Proposed Improvements to Central Park, Barry 

The Council is proposing to use s106 funding from nearby developments to upgrade facilities at Central Park in Barry

Background

Central Park is a large park located behind Barry Library and Wyndham Street Car Park in Barry town centre. It currently has a play area, basketball court and youth shelter as well as benches.  

The Council has received £144,000 from nearby developments to upgrade public open spaces and has identified Central Park as an area in need of improvement.

Proposals 

The Council is proposing to:

• upgrade and expand the existing play area;

• upgrade the multi-use games area;

• install an interactive 'Sona' play unit;

• replace the gates on the play area;

• install new bins, seating and a water refill station;

• remove the youth shelter to expand the play area; and

• improve facilities for hosting events in the park. 

Have your say

We would like to capture the views of local residents on these proposals. You can tell us what you think either by:

• attending a drop-in session on Monday 2 March, between 4:00pm - 6:30pm at Barry Library; or
• viewing the draft proposals and completing our feedback form.

Please respond by 20 March. 

• consultation@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk