Our Story - Ventnor Skatepark.
Charity No: 1165271
Originally built in 2001 with the help from local Mum's and skateboarders, Ventnor Skate park is a much-needed asset for the local youth and the community of Ventnor.
Over the past fifteen years, hundreds of volunteer hours and thousands of pounds have been spent building and maintaining the skate park, located in a stunning spot right on the seafront.
Despite some serious damage caused by storms in 2006 and 2012 and 2014 (one of which caused a massive wave to break over the park snapping the ramp in two) fund raising and maintenance works have never ceased. With the ongoing closures of other youth facilities, and the increased interest in skateboarding as an activity, the park is in more demand now than it ever has been.
The efforts of the committed Volunteers have been tremendous over the years, but due to financial constraints there have only ever been enough funds at any one time to add to the park piece by piece.
April 2015 marked the start of the campaign to finally make the park a permanent structure. This would transform the park into a concrete facility, free from continual need for repairs and creating another worthy tourist attraction for Ventnor, and the Island.
It is one of the most beautiful parts of the UKs coastline, and to be able to skate, to the backdrop of incredible sunsets, whilst looking out to sea is something pretty special.
This page will keep people up to date with fundraising, skatepark information, events and competitions.
If you are interested in learning more about volunteering, fundraising or offering sponsorship or donations please send us a message or contact John Cattle on 07917891555
