Free Household Enjoyable Deliberate for Jean Stansfield Park’s one centesimal Anniversary Celebration – Wyre Council

Taking place on Saturday 20 June from 10.30am to 4pm, the family-friendly occasion will characteristic the revealing of a commemorative stone by the Mayor of Wyre, alongside a full programme of free actions all through the day. Visitors can take pleasure in reside music, video games, neighborhood stalls, walkabout leisure and far more because the neighborhood comes collectively to have fun the park’s historical past and lasting legacy. 

The park was named in reminiscence of Jean Stansfield, slightly lady from Poulton who sadly handed away in 1923 at simply 9 years previous. Following her demise, the Stansfield household bought a parcel of land from the church and generously gifted it to the individuals of Poulton in 1926 to create a leisure area for native kids to take pleasure in. Today, Jean Stansfield Park stands alongside Vicarage Park as considered one of Wyre’s most stunning inexperienced areas, proudly persevering with Jean’s legacy greater than a century later. 

During the occasion, guests will be capable to take pleasure in quite a lot of free theatre performances all through the day, together with The Maniax, a fast-paced comedy stunt present that includes daring tips, viewers participation and laugh-out-loud leisure, with performances at 11am and 1.50pm. The Van Dunk Brothers will deliver their award-winning dry-land synchronised swimming act to the park at 12.30pm and a pair of.40pm, combining bodily comedy and hilarious routines for all ages. Audiences can even take pleasure in The Giant Balloon Show, a vigorous road efficiency filled with comedy, large balloon sculptures and an unforgettable finale set to an upbeat 80s soundtrack, with performances at 11.55am, 1.15pm and three.20pm. 

Alongside the leisure, attendees can take pleasure in actions together with a bubble maker, buzz wire recreation, bowling tuition and household video games. Food and refreshments may also be out there to buy from Café Bloom within the Community Hall. Funds raised through the occasion will assist Poulton in Bloom and Poulton Remembrance. 

Councillor Simon Bridge, Portfolio Holder for Street Scene, Parks and Open Spaces at Wyre Council, feedback: 

“We are proud to celebrate 100 years of Jean Stansfield Park, a cherished green space that continues to embody both sustainability and beauty. Our thanks go to the dedicated grounds staff, community groups and volunteers whose care and commitment have shaped and maintained the park throughout its centenary.” 

Wyre Council and Poulton Partnership are encouraging residents to return alongside and be a part of this particular milestone celebration, remembering the historical past of Jean Stansfield Memorial Park whereas having fun with a fun-filled day for the entire household. With free leisure and lots to see and do, the occasion guarantees to be a becoming tribute to considered one of Poulton’s most cherished inexperienced areas.