Anchorsholme Park closed in 2015, for an £80 million waste water redevelopment by United Utilities.
The water company spent five years building an underground storage unit to hold storm water, and installing a new water pumping station to help with flooding.
Families, dog walkers and volunteers gathered at the park this morning (July 20) as it reopened, to enjoy the new play equipment, vast green space, cafe and sports areas.
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Alice Tenbey, eight, and Annabela Andrews, 10, enjoy the new pirate-themed swing. Photo: Daniel Martino - JPI Media
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After months of play areas being closed during lockdown, children couldn't wait to use the new play equipment at Anchorsholme Park. Photo: Daniel Martino - JPI Media
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You can take a selfie in the screen and upload it to Facebook and Twitter, to share what you are up to at Anchorsholme Park. Photo: Daniel Martino - JPI Media
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L-R: Steve Wong from United Utilities, Lisa Arnold, Inspector Dave Wilson, Neil Campbell, Councillor Paul Galley and Maria Kirkland from Blackpool Council. Photo: Daniel Martino - JPI Media
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New cafe Brew @ Anchorsholme is serving hot drinks, ice creams and food to takeaway during the coronavirus pandemic, which still requires social distancing. Photo: Daniel Martino - JPI Media
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The play equipment is pirate-themed and brightly coloured. It was designed with inclusivity in mind, incorporating sensory play. Photo: Daniel Martino - JPI Media