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Aireville Park

Aireville Park, a large open space with sporting facilities, is available for organisations to book for outdoor events.

Aireville Park dates back to the 1830's when it was part of the Aireville Estate owned by the Dewhurst family. The estate passed into the hands of Skipton Council in 1945 and it was at this time that some sporting facilities were included.

Aireville Park is available for organisations to book for open air (outdoor events). You will need to comply with certain licensing regulations, these are available by contacting the Council (01756) 792805 or email csp&fc@cravendc.gov.uk

The park boasts:

  • 14 hole Pitch and Putt course
  • Wheelpark for BMX, skateboards and rollerblades
  • Children's play areas
  • Multi Use Games Area, offering football, tennis, netball and basketball
  • Craven Swimming Pool and Fitness Centre, facilities include: main and training pool, fitness centre, Coffee Lounge and Vending and health suite (sauna and steam rooms).

Aireville Park is also the home of the annual Skipton Triathlon (managed by Freebird Events), the largest pool based triathlon in Yorkshire and Humberside.

Wheelpark

Wheelpark for BMX, skateboards and rollerblades has features such as:

  • quarter pipe
  • grind rail
  • grind edges
  • steel and concrete ramps.

Free access to all for experienced and novice riders.

Play Area

We have two play areas in Aireville Park, a larger park is just a short walk from Craven Swimming Pool and Fitness Centre. The smaller park which is located just outside of the Coffee Lounge is for children up to 3 years old. 

Events in Aireville Park

There are several events in the park throughout the year.  The table below list the dates for each of these events.  All new events must firstly check the date, contact the relevant officer and then follow our booking procedure.

Date

Event

Website

14 April 2013

Skipton Triathlon

The Skipton Triathlon is the ideal event for the novice competitor wishing to give triathlon a go.

This early season event has always proved to be extremely popular, earning itself the status of becoming the largest pool based Triathlon in the Yorkshire & Humberside region.

www.freebirdevents.co.uk/events/

12 May 2013

The Wiggle "Yorkshire Weaver"

A brand new cycle sportive event from the UK's leading cycle event company: Kilo to Go. Two distances available 56mile and 90mile taking in Airedale, Wharfedale, Nidderdale and returning to Skipton through the Yorkshire Dales. Takes in some of the 2014 Tour du France route. Book early to secure your place as likely to sell out

www.kilotogo.com/

1-2 June 2013

Oxfam Trailtrekker

Join 300 inspirational teams from all walks of life, take on the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park and achieve something incredible.

www.oxfam.org.uk/trailtrekker

8 June 2013

Skipton Gala

http://www.skiptongala.org.uk/

27 July 2013

Skipton Fake Festival

Featuring Tribute Bands to The Killers, The Prodigy and Foo Fighters plus five local support bands.

www.fakefestivals.co.uk/

1 September 2013

Skipton 2: Late Summer Triathlon

Following the huge success of the Skipton Spring Triathlon this event offers you another change to take part in this excellent event. Ideal for the novice competitor wishing to give triathlon a go or for more experienced athletes.

/www.freebirdevents.co.uk/events/

29th September 2013

Craven Energy: Skipton Junior Traithlon

Junior Triathlon 8-9 yrs:  50m swim / 0.75km bike / 0.5km run

Junior Triathlon 9-11 yrs:  100m swim / 1.5km bike / 1km run

Junior Triathlon 12-14 yrs:  200m swim / 2.25km bike / 1.5km run

www.cravenenergy.org/

26 October 2013

Zombie Survival - "Run for Your Life"

Brand new event for Skipton and one to remember. Participants navigate either a 5 or 10km course with range of obstacles while trying to avoid the zombies. Enjoy the post race zombie party, licensed bar, live music and masses of fun zombie entertainment

www.freebirdevents.co.uk/events/

November 2013

The Great Skipton Santa Fun Run

1000 Santa's running around the Town Centre raising funds for a selection of local charities.  Excellent 5km course taking in the Histroic Market town centre, Skipton woods and Canal.  Runner and Walkers of all abilites and ages welcome. 

www.skiptonsantafunrun.com

Event Booking Officer contacts

Events wishing to book Craven Swimming pool and Fitness Centre contact: Mr Lloyd Hancox, Leisure Services Manager, Craven Swimming Pool

Tel 01756 792805 Email lhancox@cravendc.gov.uk

Sports Events wishing to book Aireville Park to contact Bruce Dinsmore, Sports Development Officer,

Tel 01756706391 Email bdinsmore@cravendc.gov.uk

Arts or Cultural Events wishing to book Aireville Park to contact Catherine Johnson, Arts Development Officer

Tel 01756 706408 Email cjohnson@cravendc.gov.uk

All other event types wishing to book any other Council land should contact

Tel 01756 706257 Email propertymanagement@cravendc.gov.uk

There are many other parks across the District, all of which have their own events.  These are listed on the Craven Events website.