A new and exciting concept plan for the Park has just been released, as well as a model of how the Park could look in the future which will be available to view in Wallace Park at the Family Fun Day, which follows the Mayor's Parade tomorrow (Saturday).



The new designs respect both the historic nature of the Victorian Park and the need to incorporate new and diverse uses of the Park, including woodland areas and walks, sporting provision and family-orientated activities. The will also contain a 'Flagship' Children's Play Area and other improvement works will include a modern sports pavilion, additional car parking and other Health and Safety related works.

Councillor Brian Heading, Chairman of the Council's Leisure Services Committee emphasised the importance of Wallace Park to the people of Lisburn: "Wallace Park is the premier Urban Park for all the people of Lisburn. The Council is committed to developing the Park for the benefit of all ratepayers across the City area and wishes to establish the Park as a vibrant and safe destination for all the family."

He continued: "This public consultation will allow local residents to be part of the process. Even if you are not a current user of the Park, your views can play an important part in shaping it for future generations and I would urge everyone to see these plans and make up their own minds on how this historic landmark in the centre of the City can best be regenerated."

In addition, residents may also express their opinion by the completing the comment form on the Council's website www.lisburncity.gov.uk, emailing wallacepark@lisburn.gov.uk or by writing to the Director of Leisure Services, using the following freepost address: Lisburn City Council, Freepost BEL 4113, The Civic Centre, Lagan Valley Island, The Island, Lisburn, BT27 4BR.

Comments will be received up to Wednesday May 21. It is hoped that the plans will be finalised in June, with work commencing in the Autumn.