Description
Hoblingwell Pump Track is an asphalt pump track in Hoblingwell Wood Recreation Ground in St Paul's Cray, Orpington, in the London Borough of Bromley. Built by Clark and Kent Contractors, it is open to everyone on any wheels, and the charity Access Sport runs coached sessions here.
The Track
This is a continuous asphalt loop of berms and rollers, designed so riders carry speed by pumping rather than pedalling. Big berms at each end are linked by a flowing central section of closely spaced rollers, with line options that let riders link features in different ways. Orange markings are painted on the riding surface.
It was built by Clark and Kent Contractors as part of a wider scheme that also took in landscaping, pathways, a community area for cycling activities and a learn-to-ride area in the adjoining playground. It is open to non-motorised wheeled sports of all kinds: BMX and mountain bikes, balance bikes, scooters, skateboards and in-line skates.
Sessions
The track is an open-access facility run with Access Sport, the charity that worked with Bromley Council on the project. Access Sport runs coached BMX sessions here, including beginner and intermediate sessions and Wingz sessions for young people with a disability, with bikes and helmets provided. Sessions are free at the time of writing, but riders usually need to register in advance, so look at the track's Facebook page or contact Access Sport on bmx@accesssport.org.uk for current dates. Outside sessions the track is open for casual use.
Getting Here
Head for Hoblingwell Wood Recreation Ground, off Leesons Way in St Paul's Cray, Orpington (BR5 2QB). The track is beside the playground, with the sports pitches on the other side.
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