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A whale of a time to had at Cosy Corner!
Thursday 10 April 2025
Local dignitaries, including Chris Elmore MP, Sarah Murphy MS, and Bridgend County Borough Council Leader, Cllr John Spanswick, gathered to launch the official opening of the marine inspired, all-new accessible children’s play area at Cosy Corner, situated in the popular waterfront area of Porthcawl.
Families eagerly awaited at the sidelines, whilst council Leader John Spanswick cut the ribbon to mark the opening of the area, which offers a large-scale whale play structure that takes centre stage. The bespoke design by Proludic, a UK company experienced in manufacturing and supplying playground equipment, means that this is the only playground whale of its kind in Wales, with only one other located in England.
Delivered by the Green Space Enhancement Team and facilitated by UK Government Shared Prosperity Funding, the play area is suitable for up to 70 children at a time, and also features a series of interlocking climbing nets, platforms, slides and ladders, as well as additional accessible play facilities, including smaller boat-themed features and interactive play panels.
The event marks the completion of the regeneration of Cosy Corner, a scheme which has cost £3m overall. The development has already provided extensive flat landscaping, the introduction of six new commercial units, new public seating, an all-weather canopy, open space for outdoor events, public toilets, and changing facilities for users of the nearby marina.
“We are so excited that the new children’s play area is ready for families to enjoy, with many of the designs reflecting ideas offered by local school children. “The play area is conveniently positioned at the top end of the site, ensuring that plenty of green open space is still available to host a range of cultural activities planned for the spring and summer months. We are so fortunate to have this newly developed space, which now offers a complete experience for young families visiting Cosy Corner.”
“The marine-themed children’s play area is a fantastic addition to Cosy Corner. Its bespoke whale feature is almost unique to Porthcawl and invites children of all abilities to use their imaginations and become engaged in physical, creative, outdoor play – we are very proud of the facilities in the play area and how they perfectly complement the town’s coastal identity. “The playground marks a milestone for Porthcawl, with it being the final project to complete Cosy Corner, part of the waterfront regeneration scheme – a worthwhile, extensive initiative which reflects our unwavering commitment to community wellbeing and economic regeneration.”
