New £360k skate park opens in Filey, North Yorkshire

The floodlit facility in Filey was officially opened by North Yorkshire Council’s executive member for parks and ground, Cllr Keane Duncan, on Saturday, October 21.

It has been constructed in West Avenue next to the multi-use games area and caters for skateboards, BMX, scooters and wheelchair motocross users.

The park has been funded with £326,000 from North Yorkshire Council, £28,000 from Filey Town Council and £8,500 from the Office of the North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner.

Filey skate park was officially opened by North Yorkshire Council’s executive member for parks and ground, Cllr Keane Duncan (Image: North Yorkshire Council)

It has been designed and constructed by Canvas Spaces Ltd who specialise in the installation of concrete skateparks.

Cllr Keane Duncan, said he was “thrilled” to see the skate park open.

"It's not just about concrete and ramps, it's about providing a space where young people can thrive, express themselves, and build lasting friendships,” he said.

“This skate park is a testament to the power of collaboration and the dedication of our community.

Mayor of Filey Cllr Jacqui Houlden-Banks added: "The town council is delighted to have been able to support the Skate Park Group in building the park, as this will benefit all in Filey, promoting improved health and wellbeing.”

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The design was created with a specific focus on the needs of Filey’s young people and to create an informal sporting hub for the town and nearby communities.

Local children and young people previously called for a skate park and were at the forefront of the planning process by forming the Ravine Skatepark Group, which worked with North Yorkshire Council to develop the project.

Filey skate park is now open (Image: North Yorkshire Council)

Skater Max Short, 19, was involved in the development of the park.

He said: “It has taken years to get to this point, but I’m delighted it's now open.

“Skate parks are fantastic for enhancing your skills and learning from more experienced people. You not only gain skills but it's great exercise and can bring together people of all ages.

“A huge thank you to everyone who has taken the original idea and made it a reality. Countless hours of preparation and delivery have gone into this project, and we wouldn't be here without those people.”