Oadby and Wigston, in numbers
Projects: Oadby and Wigston
Oadby and Wigston local authority area. Every figure carries its own date.
The local plans, investments and decisions worth following.
3 selected records checked against official sources. A plan is not a completed project; each record shows the stage its source establishes.
Brocks Hill, Oadby
Brocks Hill Country Park parkrun
The council-supported event offers a free weekly route for walkers, joggers and runners, supported by volunteers.
Launched October 2026 · evidence dated 2026-10-10
Responsible body: Oadby and Wigston Borough Council
What the source says: The 10 October announcement reports the first event. One launch turnout is not a trend in local activity.
Next thing to establish: What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- Named project location only. No verified current ward impact footprint; no ward-wide effect is inferred.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Brocks Hill parkrun launch →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- Which funding is committed, and what remains conditional?
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Offer activity without a gym membership →
Maintain volunteer capacity and safe facilities →
Target support where disadvantages overlap →
How to track delivery →Oadby
Uplands Park tennis courts
The courts offer booked public access with free coached sessions and supplied equipment.
Opened May 2026 · evidence dated 2026-06-04
Responsible body: Oadby and Wigston Borough Council
What the source says: The 4 June update confirms the opening took place and sets out booking and free-session arrangements.
Next thing to establish: What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- Named project location only. No verified current ward impact footprint; no ward-wide effect is inferred.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Uplands Park courts after opening →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- Which funding is committed, and what remains conditional?
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Make booking and equipment less of a barrier →
Maintain volunteer capacity and safe facilities →
Target support where disadvantages overlap →
How to track delivery →Wigston
Willow Park accessible playground
The renewed playground includes level-access and wheelchair-accessible equipment shaped with local families.
Opened March 2026 · evidence dated 2026-03-25
Responsible body: Oadby and Wigston Borough Council
What the source says: The 25 March notice confirms the opening and the involvement of parents of children with additional needs.
Next thing to establish: What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- Named project location only. No verified current ward impact footprint; no ward-wide effect is inferred.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Willow Park accessible play opening →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- Which funding is committed, and what remains conditional?
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Build on inclusive play already delivered →
Maintain volunteer capacity and safe facilities →
Target support where disadvantages overlap →
How to track delivery →