Manor Park Community Centre outdoor table tennis table
From "Manor Park Community Assemblies 2022"
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My proposal is to install a fixed outdoor table tennis table in Manor Park.
There are many outdoor tables across Newham, London and the UK – but nothing local to Manor Park for residents and visitors to access.
Outdoor table tennis in Manor Park can bring positive benefits to all members of the community – it’s a social activity that can be played for fun by people of all abilities.
Costs to play are free or minimal. Access to the table would be free and the cost of table tennis bats/balls are relatively cheap. I am also looking into setting up a free rental via deposit scheme at the nearby Manor Park library or other businesses so that everyone could use the facilities.
I have identified a site next to the Manor Park Community Centre at 524 High Street North, in the area between the basketball court and the pavement (as shown in image on the left). This would use existing space in a central Manor Park spot, without taking away from any pavements/cycle paths/roads, car parking, green space or other facilities.
As well as the option to just turn up and play with friends, family or members of community groups, it also offers possibilities for new connections with neighbours – this could include through organised events for all abilities.
