Sheldon Country Park could be getting a new toddler play area, inclusive play equipment and several other improvements under proposals put forward by Birmingham City Council.
The council is asking local residents and park visitors to share their views before the consultation closes on Sunday 22 November 2026.
The consultation opened on 30 October. According to the council's consultation poster, funding has been secured for the improvements, although the amount available has not been published.
What changes are being proposed?
The proposals cover the existing play area, the park entrance and the surrounding paths.
Some of the main improvements include:
- Larger play area: Space for toddler and inclusive play equipment, with part of the existing bow-top fencing removed to extend the area.
- New play equipment: A toddler horse springer, an inclusive seesaw, a sensory multi-play panel and talking flowers.
- Timber gazebo: A sheltered area intended for group activities.
- Improved pathways: New paving to make access to the play facilities and Rangers' Office easier.
- Entrance improvements: Bamboo screening along the existing fence and gate, with the maintenance gate replaced using relocated bow-top fencing.
- New signs: Updated entrance signage and metal directional finger posts.
- Picnic facilities: Relocation of five existing picnic tables.
- Outdoor gym: Relocation of two existing pieces of gym equipment.
The proposals aim to improve the facilities while making the play area more welcoming and accessible to a wider range of visitors.
Residents can help decide what matters most
One important part of the consultation is that the council is asking people to rank the proposed improvements by priority.
The online survey also asks what should take priority if the available budget is not enough to deliver everything.
This means some proposals could be reduced, changed or left out depending on the feedback received and the costs involved.
For families who regularly use the park, this is an opportunity to comment on the type of play equipment and facilities they would like to see.
How to have your say
Residents can submit their feedback through the council's online consultation.
There are also paper response forms available. Completed forms can be placed in the return box at:
Sheldon Library
Brays Road
Birmingham
B26 2RJ
Questions about the proposals can be directed to Paul Chow, Senior Landscape Architect in Birmingham City Council's Parks and Green Spaces Development Team.
Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])
You can view the plans and complete the online survey here:
The consultation closes on Sunday 22 November 2026.
Have your say about your local park
Sheldon Country Park is a popular outdoor space for local families, walkers and other visitors. Changes to its play facilities and surrounding areas will affect the people who use them.
If you visit the park, have a look at the proposals and share your views with the council before the deadline. Whether you support the plans or think something should be changed, this is your opportunity to make your opinion heard.
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