A POPULAR play area in Worcester has been forced to close due to overgrown trees. 

The children's play area on Weir Lane in St John's has been closed off temporarily so work can be carried out to reduce the height of a leylandii tree.

However, parents and children will be pleased to know that the site is expected to reopen on Thursday (September 15). 

 

A spokesperson from Worcester City Council said: "The play area in Weir Lane, St John’s is temporarily closed this week to allow work to be carried out to reduce the height of leylandii trees on a privately-owned neighbouring site.

"The play area is expected to reopen on Thursday."