Residents are urging officials to release land for a bike and skate track funded by a past sale.
The pump track had approval in 2008 as part of leisure centre planning. Yet, the land sits unused right now. Robert Macey attended a town council meeting where they discussed how to get things going. Macey holds a culture and digital post.
Macey mentioned needing space for leisure centre growth. Officials will explore funding for a site study. The study will review needs and expansion options, and also assess what Oswestry lacks. They will consider biodiversity gains.
Councilor Olly Rose thinks the delay is absurd and helped start the petition for this pump track. She says the location is perfect and they have funds. Rose wants to avoid another consultation because people greatly desire the pump track.
Jay Moore stated English Heritage backs the plan, noting that bikers damaged the nearby hill fort site. The pump track could draw bikers away, allowing them to go to a controlled space instead. This would protect historical sites.
Duncan Kerr thinks Shropshire Council faces money issues and doubts they can find funds for this project. Macey agreed finances are tight currently, but said they welcome funding partners.
Rosie Radford said the town has done studies and they know the costs already. Macey offered to propose it to the council if so, seeing potential for Oswestry.