Work begins on new accessible public toilets at Thornes Park - including baby changing area

The toilets, which will be at the Holmfield Park Pavillion, next to the Thornes Park tennis courts, are expected to be completed by December this year.

One of the new toilets will include baby changing facilities, helping to improve access and convenience for families visiting the park.

As part of the project, the pavilion will also benefit from a dedicated toilet facility for staff and volunteers, the construction of a new access ramp and wider structural improvements throughout the building.

The scheme is being delivered through Parks Capital Investment Programme funding and will refurbish and modernise the pavilion's existing toilet facilities.

Wakefield Council says the investment will significantly improve the quality and accessibility of facilities within Thornes Park, benefiting park visitors, families, members of the bowling club and users of the park's sporting facilities.

The project has been developed with the support of the Friends of CHaT Parks, whose involvement has helped shape the scheme and secure lasting improvements for park users.

Coun Julian Carter, Wakefield Council’s Cabinet Member for Neighbourhood Services, said: "These improvements are a long time coming. I’m pleased that we can finally deliver a project that will provide modern, accessible facilities for everyone who visits Thornes Park.

“The addition of robust accessible toilets, baby changing facilities and wider enhancements will be welcomed by the community.”

During the refurbishment works, toilet facilities will remain available at Thornes Park Stadium on the opposite side of the park, ensuring continued provision for visitors and organised sports users throughout the construction period.