Work has begun on a brand new play area in Glenrothes, following a public consultation on what people would like to see included in the new development.

Located on Inverary Avenue, the new park will feature a range of accessible play equipment, including wet pour mushrooms, a dune buggy, a scooter seesaw, a chute, swings and plenty more.

Councillor John Beare, convener of the Glenrothes Area Committee, said: “We’re delighted to see these exciting plans becoming a reality. Fife Council has been working closely with Pitteuchar, Stenton and Finglassie Community Council to improve the play area and I'm very grateful for their work and engagement.”

The overall cost of the park will reach £100,000 and has been funded by Fife Council along with a £25,000 contribution from Pitteuchar, Stenton and Finglassie Community Council.

Weather permitting, the new play area should be ready to open to the public by the middle of September.