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Putting the stream back into Bournstream
Almost on the very Anniversary of Barbara Saxton's death, we reconnected the
spring water from her wildlife pond, raised a glass & spent a warm summers
evening watching countless kids splash, climb, stamp & explore all the watery
wonders of our rejuvenated water play area.
Its been a work in progress for some time - & was one of the first features when the play site was built over 20 years ago. Our idea was to create a fun, sensory & soothing zone ( as another fitting memorial to Barbara's cherished legacy ) to bring it back to life (frogs & all!) & to be able to hear & feel the cool waters flow through.
Amongst the first to 'christen' it, a girl in her wheelchair using the 'ford' & stretching her hand into the plunge-pool and another young child who ran in, fully-clothed, whooping & splashing while his father sat on the shadey bench & laughed out loud!
I feel sure Barbara would have approved.
For some it has quickly become a calming space, to sit & hear the water tumbling through, & for others a place to take off socks & enjoy a paddle. And not just the kids!
Do feel free to bring any toys or boats that can go in the water.
Please remember it can get slippery during the season - so you may prefer to bring wellies for some extra grip? And NO its not safe to drink!
Disabled access extras
Our main pathway has been extended - so do remember to bring any vehicles & also helmets for extra safety, as its fast down the bends!
We have also added an easier access path across the car park for wheelchairs & buggies.
Our changing facilities, in the toilet house, are limited (by H&S) but we continue to work on this.
Do please remember there is NO safe drinking water on site.
Latest Newsletter
Have you seen our Spring 2010 NEWSLETTER?
Sheep search
Look out for our very own 'Wotton' sheep around the play site - though they may roam?
Also we've got a new tyre-swing - can you tell what it is?
Important reminders for your Attention!
- The Bournstream play and picnic site has Combination Padlocks (on the two entrance gates for access) and the number to use for them both is: 2010.
(Each year it will change to the four digit number of the New Year)
Please always remember to lock all gates behind you. (If you have any problems getting in or notice damage/repairs needed, there are telephone numbers on the toilet house door to use ASAP please. - Bournstream play site re-opens again from 27th March, 2010 - until the end of November.
- You will still need your key for the toilet house.
We hope you continue to come and enjoy the space, peace and play potential of Bournstream - but if you no longer use it would you kindly ring us to be taken off the mailing list, thanks. Do please let others know if they might want to join.
