you have just had a major publicity drive to encourage more children to attend your club and you are getting regular visitors. However, as you show them around you can't help noticing that things are well-worn and homely, rather than exciting and innovative. Seeing the venue through their eyes, you suddenly notice the fading yellow paint on the walls and some battered equipment or furniture.
Even worse, your children are making excuses as they show their guests around. 'It looks minging but we do really cool stuff,' remarks nine-year-old Ben.
It is time for action, but your funds are limited. So how can you create a vibrant, child-friendly environment that will inspire your children and playworkers, and encourage newcomers to attend?
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