A new sports pavilion will be built and improvements will be made to a playing field after more than £100,000 of funding was approved.
Projects in Hadleigh and Tattingstone will benefit from £118,633 worth of funding after community infrastructure levy (CIL) bids were approved by cabinet members at Babergh District Council.
The Layham Road Sports Ground Pavilion in Hadleigh will benefit from £100,000 of funding.
A new sports pavilion, which has already gained £106,000 through Section 106 funding, will replace the temporary facilities currently in place.
Councillor Jane Carruthers, ward member for Hadleigh South, said: “The new pavilion planned for the Layham Road Sports Ground is well overdue and will be welcomed by all Hadleigh residents.
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"It will be well used by the community for both sports and social events."
Councillor Kathryn Grandon, fellow ward member for Hadleigh South, said: “I am very pleased that CIL funding is being used for this much needed facility for Hadleigh.
“It will be of great benefit to the community by not only providing a range of health benefits for all ages but an opportunity for individuals to meet with other members of the local area.”
The project at Tattingstone Playing Field will benefit from £18,633.15 in funding.
Additional children's play equipment will be provided within the current play area site.
Councillor Daniel Potter, ward member for Orwell, said: “I am delighted to see the award of CIL go towards the children's play area at Tattingstone playing fields.
“The award will help strengthen the bond between Tattingstone and its community, as more families will be able to enjoy use of the new facilities for the future. It is a very welcome and valued contribution.”
Councillor Sallie Davies, cabinet member for heritage, planning and infrastructure at Babergh District Council, said: “This round of CIL funding has highlighted some of the great projects that are being undertaken throughout the district and I would encourage others to really make use of this funding as it is available to benefit our local communities."
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