The six-acre park will feature the largest water feature in any UK city – the mirror pool - with fountains, green spaces, public art, relaxation and play areas. The 4,200 sq m mirror pool features causeways, innovative special effects and a series of fountains with the tallest reaching 30m high. It can be used both filled with water, but also drained and used for public events such as concerts, markets and sporting events. It will be able to hold a range of large scale events- hosting up to 10,000 people.

An independent report by Locum Consulting predicted that City Park will attract 2.2 million visits each year, bringing an extra £80m annually to the local economy.

Coun Adrian Naylor, Bradford Council’s Executive Member for Regeneration & Economy said: “The City Park is a critical step forward for Bradford’s regeneration, bringing world-class public realm to the city centre. The park has been designed to bring jobs and prosperity to Bradford. It will attract visitors and investors and raise land and property values. The project will connect the city centre, enhance the overall image of the city and help create the landscape for investment in the city centre.”

The scheme is jointly funded by Bradford Council, Yorkshire Forward, the Homes and Communities Agency and the Regional Transport Board.

It will go out to tender for construction in July and will start on site in Autumn 2009.