A brand-new play area in Oakham has been officially opened by Florence, one of the people who will be having fun in the new facilities most over the coming months and years.

The new play area is located at the front of Oakham Pastures, Davidsons Homes’ collection of new homes off Uppingham Road, surrounded by lush trees and pretty greenery.

Florence was invited to cut the ribbon the brand-new play area, declaring it officially open for children and families to enjoy from now on.

Rachel Harris, mother to Florence, said: “We were so touched that Florence was invited to open the play area at Oakham. Not only was it a lovely surprise for her, Davidsons Homes also bought her a little rucksack and necklace which she is now wearing with pride!

“We have been staying at Oakham Pastures with my parents, so have had a front-row seat watching the play area be created, and Florence was so excited to be able to go out there and enjoy playing on the equipment.

“The outlook from my parents’ house is truly special, and we have absolutely loved living with the open-plan spaces and the void which joins the bottom floor with the top one. It’s not overlooked and has a large garden – in fact we’d like to stay here forever!

“The homes have got real character, they feel like a great blend of Georgian design and elements of local style too. There are a lot of swallows here, which is evidently a sign of a happy place – and Oakham Pastures certainly feels it.”

Simon Tyler, Sales Director for Davidsons Homes, said: “The most important people we have to impress with our play areas and sections of open spaces are the children and families who will actually use them – which is why we were delighted to welcome Florence to officially launch our play area at Oakham Pastures.

“We hope her and her friends enjoy playing here for many years to come!”

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