It's been five years of twists and turns but Mumbles Skatepark is now, finally, officially open. The epic £461,800 park, funded by Mumbles Community Council and the National Lottery Community Fund, features a large skate "bowl" attraction, transition areas, and a "street area" with obstacles, rails and ledges for skateboarders, roller-skaters, scooter riders and BMX riders of all ages and abilities to enjoy.
The park, built by Maverick Skateparks which owns and operates several skateparks across England and Wales, first opened to the public in February but had its official launch on Saturday, June 10. At the launch event, dubbed the "Mumbles Skatepark Jam," dozens of skateboarders, roller skaters and scooter riders of all ages took to the bowl and the street area to show off their skating and impressive tricks and turns, whilst hundreds of their family, friends and members of the community turned up to spectate and support.
There was also music, demonstrations by professional BMX riders, and a few food and drink and community stalls for people to peruse while the launch event 'jam' took place. Organisers also hosted a competition and challenged people to show off their skills in front of the crowds.
