FAMILY favourite the Splashpad in Gheluvelt Park has been mended.

The water play area broke down yesterday in a twist of unfortunate timing, as a heatwave was set to turn Worcester into a scorching paradise.

But swift-moving contractors repaired the facility this morning in a matter of hours.

Worcester City Council confirmed the re-opening of the Splashpad on social media, stating: “The news we've all been waiting for - Splashpad in Gheluvelt Park is back up and running again now.

“We're sorry for the inconvenience this morning.”