Cranbrook children are first to try the new pump track

Cranbrook Town Council has officially opened its new biking facility, and the youngsters are clearly thrilled.

Excitement was in the air at the opening event for Cranbrook Town’s new pump track, unveiled last Saturday, September 21.

The free-to-use track is for riders of all levels, including those on bicycles, BMX bikes, scooters, roller skates, or skateboards.

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The council built the track to encourage residents to engage in physical activity while also promoting a sense of community and fun.

Professional BMX riders appeared for the opening day, with an impressive array of demonstrations that captured the awe of the audience.

The atmosphere was reportedly lively, with local children and teenagers testing their skills in games and competitions made possible by the new facility.

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Co-funded through a partnership between Cranbrook Town Council, East Devon District Council, and Move More Cranbrook, a Sport England grants’ programme, Cranbrook Pump Track is the latest addition to the town's growing efforts to provide residents with accessible ways to stay active. 

Councillor Les Bayliss, Chairman of Cranbrook Town Council, said: “This new addition to Cranbrook is a fantastic milestone for the community. Cranbrook Town Council remains committed to making the town a vibrant and enjoyable place for the residents. 

“It's wonderful to see people enjoying the pump track and the other amenities. Once again, special thanks to East Devon District Council and Move More Cranbrook for their funding and support in bringing the incredible pump track to life."

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Matt Rowett from Move More Cranbrook said: “Watching all ages and abilities circle around the pump track was really exciting. The track not only provides a fun and free activity for the residents of Cranbrook but also aligns with the Move More Cranbrook initiative's goal of helping people incorporate physical activity into their daily lives.

"Move More Cranbrook is committed to enabling people in the town to move more and providing facilities however they choose to do that. It’s not about running marathons, but finding small ways to be more active every day.”

The track is located in the award-winning Cranbrook Country Park, located at EX5 3BA, with the What3Words location: //worthy.remotest.diamonds.

Above: Image: Matt Round Photography