by fhp_admin | 16, Jan 2016 | Developments, Park, Projects, Skatepark
Well, the day has finally arrived that we can announce the news that the NEW SKATEPARK IS GOING AHEAD IN 4 WEEKS! This project was conceived toward the end of 2011, with original designs and plans beggining in 2012, which just goes to prove, YOU SHOULD NEVER GIVE UP...
by fhp_admin | 24, May 2015 | Building, Developments, Fundraising, Park, Projects
We have submitted plans Thurrock Council to site a building in the park. This has been part of our long term vision and in a way has happened quicker than we’d hoped! The reason? Someone has donated a building to us!! What is the building for? Our vision for...
by fhp_admin | 22, Mar 2015 | Developments, Fundraising, Park, Projects, Skatepark
One of the projects that Friends of Hardie Park have been working on for a few years is the development of a brand new skatepark. With support from a committed group of (mainly) young people who are keen scooters, BMXers or skateboarders we have finally really the...
by fhp_admin | 21, Mar 2015 | Developments, Park
UPDATE – Latest Photo! We are really excited to see the work started on the new roundabout. It should be completed in a few days and in plenty of time for our Easter Egg Hunt!
by fhp_admin | 18, Dec 2014 | Developments, Fundraising, Park, Projects
In late November Shane spoke with me about something that he had observed in the park and an idea he had as a result. He told me, that he was at Hardie Park looking at the Skate Park that we will be improving when he noticed a family playing by the swings, they had...
by fhp_admin | 01, Oct 2014 | Developments, Fundraising, Skatepark
We have applied for a grant for £126,000 from a local grant provider and need to come up with a final design that everyone is happy with. So we have planned a meeting on Saturday 11th October at 6pm at Hassenbrook Youth Centre. If you want a say in the final design,...
