IT is hoped that a new £110,000 water play feature planned for the city will be open by May 26.
The so-called 'splash pad' is currently being installed in St Thomas Pleasure Ground, off Cowick Street and, according to Rob Hannaford, local councillor for St Thomas, work is progressing well.
The splash pad is replacing the old paddling pool which was some 70 years old.
Instead of being surrounded by concrete, as the old pool was, 50 tonnes of topsoil and 500 rolls of turf have provided a new surface.
Another £40,000 has been allocated to new play equipment.
Local councillor Rob Hannaford, who lobbied for the investment, said: " The former paddling pool was more than 70 years old and failing, so it was vital that we secured funding to keep and enhance a wet play area for future generations to use and enjoy –especially as it's really important that families have fun things to do which don't cost them money during these difficult economic times."
Cllr Hannaford added: "The splash pad is shortly to be surfaced and the new fencing will be installed.
"We are currently well on target to open in good time for the Bank Holiday on May 26."
