Proposed Skatepark at Saughton Park

The City of Edinburgh Council has started a local consultation into proposals to create a skatepark at Saughton Park.

The park would be developed in tandem with other new sports facilities and as part of the redevelopment of a play park which was damaged recently by vandals.

An outdoor skatepark has been long sought after by Edinburgh’s young people and the development of a facility has been part of the Youngedinburgh Action Plan since 2001.

Edinburgh Skatepark Project (ESP) was established in 2001 to represent Edinburgh’s skaters and campaign for skate facilities in the city.

Saughton Park currently has several grass football pitches, an enclosed running track and play area and a new all weather ‘third generation’ full size pitch and sevens area is currently being installed.

The potential skatepark site is located to the east of the existing play area next to Balgreen Road. Early ground condition surveys have shown that the site could be the perfect spot for a new skate park.

If you want to give feedback on this proposed development, please contact John Travers, whose details are listed above.

Frequently asked questions about the proposed Skatepark at Saughton Park (64 kB)

Edinburgh Skatepark proposal plans (374 kB)