Former Golf Course Open For Public Access

Over 28 hectares (71 acres) of open space will open for informal public access at Eastleigh’s Fleming Park this Saturday 2 May.

This large area of parkland has been opened up following closure of Fleming Park’s 18 hole golf course at the end of March.  Since closure of the golf course the land has remained fenced off to allow safety improvements to bridges over Monks Brook and for new pathways to be cut through some of the grass areas as well as opening up new access points.

Consultation with the local community about the future of Fleming Park was undertaken last year.  The majority of those responding to a questionnaire supported use of the park for less formal activities.  These included cycling, walking, picnic areas, children’s play as well as a venue for events/activities.

Now the Council is starting to draft new plans for the extended park and is inviting people’s views and ideas on how use of the area should be prioritised.  Information and a comment form can be completed by residents at:

• www.eastleigh.gov.uk/fpupdate

Events and activities are already being arranged for the new area.

The improved Fleming Park play area will be opened by the Mayor of Eastleigh on 28 May.