Our Mission

We’re on a mission to transform Pooley Park into a thriving, inclusive mountain bike hub for the whole community.

This isn’t just about trails…

It’s about confidence, wellbeing, friendships, and giving people a positive place to escape to.

With your support, we’re bringing riding back to life.

What Is Phase 1? – The Skills Area

Phase 1 focuses on building a dedicated Skills Area. A safe, progressive environment where riders can learn and develop.

This area will include:

• Beginner-friendly features to build confidence

• Progressive rollers and small jumps

• Cornering zones and flow sections

• Space for coaching, school groups, and community sessions

It will be the foundation for everything that follows.

What We Need Funding For:

To make this happen, we need the right tools, materials, and equipment:

• Trail building tools (spades, rakes, tampers)

• Wheelbarrows for moving materials across site

• Construction materials (aggregate, timber, surfacing)

• Equipment hire (diggers, compact machinery)

• Safety equipment for volunteers

Every pound goes directly into building a safe, long-lasting facility.

Why This Matters:

This project will:

• Improve mental health and wellbeing through outdoor activity

• Provide a positive outlet for young people

• Bring the community together through shared purpose

• Create opportunities for coaching, progression, and inclusion

• Help people rediscover the outdoors and stay active

For many, riding a bike is more than a hobby… It’s a lifeline.

Community-Led, Volunteer-Driven

This project is powered by:

• Local riders

• Volunteers

• Pooley Park MTB Club

• Support from Community Ride Project CIC

We’re putting in the time, effort, and passion, we just need your help to bring it to life.

Our Goal:

We are aiming to raise £50,000 to fully deliver Phase 1. This total is an accumulation of grants we are hoping to achieve. But the big grants only happen if there is proof that the community want it as much as we do!

Every donation, big or small, moves us closer to:

- A finished Skills Area

- A stronger community

- A better future for local riders

How You Can Help:

• Donate whatever you can

• Share this page with friends and family

• Get involved as a volunteer

• Support future fundraising events

The Bigger Vision:

Phase 1 is just the beginning…

Future plans include:

• Expanded trail networks

• Advanced features and jump lines

• Inclusive programmes and coached sessions

• Community events and youth development

This is about building something that lasts for generations.

Thank You. Your support means everything.

Together, we can turn Pooley Park into a place where people:

• Learn

• Progress

• Connect

• And feel alive on two wheels

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