Play Area Investment and Refurbishment Programme
We are investing over £3.5 million to improve playgrounds across Mole Valley, creating modern and inclusive play spaces for our communities to enjoy.
The programme will be delivered in phases across the following playgrounds:
- Ashtead Recreation Ground, Ashtead
- Meadowbank, Dorking
- Lower Road, Bookham
- Forty Foot Recreation Ground, Leatherhead
- Kingston Road Recreation Ground, Leatherhead
Each site will be upgraded with new equipment and layouts designed to improve inclusivity and play value.
This Is Your Chance to Shape the Designs
These play areas will serve local families for years to come. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, carer, young person or regular park user, we want to hear from you.
Tell us what would make these spaces fun, welcoming and exciting for future generations.
Have Your Say
We’re asking for your views until 30 September 2026.
Please choose the survey that relates to the play areas you’re interested in:
Meadowbank, Dorking | Ashtead Recreation Ground | Lower Road Recreation Ground, Bookham | New Destination Play Area, Guildford Road, Leatherhead
Kingston Road Recreation Ground and Forty Foot Recreation Ground, Leatherhead
Printed copies of the surveys are available from Pippbrook Reception and libraries in Dorking, Leatherhead, Ashtead and Bookham.
Meet the Team at Meadowbank
Want to find out more or discuss the proposals in person?
Come along to one of our drop-in engagement events at Meadowbank Park, where you’ll be able to view the proposals, ask questions and share your ideas directly with the project team.
Sunday 19 July, 11am–4pm as part of the Family Fun Day
Tuesday 21 July, 3pm–6pm at Meadowbank Park
Further engagement events will take place in Ashtead, Bookham and Leatherhead later this summer. Dates and locations will be announced through MVDC’s communications channels and on this webpage as they are confirmed.
New destination play area
- A new destination play area in Guildford Road, Leatherhead will provide a larger, high quality play space designed to attract not only the local community, but also families from across the district and beyond, subject to to planning approval.
More detailed information about what is planned at each site will be shared as designs are developed and we’ll ensure that our key stakeholders and communities are engaged and have an opportunity to get involved.
Working with Proludic
Following a competitive procurement process, we’ve appointed Proludic to design and deliver the new and refurbished play spaces and we’re very excited about this partnership.Proludic will work closely with us to:
- Design engaging and inclusive play areas
- Use sustainable materials and long lasting equipment
- Consult with local communities as designs are developed
- Install the new play areas safely and efficiently
Community engagement will be an important part of the programme, particularly listening to children, young people, parents and carers so the new play spaces reflect local needs.
How the programme is funded
The programme is funded through the Strategic Community Infrastructure Levy (SCIL). SCIL is funding collected from new developments and used to invest in vital infrastructure so that local facilities keep pace with growth. This investment supports our Local Plan and long‑term approach to building strong, happy and healthy communities.
Timescales and delivery
Work on the programme began in May 2026 and will be delivered in stages across different locations. The overall programme is expected to be completed in Spring 2028. Each site will have its own timetable. Residents will be informed in advance of construction works, including any temporary disruption while improvements are carried out.
Keeping communities informed
We are committed to keeping residents and stakeholders informed throughout the programme. This page will be updated with:
- Design and consultation information
- Works schedules for each site
- Progress updates as playgrounds are delivered
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