A COMMUNITY group that was formed to improve Rosyth Public Park completed the transformation of one of its stand-out features last week.

The Take a Pride in Rosyth Group, which came together in 2011, saw their latest project officially unveiled as the park’s boating pond was re-opened after an extensive revamp, which includes resurfacing of footpaths, the replacement of coping stones, the construction of a wooden walkway and a viewing area and planting on two sides of the pond.

Originally opened in June 1938 as a paddling pool, the pond was saved from closure as paddling pools were threatened due to water purity legislation by Rosyth Model Boat Club, who continue to use it on Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons during the summer months.

The work is the latest in a number of projects carried out by the group, which include the completion of a skatepark, a multi-use games area and the provision of an adult gym, and their next aim is to extend the skatepark.

Chairperson Dorothy Wright commented: “This is the latest in a number of projects which the group have undertaken to give a new lease of life to Rosyth Public Park. The boating pond (or paddling pool as it is still referred to by some) is held in great affection by older residents and we hope the refurbishment of the pond will provide similar memories for future generations. We are grateful to Fife Council and the Muir Dean Trust for their financial support for the project.”