Coronavirus: All Skateparks are Closed

UPDATE (13/05/2020): https://www.skateparks.co.uk/news/coronavirus-some-skateparks-set-to-reopen/

Skateboard England are advising that all skateparks in the UK are now closed. This follows a statement from the UK government that all indoor and outdoor leisure facilities have closed. Using a skatepark could result in police dispersion and a fine.

Whilst this may seem drastic, we all need to be doing our bit to stop the virus spreading and not putting additional pressure on the NHS with skating-related injuries!

The Skateparks Project is all about promoting the use of skateparks, but when I walked past my local this morning there were far too many people close together. So please do your bit and stay home.

Posted on Skateboard England’s website:

Following the government announcement, we are advising:

• All skateparks are now CLOSED and should not be used

• Stay active alone and at home

• Continue to wash your hands regularly

If you do wish to use your daily exercise time to skate:
Skate Alone // DO NOT use skateparks or shared public spaces // Keep it mellow

Now is not the time to attempt a trick down a 10-set rail – Our NHS is under enough pressure.

Stay At Home. Protect the NHS. Save Lives.

Guidance at  gov.uk

Please see https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/full-guidance-on-staying-at-home-and-away-from-others/full-guidance-on-staying-at-home-and-away-from-others for full guidance and confirmation that indoor and outdoor leisure spaces and communal areas are closed.

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Stay safe and please remember that when this is all over your local skateparks and shops will need your support more than ever!

– Alex and The Skateparks Project team