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The award-winning 'wizard of skate' who runs a skate park in a Sussex town
8+ hour, 29+ min ago (366+ words) A skateboarding coach has won a regional award for his work. Tom Johnston, the coaching figure known as The Wizard of Skate, was named Bespoke Sports Coaching Service of the Year at the South England Prestige Awards 2025/26. Mr Johnston, who…...
Skate event brings colour, creativity and community spirit
2+ week, 6+ day ago (205+ words) A skate event brought colour, creativity and community spirit. Haydon Wick Parish Council hosted the SK8jam at Haydon Wick Skate Park as the closing event for Mental Health Awareness Week. Despite the wet weather, the afternoon was packed with positive energy…...
How inspirational skater Clare defied the odds to become a world champion on ice
3+ week, 2+ day ago (1004+ words) The inspirational young woman who has used Billingham Forum as a base to defy health challenges and become a world champion. PETER BARRON reports AS she steps out onto the ice in her emerald-green skating costume, Clare Hodgson is understandably…...
Skatepark to get major upgrade as plans approved for indoor circuit
1+ mon, 2+ day 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
1+ mon, 3+ day 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
1+ mon, 3+ week 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
2+ mon, 8+ 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
2+ mon, 4+ 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
2+ mon, 1+ week 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
3+ 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…...