We’ve listened – thanks to everyone who provided feedback on the Hampshire Reserve upgrade
We’d like to thank everyone who provided feedback on the proposed upgrade to Hampshire Reserve Playground in Doncaster.
Your input has been invaluable in helping us shape the final design, ensuring the space continues to meet the needs of our local community.
During consultation we received 15 community responses.
What we heard:
15 responses received
93.3% (14 people) visit the reserve at least once a week
The concept plan scored 3.47 out of 5, while the current reserve scored 3.07
Top features you would like to see at Hampshire Reserve:
Seating (6 people or 40%)
Trees (6 people or 40%)
Senior play items (5 people or 33.3%)
Shade area (5 people or 33.3%)
Additional ideas:
We also received suggestions to include features such as a ninja course, a larger shade structure, fitness equipment, and a BBQ.
While these items are outside the scope of the current budget and service level, they’ll be considered as part of future planning in the local area.
What’s next?
We’ve revised our play equipment proposal to adapt some feedback we received, including more senior play elements, climbing structures, and monkey bar.
The construction is scheduled to begin in late-November 2026, subject to contractor availability.
