Scenes of “playground madness” were reported at Clapham Common last week as families enjoyed themselves in the fresh air amid lockdown.
Pictures show children and parents crammed into the Windmill Drive play area, despite strict social distancing rules.
Lisa Miller said she saw “approximately 300 people” on Friday (Feb 5) in the new playground on Windmill Drive.
Crowds at playground on Windmill Drive
She said: “It’s absolute madness and galling for me and anyone else sticking to the rules missing their friends and family.”
Another onlooker commented: “Has anyone heard of Covid?”
Crowds at playground on Windmill Drive
The playground reopened last Wednesday (Feb 3) following the installation of new play equipment and a change in landscaping.
Parents and children worked with Lambeth Council to develop and design the playground.
The Clapham Common playground near Windmill Drive will open from tomorrow. 👏
— Clapham Common MAC (@clphmcommonMAC) February 2, 2021
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We worked with Lambeth Council to develop and design this playground.
Social distancing and hygiene guidelines apply in the playground.
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A message on the Clapham Common Management Advisory Committee’s page said:
“The Clapham Common playground near Windmill Drive will open from tomorrow.”
“Social distancing and hygiene guidelines apply in the playground.”
“Protect your family, obey the rules.”
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