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Upgrade of public facilities underway at Rowley Park

The team and contractors at Rowley Park, managed by Freedom Leisure, on behalf of Stafford Borough Council are hard at work at one of Stafford’s most cherished parks.

By contributor Craig Heard
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Work in progress on the Pavilion.
Work in progress on the Pavilion.

Rowley Park has committed to improving its public facilities with a significant £20,000 investment being allocated to upgrade the public toilets.  This features new sinks, flooring, and vanity units, as well as a fresh coat of paint. These improvements have been prioritised to enhance the overall visitor experience at Rowley Park.

In addition to the toilets refurbishment, The Rowley Park Bowls Pavilion is set for a revival after being damaged in 2023. This restoration project has been made possible by a collaboration between the dedicated team at Rowley Park and Burton Manor Bowls Club, led by Club Secretary Mr Alan Hancock, who has been instrumental in guiding the project. Thanks to generous donations from the bowls club, the renovations are scheduled to commence in November 2024. The Rowley Park team and local bowlers are eagerly anticipating the completion of this work, which will bring a refreshed look and feel to the Pavilion in time for the 2025 bowling season.

Ross Stephenson, Operations Manager for Rowley Park said: “Both projects highlight Rowley Park’s ongoing commitment to maintaining and upgrading its facilities, ensuring that it remains a welcoming and enjoyable space for all members of the community.”

Upgrade to the toilet facilities at Rowley Park
Upgrade to the toilet facilities at Rowley Park

Alan Hancock, Club Secretary for Burton Manor Bowls Club said: “Having experienced several years of playing bowls in Rowley Park, we as a bowls club are delighted to see the improvements already undertaken by Freedom Leisure, ie. upgrading toilets, and are really looking forward to the completion of the refurbishment of the bowls pavilion during the winter break. This is an exciting milestone for Burton Manor Bowls Club which further enhances our partnership with Freedom Leisure for the benefit of bowlers and the local community at large.”

The park is open 7am-9pm every day for public use.  

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