Center will create highly inviting and interactive spaces that will make it possible to deliver services of greater value to children and the community at …
The grant will allow them to establish a makerspace facility dedicated to the development of a safe, creative environment. Here, kids will have the chance to throw themselves into fun hands-on activities. Isle of Play plans to utilize this funding to ensure that the new facility meets the needs of its users effectively.
Chris Gregory, a representative from Isle of Play, shared their excitement about the grant’s potential impact. He stated that the organization is “excited about the impact it will have on both the children who use our services and the broader community.” This collective effort provides increased access to play for all communities. Beyond that, it seeks to deepen the social fabric by creating community connections through shared experiences.
Stephen Turner, who has consulted on the project. In addition, he continued, the new facility provides something different that local families can’t easily find elsewhere. This expansion is a clear reflection of our commitment to expand recreational opportunities in Douglas. In particular, it turns its lens on Lester’s Yard Adventure Playground, a vital focal point for children’s play in the neighborhood.
The construction of this new facility is expected to start in a matter of months, pending the final planning approvals. Isle of Play sincerely involves the community members every step of the way. This helps guarantee that the new facility will align with the community’s expectations and needs.
