Carnoustie skatepark opens after four-year campaign
ByGraeme Strachan
The park was the brain child of five local youths who have worked for years to see their vision realised.
Carnoustie’s £200,000-plus skatepark was officially opened on Saturday following a four-year campaign.
A fun day on the seafront with skateboarder demonstrations, live music and stalls marked the occasion.
The park has features for all wheeled sports including skateboarding, roller skating and BMX biking, allowing users of all ages and abilities to participate.Click here for a full photo galleryProject chairman Bob Bell said: “It’s been four years since we started and it’s a fantastic achievement.”
He said it will help to reduce anti-social behaviour by centralising youngsters in one area where they can be active whilst developing new skills.The ambitious Carnoustie project was sparked by a petition from Kieran Bell and Andrew Patterson, who were looking for a place they could ride their BMX bikes following police complaints.
They gained support from Carnoustie councillor Helen Oswald and an official committee was soon formed.
The group received financial backing from sportscotland, Angus Council and several community groups including the gala committee and community council.
Carnoustie skatepark opens after four-year campaign
