The Wells Skatepark Project is urging the community to support its latest fundraising push, with a construction quote for the new park due to expire at the end of December.

The project has raised and secured pledges of more than £267,500 towards its £500,000 target. Organisers say the amount raised in the coming weeks will affect how much of the planned design can be delivered.

The campaign had passed £223,000 earlier this year. More than £222,000 had been raised by February.

The project team thanked everyone who has contributed time, effort and money so far, and said the current construction quote makes the next few weeks particularly important.

New "Mark on the Park" sponsors include Insane Games and Millican & Mansfield. Lee from Millican & Mansfield said: "We are proud to be sponsoring the new skatepark and supporting our local community. As your local opticians, we're passionate about children's eye health. Encouraging more time outdoors can help reduce the risk of developing short-sightedness (myopia) and may slow its progression. We're delighted to support spaces where kids can stay active and enjoy the outdoors!"

The team is also promoting skatepark stickers designed by 15-year-old Stan Smith, who will sell them to raise money for the project.

People can donate through the project's Crowdfunder, by bank transfer or cheque, or support it through the "Mark on the Park" sponsorship scheme. Local businesses, schools, clubs and community groups are also being invited to organise fundraisers.

More information is available at skatewells.org or by emailing [email protected].

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