Up to 5000 expected at Play Day 2009 in Ravenscourt Park
Up to 5,000 children, parents, carers and play workers will descend on Ravenscourt Park on Wednesday August 5 for Hammersmith & Fulham’s annual Play Day event.
This summer’s play extravaganza will feature fun and games for people of all ages, with the theme for 2009 being ‘make time for play.’ Activities take place from 12 noon until 4pm.
Cllr Paul Bristow, cabinet member for residents' services, said: "This year's Play Day promises to be bigger and better than ever before and I urge as many people as possible to get down to Ravenscourt Park on Wednesday August 5. Play Day is always a highlight of the summer so let’s hope that the sun shines and makes it a truly memorable occasion."
This year’s Play Day festivities will include giant inflatables, a city farm, circus skills, softplay for toddlers and a chance to take part in numerous sporting activities There will also be opportunities to try facepainting and den making. And if that is not enough, stalls will be on site offering information on childcare, recycling and road safety.
Cllr Bristow, added: “Ravenscourt Park really is a fabulous venue for Play Day so make sure you enjoy the great outdoors and get down to the park for this fantastic event. I hope to see you all there!”
Families are invited to bring a picnic, and also reminded to bring their sun cream and hats.
Play Day involves more than 100,000 children taking part in hundreds of activities throughout the UK, from big public events to small gatherings. It is co-ordinated by two charities, the Children’s Society and the Children’s Play Council.
For more information contact the borough events team on 0845 337 0314 or e-mail events@lbhf.gov.uk
July 7, 2009
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