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Skatepark to get major upgrade as plans approved for indoor circuit
15+ hour, 41+ min ago (384+ words) A Hampshire skatepark is set for a major revamp after plans to modernise the site were approved. Southsea skatepark is set for a major upgrade after planning permission was granted to build a two-storey building which will include a caf,…...
Brand new skatepark praised at opening event attended by hundreds
20+ hour, 40+ min ago (316+ words) A brand new skatepark saw hundreds of skaters, scooters and supporters turn out for the opening event in Chinnor this weekend who praised it as 'rad'. Chinnor Skatepark in White's Field, off Mill Lane, a project delivered by Chinnor Parish…...
Ice rink missed by skaters more than ever - Letter
3+ week, 1+ day ago (366+ words) Dr Guy Moore, Lake: I notice (CP 03-04-26) that the inaugural Wight Games Festival will take place from June to August, with a "lively mix of traditional sports" " but what about ice-skating which is missing from the list? The week before…...
Historic skatepark to be reborn after huge "560, 000 restoration
4+ week, 2+ hour ago (392+ words) A historic south London skatepark is set for a major revival, with Lambeth Council investing more than "500, 000 into restoring Kennington Park's iconic 'Kenny' bowl. The restoration of the landmark, which has been a key part of London's skate culture since…...
Waterfront ice rink releases packed skating schedule for Easter
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (162+ words) THE Waterfront Ice Rink has revealed its packed Easter skating timetable. The programme features various skating sessions every day of the Easter break, such as public skating, family sessions, figure skating, skate academy, and ice disco nights. The highlight of…...
Ice skating lessons being held for kids and adults during Easter holidays
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (112+ words) INVERCLYDE Leisure is offering Easter intensive skate lessons at the Waterfront Ice Rink. Aimed at both children and adults, these 30-minute sessions will help participants gain confidence and improve their skating skills. The lessons are to be held from Monday,…...
Giant roller-skating event Skate Island coming to Newcastle Racecourse with themed disco nights
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (427+ words) A giant roller-skating event with themed disco nights is coming to Newcastle. Skate Island, which has a giant roller-skating rink will open at Newcastle Racecourse in Gosforth for eight weeks this spring. It will be open between Thursday and Sunday…...
Amber Glenn to make history as first openly queer women's figure skater at Olympics
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (330+ words) US figure skater Amber Glenn is set to make LGBTQ+ history as she prepares for the Winter Olympics in Italy next month. Glenn, who is openly pansexual and bisexual, will be the first openly queer figure skater to compete at…...
Looking back at Olympic skating duo's performances in Sussex
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (316+ words) Following the award of a damehood for famous Olympic skater Jayne Torvill, who lives in Sussex, and a knighthood for skating partner Christopher Dean, we decided to look back at the pair's appearances in Sussex over the years. Dame Jayne,…...
Glasgow ice skater puts on stunning show on frozen Queen's Park pond
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (374+ words) A skater has gained attention on Tik Tok after turning her local pond into an ice rink as Glasgow continues to suffer a wintry cold snap. Christie Shannon, 23, has been ice skating for years, and lives near Queen's Park in…...