Fantastic new £200,000 SKATEPARK opens
Play Street fun for children Children are playing freely outside their homes without the worry of passing traffic thanks to our Play Street initiative. The scheme allows for temporary road closures for up to three daylight hours, any day of the week, allowing local children to play together in a safe and secure environment. With longer days and warmer weather, now is the time for youngsters to enjoy outdoor play. This also fosters a stronger community spirit between neighbours.
A new, specially designed skatepark has opened at Malling Fields recreation ground, Lewes, to replace the old ramps. Skatepark users from across the district are honing their skills at the new facility which was created from a brief put together by Lewes’s skating community. Cllr Andy Smith (pictured above left), Leader of Lewes District Council, said: “This is a fantastic new venue which is a great asset for the district. With a timely opening before the summer arrives, it is already attracting skaters and other wheeled sports enthusiasts from near and far, and will continue to be enjoyed as a community facility for many years to come.” Constructed by specialist skatepark builders Wheelscape in consultation with groups of local enthusiasts, the £200,000 scheme was funded by several sources including us, North Street Quarter development and the Veolia Environmental Trust. The skatepark is unique in its design, referring to iconic features of the town. For further details visit www.lewesskatepark.org.uk
Local people can apply for more than one Play Street closure in a single application; the application needs to be submitted eight weeks before any planned Play Street event. For more information visit www.lewes.gov.uk/playstreets or email parks@lewes.gov.uk