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New skatepark put to the test
Skaters, skateboarders and BMXers have been putting Eaton Park’s newest amenity through its paces. The verdict so far: “We’re really, really pleased…”
Eaton skatepark set to open for halfterm
The finishing touches are being added to a £300 thousand skatepark being built in the heart of south Norwich. Norwich City Council plans to open the new amenity in Eaton Park by this weekend, when schools break for halfterm. Read More…
Council rules on parking in parks
A decision’s due next week on charging for parking in two local parks. Growth at the UEA has led to more pressure for parking in the area, angering some local residents. Read More…
Eaton park cutbacks
Around £17,000 will be saved in grounds maintenance at Eaton Park, by removing a number of sports facilities. But some have been saved from the axe, for now.
Eaton park: 6am start
It’s the best time of the year to catch the dawn chorus. If you don’t mind the early start, a guided walk is on offer this Saturday, starting in Eaton Park. Read More…
Eaton Park’s past revealed
Learn how Eaton Park came to be built using hundreds of local men, after the First World war. Read More…
Free firework spectacular
What’s believed to be Norwich’s biggest ever firework display will be staged in Earlham Park this May. The free event is part of the 16-day Norfolk and Norwich Festival. A French pyrotechnic company has choreographed the show to music, using twice as many fireworks as last year. Read More…
Pressure on car parking sparks review
The growth of the UEA is putting a strain on car parking on nearby streets and in Eaton and Earlham parks. Residents have complained they find it difficult to park outside their homes. Charges could be introduced in the parks to tackle the problem of all-day parking.
Concerns have also been raised that no extra spaces have been planned to cater for visitors to Eaton Park’s new 300 thousand pound Skate Park, due to open in the summer. Norwich City Council wants to hear what residents think by 26th March 2010.
Eaton skatepark ready by summer
Work begins on a large skating facility in Eaton Park on Monday. Costing 300,000 pounds and spanning 1000 sqm, the park is designed for skateboarders, BMX bikers and rollerblades. It ‘ll have the capacity to host national events.
A group formed from the skating community helped design the park. Founder member, Chris Sturgess, says: “It’s been a long haul – I have been involved in working towards this for seven years.” “I’m delighted that work is about to start on the park and even more pleased that it’s likely to be open for use in the summer.” Read More…
