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23/09/2026

Toddlers' Playground At People's Park To Close For Seating Upgrade

Waterford City and County Council will begin replacing the timber seating at the toddlers’ playground in People's Park.

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To facilitate the works, the toddlers playground will be closed until Thursday 24 September.

Waterford City and County Council apologises for any inconvenience caused.

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