Fountain was spared cull, but axe beckons for other elements of Grimsby Riverhead revamp

The new fountain has been winning plaudits for its sound as well as appearance. It is also oxygenating the surrounding water to the benefit of fish and other wildlife.

IT looks like elements of the proposed revamp of Grimsby's Riverhead Square may either have to be shelved or scrapped altogether.

These include:

* A nesting island for waterbirds

* Water planting

* Sculpture/ art 

* Events stage and canopy 

According to a report to councillors, these are probably "unachievable" within the £3.3-million budget.

The document notes that to include them at this stage could cause the project to stall, but one or more might go ahead if the other works come in under budget.

On the plus side, the fountain has been installed and has been receiving plenty of favourable comment from passers-by.