Enjoy the Outdoors in Middlesbrough
There’s lots of ways we can all introduce some fun, outdoor activities in our lives. From improved cycle routes and pathways to cycling training and activities. You’ll also start to notice new and improved play areas including the development of five Olympic-inspired play areas, seven natural play areas including Fairy Dell, developments at Newham Grange Leisure Farm and a fascinating historic trail at Linthorpe Cemetery.
Healthy Play Areas
We’re creating new, safe play areas to encourage youngsters to get outdoors to play and have fun. Show activity.
Recreation Work with Young People
Teenagers from across Middlesbrough will be inspired to put the consoles away and enjoy being more active with a range of physical outdoor activities from assault courses to kite-building. Show activity.
Natural Play
Active kids are happy kids and as part of the Healthy Town Programme we are developing loads of things the family can do together to get their 60 active minutes a day. Show activity.
Natural Play Areas
Creating adventurous and natural play areas is not only good for the environment, but great for getting children more active. Groundworks will be building several natural play areas across Middlesbrough. Show activity.
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