Middlesbrough Teessaurus Park 'turbocharge' plan unveiled

Plans to "turbocharge" a visitor attraction in Middlesbrough have been revealed by the town's elected mayor.

Teessaurus Park, on the banks of the River Tees, is a large open space featuring dinosaur skeleton sculptures.

The proposed £250,000 upgrade includes motion sensors and a sound system so dinosaurs "roar" when visitors pass by, a children's zip wire, and a cafe.

The aim is to increase footfall and boost the park as the centrepiece of riverside walking routes.

Mayor Andy Preston said: "We have a phenomenal opportunity to turbocharge one of the attractions that makes Middlesbrough unique.

"The park has already been improved thanks in part due to the dedication of volunteers - now this investment will see footfall balloon.

"People already travel for miles to visit and these plans will take the park to another level."

A decision on the improvement works is due to be taken at a meeting of the council's executive on 16 March.

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