Shelter in Recreation Ground

Hurst Parish Council is putting a community shelter on the School Road recreation ground which will be used by parents who take their children to the play area, and young people.

“We have asked for quotes to build the shelter and hope that it will be available for people to use this winter,” explained Jan Martin, chairman of Hurst Parish Council.

“The Parish Council has been committed to creating a space for younger people to use in this part of the village for some time. We don’t need planning permission for the shelter, and we have taken advice from the police and youth service on where it should be located.”

The Mobile Youth Facility was popular during the term-time at the Village Hall, Martineau Green and the School Road recreation ground. Although the numbers dropped off during the summer holidays, it is likely to be well-used this autumn when the skateboard ramps are out.