Eastleigh’s award-winning ‘rock’ venue

Grantham Green recognised in prestigious design awards

The transformation of a popular open space near Eastleigh town centre – that has recently seen the arrival of an exciting rock-climbing feature - has been recognised in prestigious design awards.

Grantham Green was highly commended in the green space category of the 2019 national Street Design Awards, organised by Local Government News magazine. The awards recognise innovation and best practice in street and park design schemes across the UK.

A new multi-use games area recently opened on the Green, offering a caged space for football, basketball and other activities.

Other facilities include seating, paths and picnic tables, as well as trees, shrubs and wildflower banks.

Chair of the Eastleigh Local Area Committee, Councillor Paul Bicknell, said: “This award is further proof that Grantham Green is an innovative and people-friendly space that all residents can enjoy. It is an excellent example of local people working closely with the Council and other groups to create something truly magical.”

Picture above: Mayor of Eastleigh, Cllr Darshan Mann with Eastleigh Councillors at the new rock feature