Raunds Skate Park and Pump Track Opens to the Public

Raunds Town Council is delighted to announce the opening of the highly anticipated Raunds Skate Park & Pump Track. Completed with the expert craftsmanship of Bendcrete Skate Parks, this modern facility is open and ready for use by the community. The new park promises to be a vibrant hub for skateboarders, BMX riders, and scooter enthusiasts of all ages.

In addition to the skate park, the project also includes a newly constructed concrete footpath connecting the skate park to the car park, ensuring convenient access for all users. The car park has also been extended, providing much-needed additional space for visitors.

The Mayor of Raunds and Town Councillors popped by this afternoon to see the action firsthand—and they were thrilled to meet so many excited skaters, riders, and families enjoying the new space.

Mayor of Raunds, Councillor Paul Byrne, expressed his enthusiasm for the project:

"This is a fantastic moment for Raunds. The new skate park and pump track are a testament to our commitment to providing high-quality recreational spaces for our residents. It will be wonderful to see our young people and families enjoying this state-of-the-art facility. I'd like to thank everyone involved in making this vision a reality."

Ollie Curtis, Chairman of the Environment, Leisure, and Recreation Committee, echoed these sentiments:

""The Town Council has worked tirelessly to bring this project to life, and seeing it completed slightly ahead of schedule and within budget, is a huge achievement. This space is not just for skaters and BMX riders; it's for the entire community to enjoy, and we're thrilled to see it open. We'd also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the members of the Skate Park Working Group, our generous sponsors, all those who contributed to the crowdfunding campaign, and our 3 NNC ward members for their empowerment funding contributions—all of the support and contributions have helped make this project a reality."

The Council is also pleased to announce that an official opening event will be held soon to celebrate this milestone. Details will be shared in the coming days.

In the meantime, the Council encourages everyone to come down, make use of the park, and enjoy the final days of half-term. Visitors are reminded to ride to their ability, take care of the park and each other, and avoid landscaped areas while the grass establishes.

Residents are invited to tag Raunds Town Council in their photos and share their tricks and experiences using the park on social media.

For further information, please contact Raunds Town Council at info@raunds-tc.gov.uk.