A SKATEPARK in Newton Abbot has received a generous windfall to help repair storm damage.

The Lodge Skate Park sustained significant damage due to flooding during Storm Bert last year.

Now, it has received £2,000 from house builder Persimmon Homes South West to help with repairs.

The park at Wharf Road has long been a key part of Newton Abbot’s skateboarding, scootering, BMX freestyle, inline, and roller-skating scene, providing a safe and inclusive space for young people to engage in active sports.

Run entirely by volunteers, the indoor skatepark operates seven days a week and six evenings a week, offering a range of sessions catering to hundreds of children and young people.

It supports individuals of all ages and abilities, helping them take up a wheeled sport or a volunteer placement that boosts their confidence, wellbeing, and both physical and mental health.

The donation will fund essential repairs and improvements, ensuring the park can fully refurbish its facilities.

Persimmon Homes South West made the donation through its Community Champions scheme, which aims to create a positive and lasting impact in the areas where it builds.

Nikki Taylor, a spokesperson for the Lodge Skate Park, explained: ‘The damage caused by Storm Bert was a huge setback for us, and it was heartbreaking to see our facility in such a state.

‘This generous contribution will allow us to continue repairing and refurbishing the park, ensuring it remains a safe and welcoming space for our community.

‘We are incredibly grateful for their support, as well as that of other local businesses, and we look forward to continuing to be a well-used facility for young people.’

Persimmon Homes South West Sales Director Stacey Harris, said: ‘We believe in giving back to the communities where we build, and we are delighted to support the restoration of the Lodge Skate Park. ‘This facility is an important part of Newton Abbot’s recreational landscape, and we understand how much it means to the young people who use it.’