The $200 000 Queen’s Park restoration project is well on the way to completion.
Yesterday, general manager of the National Conservation Commission (NCC), Ryan Als, told the Weekend Nation that most of the work for Phase 1 was done and Phase 2would begin in the next financial year once funds were available.
He said the lake, the base of which was leaking and deteriorating, was refurbished and additional features such as light displays, a Barbados-themed map with the Broken Trident, and 11 raised pillars with historical information on each parish were added.
The trellis walkway, as well as the walkway between the clock house and gazebo, and the gazebo itself, were restored, though the structure of the latter had minor work to be completed.
Als said more plants were added to the landscape to enhance it and the lawn graded.
Concrete repair work was also done on the walls and seating near the Governor’s Gate.
The paint scheme has been changed as NCC workers repainted the grey and green with vibrant colours to “brighten the park”, and bollards were placed on various walkways and paths to provide lighting at night.
Workmen are undertaking maintenance on walkways and steps, which should be completed in time for the annual Christmas morning festivities.
Als said more benches and tables were erected and intrinsic seating was created for different areas of the park.
He added that his team will focus on upgrading bathroom facilities next year, and fixing the walls and iron work along the perimeter.
Als also said that the NCC fixed the drains, repaired stalls, improved security lighting and repainted some of the areas at Oistins Bay Garden in Christ Church. (SB)
