Esh Parish Council said the Bobby Robson play area in Langley Park has been repeatedly targeted by vandals, with the latest incident causing significant damage to flooring and fencing. Bobby Robson play area, Langley Park, Durham (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)One of the bins, located in the toddler play area, was “well ablaze”, according to the council. Bobby Robson play area, Langley Park, Durham (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)In a statement posted online, Esh Parish Council said: “We are saddened to be reporting vandalism once again to the Bobby Robson play area. Bobby Robson play area, Langley Park, Durham (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)The council added: “This will cost money which could be put to better use for the community. The latest incident follows a separate report of vandalism at the play area in June, when white paint was tipped over the surface of the children’s play area.