BBC News
watch One-Minute World News
Last Updated: Saturday, 12 May 2007, 13:41 GMT 14:41 UK
Long-awaited skate park in sight
Skate boarder
Local youngsters washed cars to help raise the money
Young people in Tetbury are to have a new skate park.

The £25,000 project was jointly funded by grants, donations and the efforts of local youngsters who charged for washing cars.

The scheme, to be sited at the town's recreation ground, will also include a youth shelter and climbing equipment.

Cate Moore, secretary for Provision for Young People in Tetbury (P4YPT), said it had been a positive experience for all the children involved.

"They've helped raise all the money and led the campaign, with help from adult members of the group," she said.

"Children like Luke, for example, have been campaigning for this since he was 8. He's now 18. That level of perseverance should be congratulated."




RELATED INTERNET LINKS
The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites



FEATURES, VIEWS, ANALYSIS
How Thais learned to cope with 2004 disaster
Test your memory of this year's news in entertainment
How the net music services make their money

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Americas Africa Europe Middle East South Asia Asia Pacific