A new city skate spot has opened on the former Broadmarsh site, becoming one of the first of its kind in Europe. The Sussex Street development opened on December 17 after receiving funding from the skateboarding community.
Skate Nottingham, a non-profit place-making, sports development and alternative education organisation, raised almost £17,000 from more than 230 donors through a Crowdfunder campaign. The skatepark was a collaboration between Nottingham City Council, Skate Nottingham and Skateboard GB, which donated £5,000.
The all-weather skatepark named Tram Line Spot is the first UK purpose-built 'street spot'. It is based under the tram viaduct to keep the spot dry and street lights keep the area well lit in the dark. The plans came together after Nottingham City Council approached Skate Nottingham in 2019.
