A planning application has been submitted to build a Multi Use Game Area (MUGA) on the old skatepark, off Cottingley Drive.
The plan developed by Groundwork Yorkshire on behalf of the council, who own the land, aims to create a safe an inviting space. The MUGA will be surrounded by outdoor gym equipment, games tables and concrete seating; the area will be lit and two highly visible routes in and out.
The plans have been have developed in consultation with local residents. The old skatepark was underused and, being secluded, attracted anti-social behaviour.
Having developed the play area for younger children, residents were keen to see sporting facilities for teenagers on the estate.
The works will be funded from the Morley Town Deal funding.
Cllr Andrew Scopes (Labour, Beeston & Holbeck) commented:
“I’m excited about these proposals and the potential for really improving facilities in the area. It’s good to see this go to planning with the extension of the playground on the other side of the estate already in progress.”
You can read the full planning application here. You can comment on the plans until Wednesday 5 March 2025.
Photo: the old skatepark. Credit: Google
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