bearings. Bolton's new indoor skatepark
bearings will be Bolton's new indoor skatepark, built for and by the community. We are currently in our development phase.
Want to keep up to date? Simply complete our contact form and we will send you our newsletter every month outlining our progress and inviting you to upcoming events.
Planned Skateboarding Services
Indoor Skatepark
Our indoor skatepark will be Bolton's only indoor venue for skateboarding and other related activities. Location is yet to be agreed so fill in our keep in touch form so we can keep you updated.
Equipment Hire
Rent high-quality skateboards and safety gear on-site to enjoy skating without the need to bring your own equipment.
Skateboarding Coaching
Professional coaches will guide all abilities in mastering skateboarding techniques safely and confidently. Our coaching service will be available inside the park but will also come to you in our bearings mobile coaching unit!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will the skate park be?
We have yet to find premises for our skatepark, but what we do know is that it will be in Bolton. Keep notified of our progress by signing up to our newsletter
When will the skatepark open?
We don't yet have an opening date, but we're working on it! Sign up to our newsletter to keep notified of our progress.
Will the skatepark be for me?
The skatepark will be for everyone. For all wheels, for all abilities, for all.
What safety measures will be in place at the skate park?
We will enforce helmet use for children, and provide rental helmtes and pads. We will have trained and accredited staff on-site, fully background checked. We will maintain clean, well-lit facilities so we all feel safe.
Will you offer skateboarding lessons or coaching?
Yes, we will provide professional skateboarding lessons for all ages and skill levels. We are developing our mobile coaching offer in the next few months so we can come to your school, youth centre or corporate event to give taster lessons and other skateboard related activities
How can I get more involved?
Quite soon we will be looking for volunteers and coaches. Please complete our contact form and we will get in touch when we are ready to recruit.
How can I find out more information?
If you sign up to our newsletter we will keep you up to date with progress and upcoming events
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Our plans for Bolton's indoor skatepark
Our Vision
Bolton is a town with incredible sporting heritage, from Sir Jason Kenny to Amir Khan, and a skateboarding tradition stretching back nearly 50 years. Yet more than 1 in 4 of its adults are physically inactive, almost half its children live in poverty, and there is no indoor skatepark to serve our 233,000 residents of skating age.
We're establishing a Social Enterprise to change that: an affordable, inclusive facility where people get active, find community, and discover what they're capable of, whatever their age, background, or ability.
bearings isn't a new idea for Bolton. It's a revival of something this town has known and valued for generations, built on a proud skateboarding heritage that belongs to all of us.
For all wheels, for all abilities, for all.
Our community is everything and our indoor skatepark will be built around you
At bearings, we are passionate about skateboarding and its positive effects on our health, wellbeing and community value. We will build a dedicated community for skaters of all levels, whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or an advanced skater aiming to perfect your tricks. bearings will offer a safe inclusive space to develop your skills, connect with others and provide expert guidance and support to help you progress.
What you have already told us
In a recent survey of our skateboarding community, we uncovered lots of important information which is helping us design and shape our park. You said;
“Having a safe place to skate all year round would improve my skills and help me feel closer to other skaters”
“An indoor skatepark in Bolton would revive the skate scene, bring new people into it and help build the community back up”
“I believe a new skatepark would inspire people to start and take them away from being on the streets.”
“it will open doors for the community and the town itself akin to what note and projekts has done to Manchester and also shredenhams to Bristol. A place to regroup, feel safe and express creativity whichever way it feels necessary.”
Tell us what you think
Your views will help shape our skatepark. Complete our survey to tell us more about you, what you think, your thoughts and ideas. The survey is completely anonymous and the responses will help us make our decisions.