Orchard Road playpark in Kinghorn has taken another step forward today thanks to the Kirkcaldy Area Committee.

Members have agreed to allocate the Kinghorn Playparks Group £10,000 towards the project from the Kinghorn Common Good Fund.

This money will go towards the creation of a new accessible playpark for the children and young people in the town.

Councillor Ian Cameron, Convener of the Kirkcaldy Area Committee said: “As a council we’re committed to creating healthy connected communities, where people thrive, and contribute to a sustainable and attractive environment and this project is a perfect fit.

“The Kinghorn Playparks Group is an independent group that has been set up now that Kinghorn sadly no longer has a community council. They’ve put a lot of work into this project, and I’m pleased we’ve been able to help towards making this a reality.

“The overall cost of the project is estimated around £173k which I know the club has worked hard to secure.”

Roy Mackie, Chair of the Kinghorn Playparks Group said: We are delighted that the Kirkcaldy Area Committee has agreed to allocate this money to our latest project, which will have equipment for children and young people of all ages and abilities. We believe that most children enjoy climbing, and the centrepiece of this park will be a big climbing net and a zip-line.

It’s hoped that work will begin on the new playpark soon with a view to it being opened Summer 2025.