Initial plans for a new £2million cycling, climbing and play facility in Clacton have been unveiled.
Tendring District Council is working on a project to deliver a scheme featuring a pump track, learn-to-ride cycling area and bouldering site at the rear of Clacton Leisure Centre in Vista Road.
Suitable for BMX, scooters and skateboards, the pump track is split into four sections, culminating in an exciting jump line while three-metre-high climbing boulders will be the first facility of its kind in the district.
Natural and equipped play areas also form part of the scheme with the entire landscape will be designed to be fully inclusive.
While this facility will be free to use, a complementary project could see new padel courts installed with hire charges applicable.
TDC is working alongside Alliance Leisure to develop plans for the site and is inviting feedback on the scheme as part of a public consultation with a full planning application due to be submitted later this year.
Councillor Mick Barry, Portfolio Holder for Leisure & Public Realm said: “This is an incredibly exciting project with the potential to deliver something special for our district.
“The benefits of this type of facility are huge, promoting improved physical health, positive socialisation and an increased sense of wellbeing.
“We want this to be something the community can be proud of, which is why it is so crucial people give us their thoughts through our consultation period.
“Our intention is that this will deliver active benefits for our residents for many years to come.”
Full details about the proposals can be found here.
Residents can have their say on the plans via the public consultation here.
This project is part of the Community Regeneration Partnership – a £20million investment programme from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government aimed at revitalising Clacton and Jaywick Sands.
