Falmouth's mythical monster Morgawr inspires design of fantastic new
0 Comments | West Briton, The; Truro (UK), Jul 22, 2010
A NEW children’s play area inspired by Falmouth’s very own mythical sea monster, opened this week.
Created within Gyllyngdune Gardens as part of a Pounds 2.3 million restoration project, the play area boasts some unusual elements.
There are granite eyeballs, a tail seat, dragons’ eggs, a tile mosaic and sweet chestnut ears, tail and play net. Children from four of the town’s primary schools lent a helping hand to the design team and were easily inspired by the “monstrous” theme.
Morgawr, which means sea giant in Cornish, is a mythical creature said to live in the waters of Falmouth Bay.
The new play area was officially opened by Councillor Julian German, Cornwall Council Cabinet member for waste management, climate change and historic environment. “This is a fantastic project and it’s brilliant to have been able to get the local children involved in developing a story which can be translated in a unique and enjoyable play area for young children,” he said.
“I hope it will be enjoyed now and by many generations of children to come.”
The new area was funded by Cornwall Council’s Pathfinder Project, Carrick Leisure and the Heritage Lottery Fund.
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