Trull’s King George V Park Named as Somerset’s Playing Field of Year

Trull Parish Council receives award for Best Playing Field from Somerset Playing Fields’ Association

Trull Parish Council, 18 September 2023 – At the Somerset Playing Fields’ Association annual awards on the evening of Friday 15th September, Trull Parish Council were awarded with the top prize of ‘Playing Field of the Year 2023’ for their King George V Park.

Trull Parish Councillors Martine Naughton and Jo Wooldridge received the award of a cup and a cheque, from Chris Davies, Somerset Deputy Lieutenant, at a ceremony in Woolavington attended by community groups from across Somerset who oversee playfields and play areas. The Trull park was particularly commended for its immaculate presentation and provision of play and sports facilities.

Trull Parish Councillor Martine Naughton, said, “This award is for the people of Trull and all of the volunteers that help us maintain our park. As a Parish Council we chose to create a space for a broad demographic, offering everyone in the community a place to meet, exercise, andenjoy the outdoor space. We are delighted our hard work and creativity has been recognised.”

Trull Parish Council’s win followssignificant investment in the park earlier this year. A consultation with the community led to the installation of new log-based play equipment, new paths including distance markers, gym equipment, goal posts and wooden picnic benches. All have been well received by the public, attracting families from all over Taunton.

Since its completion in April, the park has hosted a Party in the Park, various sporting fixtures, the village Gardening Club, and a weekly story time for children throughout the summer holidays called The Trull Story-Teller. On the 4th of November, the park will host its ever-popular Fireworks Display.

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