Christine McGuiness has launched an "inclusive playground" for autistic children.
Butlin’s SKYPARK is a brand new £2.5M playground - designed so children of all abilities can play together
The 35-year-old TV star - who was diagnosed with the developmental disability that affects social interaction - has twins Penelope and Leo, nine, and daughter Felicity, seven, all of whom also have autism, with estranged husband Paddy McGuinness and has now teamed up with seaside resort Butlins to launch a £2.5million playground for "all children" to play together.
She said: “It’s fantastic to be involved in the launch of Butlin’s SKYPARK. I know first-hand just how important play is for all children, but to have an environment where kids of all abilities can play together is really special."
National Autistic Society ambassador Christine went on to add that the SKYPARK - which is equipped with a wheelchair-accessible trampoline and roundabout, sit-up swings for support and sociability, and wheelchair-friendly walkways and ramps, and also has climbing towers reaching a height of 14 metres - will allow everyone to "facilitate a better understanding" of autism all round, after the results of a survey showed that 70% of 1400 parents would be "open to learning more" about the disorder.
She said: “Children with additional needs such as autism can often lack confidence and need that extra support when it comes to communication. It’s really encouraging to hear that nearly 70% of UK parents are open to learning more about the additional needs some children have.
"By allowing kids to play and learn from each other, we’re helping to facilitate a better understanding for everyone.
To find out more about Butlin’s SKYPARK, including full information on the different zones and key features, please head to: www.butlins.com/discover-butlins/things-to-do/skypark
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