Disabled children get playground

The equipment in the park is designed to let disabled children play safely

A council in west London has opened a playground specially designed for disabled children.

Hillingdon Council's new £110,000 playground includes magic toad swings, talking flowers and specially-designed roads for wheelchair users.

The facility, known locally as Rocket Park, will be used by specialist schools and local charities.

The project was jointly funded by the council, rugby charity Wooden Spoon and the Peter Harrison Foundation.

The council's Kathy Sparks said: "This amazing facility offers children with disabilities a unique opportunity to enjoy a playground specifically targeted and designed for them."

The park also boasts yo-yo swings, a roundabout, picnic areas and roads aimed at helping young wheelchair users practise their mobility skills.