Tuxford Skate
Park has been launched amid a feast of events, including DJ mixing
sessions and graffiti workshops.
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| The image
on the half-pipe was designed by graffiti artists on the day. |
The
official opening on Saturday 13th April, included events such as skate
demonstrations and a sponsored skate board event.
The project
is the result of hard work from the Tuxford Young People in Partnership
group, with support from the East Midlands Development Agency.
| "It's
been a celebration of the work the young people in Tuxford have
put in over the last year to raise money for the skate park." |
| James Brunt,
Next Stage |
Nottinghamshire
County Council's Next Stage, became involved when they were asked
to organise a music night.
James Brunt,
an arts development worker for Next Stage, says the Skate Park's
launch, was a culmination of a year's hard work;
"It's been a celebration of the work the young people in Tuxford
have put in over the last year to raise money for the skate park."
The
Tuxford Young People in Partnership organisation started 6 to 12
months ago, due to the lack of leisure facilities.
Local parents
initiated the group, but the teenagers put in all the hard work
including the laying of the skate ramp.
The day ended with
a fireworks display, and performances from Tuxford bands including;
Solarflare, Void, Moonwatcher and Protex Blue.
Below, are some pictures from the event:
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| The Tuxford
locals sample the half-pipe. |
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| A successful
landing is watched by many of the Tuxford locals. |
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| Applause
for a successful stunt and landing. |
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| The half-pipe
can be used by skateboarding beginners and experts. |
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| Local Tuxford
bands bang out tunes in celebration. |
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| More tunes
as the evening comes to an end. |
Tuxford Skate Park
is now open for all the youngsters to show off their stunts and tricks. |
