By Isle of Wight Observer
Freshwater Parish Council has received a £1,000 donation, from Rapanui/Teemill, towards the new Freshwater Skatepark & Pump Track project, at Stroud Recreation Ground.
The new skate park and pump track is now moving ever closer to construction. The Parish Council has submitted the requirements for all 12 planning conditions, including a comprehensive drainage plan and detailed landscaping proposals, marking another major milestone for the project.
The drainage design is particularly important, not only for the new facility but also for the wider area. The planned drainage improvements will help manage surface water more effectively around the recreation ground, and are expected to provide benefits for residents living close to the park by improving drainage and reducing the potential for water-related issues.
The landscaping plans will also ensure that the new facility sits positively within Stroud Recreation Ground, incorporating planting, biodiversity measures, and attractive areas around the skate park and pump track.
Once completed, the facility will provide opportunities for skateboarders, scooter riders, BMX riders, roller skaters, and other wheeled sports, catering for beginners through to more experienced users. It will be an inclusive, active, and welcoming space for children, young people, families, and the wider community.
Freshwater Parish Council chair, Kirsty Gibson, said: “We are extremely grateful to Rapanui/Teemill for their generous £1,000 donation, and for supporting our vision for the new skate park and pump track. Every contribution has helped us get closer to this point.
“This project is about much more than building a skate park. It is about bringing our community together, and creating a fantastic facility that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. The drainage improvements will also bring wider benefits to the surrounding area, making this a project that really does benefit the whole community.”
Mal Butler