Penzance community welcomes new skatepark
A new skatepark with funding from LiveWest has opened following a six year community effort.
A new skatepark at King George V Playing Field has officially opened in Madron, Penzance.
A Skate Jam event marked the official opening with a community BBQ and cake stall alongside a fun-filled skate competition and professional demos throughout the day.
The skatepark has been built on Madron playing field for the community where a new track to the facilities was also created to make it easier to access. The design was developed in consultation with local residents and built by Maverick Industries.
Through a social value contribution from LiveWest contractors, Jewson Partnership Solutions donated £15,000 to fund the skatepark.
Jodie Ellis, Clerk for Madron Parish Council, said: “Madron Parish Council is proud to have worked alongside various funders, including LiveWest and social partners Jewson Partnership Solutions, to create a community-led wheeled sports park for Madron.
“The new facility at King George V playing field is now open to all and has been thriving since the opening in September 2025.
“The skatepark facility is incredible and fits beautifully into the rural setting we are so lucky to have. The project has created something special for the wheeled sports community of all ages and abilities.
“The parish council is grateful to all our funders and the community in supporting us to deliver this facility for everyone.”
The project was also supported by Sports England, the Madron War Memorial Trust, and members of the community in Madron.
The skatepark is free to use and open to all, and a local skateboarding coach ran a free taster session at the skatepark during half term.
Since the skatepark has opened the parish council has received lots of positive feedback from local residents who are very pleased with the facility.
Their feedback included comments such as: “It’s busy up there all the time. Even before school. It’s made such a difference, and the kids are talking about it at school.
“There are also lots of kids up at the skatepark in the evenings. It’s lovely. They’re up there, not at home on their iPads.”
Another community member added: “We wanted somewhere kids could be out making friends, being physically active, and doing something that’s good for their wellbeing.
“We are absolutely thrilled. It’s the icing on the cake to have it always so busy.”
The pavilion could also be used for other activities in the future as it is more accessible meaning economic growth for the area.
