Wheeled Sports Facility - The Final Design

The Final Design

Thank you to all residents who took part in the consultation for the Wheeled Sports Facility - the results of the consultation can be found here: Wheeled Sports Facility Survey Feedback Report

Betongpark have revised the design based on the feedback received during the consultation. Images of the design are below and are subject to planning. 

Betongpark have explained some of the changes below: 

Incorporated stairs, rails, and hubbas:

  • Responding to strong feedback for street-style elements, stairs with accompanying grind features (rails and hubbas) have been added.

Redesigned the looped route:

  • The original loop with low-level plaza elements has been reimagined to house more advanced features.
  • This loop can now be skated independently by more experienced users.

Flipped the loop orientation:

  • The loop has been moved to the opposite side of the site to better utilise the natural topography.
  • This allows for a more seamless integration of level changes into the landscape.

Dedicated plaza zone near entrance:

  • To retain the popular ‘plaza vibe’, the area closest to the entrance and path is now a low-level plaza zone.
  • It includes classic features like ledges and low rails for accessibility and versatility. We have varied the ledge heights throughout as a comment at consultation was that the variation allows for progression.

Wide learning quarterpipe added:

  • A new beginner-friendly quarterpipe has been added on the eastern edge, set at +1.0m height.
  • This supports progression and provides a welcoming entry point for new skaters.

Flat bank hip on western edge:

  • A wide, accessible flat bank hip has been added, as requested.
  • Its position helps connect the park with the bowl area and includes a fun extension on one side for variety.

Budget redistribution for raised loop:

  • To accommodate the more complex raised loop with stair features, budget adjustments were necessary. Users mentioned that we could step this from the pool level, but through many design iterations we opted for the loop as it better functionally and aesthetically.
  • This resulted in resizing, reshaping, or removing some original plaza obstacles.

Revised bowl/pool design:

  • The original bowl/pool option has been replaced with a classic kidney-shaped pool. This is a classic and timeless design that is always such a fun shape to skate. Users also mentioned that they wanted a more simple pool and we believe that this ticks all the boxes.
  • This choice balances the needs of both beginners and advanced users while keeping the desired aesthetic and function.

What's Next?


The facility received support from the majority of residents and as a result we will take this design to a meeting with planning officers at Central Bedfordshire Council to discuss the next steps.

The Town Council has committed £100,000 by way of Section 106 funding to construct the facility, this money has to be spent on the Greenacre Park. Once the planning stage is complete, we will look to secure funding for the remainder of the costs through grants, crowd funding and other schemes.