These days, skateparks are important social and cultural locations where people of all ages and backgrounds come together to enjoy extreme sports. Skateboarding, BMX bikes, rollerblading and scooters are all common sights at skateparks up and down the country and there are a few notable places that will attract people from all over. Here are a few of the best skateparks in the UK to check out.
1. The Works – Leeds
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You will get many answers if you ask any skate what the best park is in the UK, but one that will always consistently come up will be The Works in Leeds. Spread across an enormous 25,000sq/ft and with ramps designed by local legend Snoz (who has designed parks for Tony Hawk), The Works is a must-visit and somewhere with a great atmosphere – there is also a cafe and viewing balcony when you aren’t skating.
2. Baysixty6 Skate Park – London
Formerly known as Playstationskate park, Baysixty6 is an iconic skatepark that has been a huge part of the culture for many years. Found on Acklam Road in London, this is somewhere that attracts the pros with regular competitions and demos held here. This does mean that it is not ideal for novices, but it can be a great place for observing.
3. Wooden Waves – Newquay
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Newquay is a haven for extreme sports with a strong surfing heritage and this is clear to see at the superb Wooden Waves park. With an intelligent design and smooth ramps, you can continuously ride around here which proves an old-school, laid back feel that is all part of the experience.
4. Skate Plaza – Stoke-on-Trent
Skate Plaza is an incredible and highly unique skate park that was designed to copy the street environment where skateboarding takes place. The park cost £500,000 to build and is spread over an enormous space with sections and ramps for all abilities, including enormous quarter pipes. Obviously, this can make it dangerous and it is vital that BMX users have BMX insurance in place in case they damage their bike while using the park.
5. House of Vans – London
House of Vans is another popular spot in the capital in unused tunnels beneath Waterloo (this also makes it quick and easy to reach). Each tunnel has its own style with four and five being particularly popular. Additionally, there is a real sense of culture and community here that makes it a fun place to hang out.
These are a few of the best skateparks in the UK that attract skateboards, BMX riders, scooter riders and roller skaters from all over the country. This can also create a great atmosphere and they can be great places to spend time for anyone with a passion for extreme sports.
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