Work starts on new £76k Larkfield playpark

THE installation of a new £76,000 playpark on vacant land in Larkfield is underway.

The facility is being built off Cumberland Road in Greenock, also known as the Smithston area, and will feature equipment that is accessible for children of all abilities.

Cumberland Road (Smithston) playpark artist's impression
Artist's impression of how the new playpark will look

The project is being led by Inverclyde Council thanks to funding from the Scottish Government.

Work started on Monday 7 April 2025 and is due to last up to six weeks. 

Councillor Michael McCormick, Inverclyde Council’s convener of environment and regeneration, said: “Once complete, the Cumberland Road playpark will be an excellent addition to the many wonderful playparks we have in towns and villages across Inverclyde.

“It will be a welcome addition to the local community and especially for families to encourage

“There is also the added benefit of bringing a vacant piece of land in the heart of the community back into productive use.

Cumberland Road (Smithston) playpark site
Google Streetview image of the Cumberland Road (Smithston) playpark site before work started.

“I look forward to seeing the playpark when the installation is complete.”

The playpark is being built next to local shops that were demolished a number of years ago. 

Further landscaping works are planned at a later date.

The site is located at the rear of Aileymill Primary and the playpark surface will be purple as a nod to the school colours.