WORK has begun at Stanhope Park to replace play equipment and boost the amenities at the well-used facility.

The Holsworthy Town Council operated facility has equipment which is reaching the end of its usable life and the confirmation of the new equipment comes after an assessment of the play area by councillors and parks staff.

Work has commenced to replace the former bird nest post, which has been removed by contractors with its replacement, a the galleon ship to begin installation at the end of March.

At the February 2025 meeting of the Parks Committee at Holsworthy Town Council, councillors resolved to invite students at Holsworthy Primary School to name the new galleon ship, in addition to an invitation to attend its official opening.