A new state of the art play area has been unveiled in Glenarm, Co Antrim.

Mid and East Antrim's Deputy Mayor, Councillor Cheryl Johnston officially opened the facility on Monday 10 December.

Speaking at the opening, Cllr Johnston, said: "The past year has been a busy one for this historic village of Glenarm.

"Council has been working with the Glenarm Regeneration Plan Steering Group to prepare a significant Framework for Development for the council-owned lands in the village.

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"A public consultation has been undertaken to capture the community feedback and aspirations to help direct the council's future development and investment within the village. 

"The installation of this new play park is a demonstration of council's commitment to investing in Glenarm village and draws on the village's maritime heritage."

A number of community representatives, councillors, council staff and school children turned out to see the opening of the area.

The project was led by elected members, council Chief Executive Anne Donaghy, and community representatives, including Frances Wilson, Leslie Morrow, Jacky Geary and Adrian Morrow.

(CM/MH)