The Sutherland Road playground was auctioned for £110,000 in May. Affectionately known as ‘Wembley’ by residents who played there in the 1960s and ’70s, the playground became derelict as surrounding homes were demolished and replaced by industrial development.
The land was sold to a developer and its future is not yet known. Due to the land’s charitable status, the money from the sale must be invested with the Charity Commission, who will decide how the money can be spent. The Council told the Messenger it will most likely be spent on equipment for playgrounds in Sheffield, not necessarily in Burngreave.
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