We’re delighted to announce that we have had been successful in gaining funding from the East Ayrshire Renewable Energy Fund for our two main projects –
Pump track – we have received £4k in funding to commence the design phase of the project. This is a vital stage in completing the Community Asset Transfer, to develop the site at Stranhead Park.
Annick Quiet Road Network – £43k in funding has been awarded to allow us to complete the preliminary assessments required to progress with the project. The routes that form the QRN can be viewed here – Annick QRN Routes
Without the generous funding from the EAC REF we would not have been able to progress to the next stages of these projects. We are tremendoudly grateful for the support they have given to our community projects.
We have also received an update on the Annick Valley Active Travel Route from Ayrshire Roads Alliance (ARA) who ARA are continuing the preliminary work and assessments for the project. ARA have brought in consultants, Stantec, to help guide the next stage. Community engagement meetings will be popping up soon, so keep an eye out — we’ll keep you posted as we hear more.
This outlines our proposal to develop a Pump Track at a section of land (indicated in the image below) at Dalry Road, Stewarton.
TRANSFORMATION STRATEGY
East Ayrshire Council on 28 June 2012 approved a Transformation Strategy designed to ensure that council services can remain financially sustainable in the current economic climate. As part of the strategy the authority is looking to reduce its property portfolio by 25%, with properties being considered for Community Asset Transfer based on their current use and condition.
BACKGROUND
Cycle Annick SCIO are keen to develop a pump track to help us meet the goals of our charity and support the community desire, which was noted in a previous feasibility study (2022). The facility will be open for all wheeled sports to be used for free during daylight hours, with the opportunity for groups or clubs to gain exclusive access through paid-for sessions.
WHAT IS A PUMP TRACK?
A pump track is an inclusive and integrated asphalt circuit of rollers and banked turns designed to be ridden by bikes, skateboards, scooters and all things wheels. As they advance users generate momentum by up and down movements instead of pedalling or pushing. It is a great way to get your kids away from the screen and engaged in physical and social activity. It is fun! There are no plans for permanent flood lights, although clubs may use portable lights during their sessions. CCTV will be installed to deter any anti-social behaviour.
It is an inclusive and integrated asphalt circuit of rollers and banked turns designed to be ridden by bikes, skateboards, scooters and all things wheels. As they advance users generate momentum by up and down movements instead of pedalling or pushing. It is a great way to get your kids away from the screen and engaged in physical and social activity. It is fun!
There are no plans for permanent flood lights, although clubs may use portable lights during their sessions. CCTV will be installed to deter any anti-social behaviour.
COMMUNITY CONSULTATION
A Community Consultation has been implemented to ensure the backing of the community and to answer any questions that you might have on the asset transfer to Cycle Annick SCIO. An online survey can be found here – Public Consultation
Paper copies of the consultation survey are available at Fast Rider Cycles,Lainshaw Street, Stewarton. scanning the Q-code.
On conclusion of the consultation Cycle Annick SCIO will consider the representation and provide further information to those that have taken the time to respond.
