It appears that requests for funding from the AAP for adult gyms is to be considered for approval at the next AAP board meeting. The outdoor equipment is great for keeping fit, helping teenagers, parents and grandparents to join in with outdoor fitness activities.

We asked for £5000 for Framwellgate Moor and a further £5000 for Bearpark as part of the current work we are doing with Framwellgate Moor Parish Council and the County Council to improve facilities in these villages and this is being applied for by the relevant groups.

Once these facilities have been finalised, the next step is to start work with the parish councils and residents to upgrade play facilities in Witton Gilbert and Brasside where new equipment is badly needed.

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