Fitzwilliam Country Park project on track for 2025
Monday, December 09, 2024
Wakefield Council is on track with its plans to bring a new bike skills trail to Fitzwilliam Country Park.
A planning application has been submitted for the new skills trail which has been designed to introduce more people to off-road mountain biking, as well as challenge more experienced riders.
“I’m extremely pleased that this project is moving forward. There’s nothing else like this in the district. And the new skills trail will encourage people to enjoy more of the wonderful outside spaces we have in the district, while staying active and keeping fit.”
Cllr Michael Graham
Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Growth
The Council has been working with various organisations to ensure any work carried out has minimal impact on the local environment.
“We carefully consider the environmental impact projects such as these may have. The new skills trail has been planned to work with the land rather than trying to change it - meaning cyclists will be able to enjoy a very real off-road experience. I look forward to seeing the new skills trail bringing more people to the park to enjoy all it has to offer.”
Cllr Jack Hemingway
Cabinet Member for Environment and Climate Change
The project has been championed by the voluntary community organisation The Black Hills Project in partnership with Reverse the Cycle. Once the new skills trail is complete, they aim to provide support to encourage young people of all abilities to try off-road cycling and highlight environmental responsibilities amongst riders.
The project is being funded by the Town Centre Regeneration fund and is supported by local district councillors.
An application has now been submitted, with a decision expected in February. If approved, work will begin later next year.