Attendees can look forward to a fun-filled event with free activities for all ages

The new skate park at Meridian One (credit Enfield Council)

A launch event is being held for Meridian Water’s new skate park and children’s playground – when its name will also be unveiled.

From 11am-3pm on Thursday, 17th April, attendees can look forward to a fun-filled event with free activities for all ages, including a professional skate workshop, plant potting, and live DJ music.

A highlight will be the unveiling of the playground’s official name, chosen from suggestions submitted by local residents.

The play space is situated within Meridian One, the first of the housing sites being developed at the wider Meridian Water regeneration zone by Enfield Council.

Council leader Ergin Erbil said: “Meridian Water is about benefiting Edmonton, and the new play and skate park is a great addition to the area.

“The council is committed to delivering new community spaces and it has been a privilege to see Meridian Water move from 20 new homes in 2023 to a neighbourhood of hundreds of homes. It is great to see residents now have a space for everyone in the community to get to know each other.”

At the event, families can explore the new inclusive playground and skate park, which offers a variety of equipment designed to get everyone playing, such as the wheeled sports area, swings, slides and a suspension bridge. It has also been specially designed for wheelchair access throughout.

Seating has been placed in the middle of the park to offer vantage points of all the equipment and is “perfect for parents and carers to relax while children play”.

Visitors are encouraged to bring their own skateboards, scooters, or roller skates to try out the new skate facilities.

In addition to the activities at the launch event, a local food vendor will have hot meals for sale, and an ice cream truck will be on-site offering sweet treats. This free event is open to everyone with no tickets required.

For more information about the event:
Visit meridianwater.co.uk/come-and-celebrate-your-new-park-at-meridian-water

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