A crowdfunder to help rebuild Wells' crumbling skatepark has reached 13% of its target – with more than £4,000 raised so far and a £5,000 pledge from Glastonbury Festival giving the wider project a major boost.

The Wells Skatepark Community Group is aiming to raise £30,000 in public donations to help show strong local backing for the scheme – part of a wider £500,000 plan to deliver a brand new, inclusive concrete skatepark for the city and surrounding area.

As of this week, £4,036 has been raised through GoFundMe, with an additional £863.75 expected in Gift Aid.

A spokesperson for the group said: "This is a huge vote of confidence in the project and shows what can be achieved when communities back young people."

The current skatepark, built years ago by volunteers, has deteriorated to the point where most of the ramps have already been removed after being declared unsafe. Local skaters and riders now often travel to Bath or Bristol for suitable facilities.

The group says hitting the £30,000 target would send a clear message that the community backs the project – helping unlock major funding from the likes of the National Lottery and Sports Council.

In addition to the crowdfunded and Glastonbury Festival's contribution, more than £75,000 has already been secured through grants, local fundraising and Section 106 developer contributions.

The new park is being designed by Maverick Skateparks with input from local riders. It will be fully accessible and built to modern safety standards, catering to skateboarders, BMX riders, scooter users and roller skaters of all ages and abilities.

Mayor of Wells Louis Agabani has named the skatepark as his official Mayoral charity of the year and is supporting an art auction in partnership with Wells Art Contemporary, featuring skateboards decorated by professional artists.

To donate or get involved, visit www.crowdfunder.co.uk/skatewells or email [email protected].