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Belmont Community Sport has recognised a critical need for an inclusive sports facility for Cheltenham and Gloucestershire. The current Belmont school site has planning approved for these essential upgrades that will give access to over 400 hundred children daily and many more at evenings and weekends. The existing field is unusable for most of the year—a muddy, waterlogged patch with poor drainage and inadequate foundations. Meanwhile, the children learn to cycle on adapted bikes in the school car park!
This isn’t just inconvenient—it blocks access to the many benefits sport offers, especially for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). For these students, engaging in fitness and sport isn’t just about exercise; it’s about building confidence, improving physical and mental health, and feeling included and valued within the community.
Imagine the smiles lighting up their faces as they experience the freedom of cycling on accessible bikes designed just for them—the feel of the handlebars, the gentle hum of the wheels, the joy of moving independently. These sensory experiences are priceless and transformative.
Without proper facilities, many SEND children and their families miss out on these life-changing opportunities—leading to isolation, frustration, and reduced wellbeing.
That’s why our mission at Belmont Community Sport is clear: we want to create an inclusive, all-weather outdoor sports centre that serves the entire community—one that offers exceptional resources and access for students and the SEND community alike.
The project will include exciting facilities like:
A Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA)
Providing a versatile space for football, basketball, netball, and more—perfect for individuals and teams alike.
AN 800M TRAFFIC FREE CYCLING TRAIL
A specifically designed cycle trail for safe, year-round cycling enjoyment by children and adults of all abilities. The trail is fully accessible for wheel chairs and adapted bikes for use by all.
FULLY ACCESSIBLE PUMP TRACKS
Our project will have a specially designed pump track that can facilitate disable children who can access the thrill of movement alongside highly skilled ambulate children with a desire for speed and excitement.
We’re building a space that welcomes everyone—a safe, accessible, and inspiring environment where all members of our community can move, grow, and thrive. For BMX enthusiasts to hone their skills and enjoy adrenaline-fuelled fun.
Bells & Whistles – Drone Mockup Overview
This aerial mockup highlights the exciting planned developments for Belmont’s new community sports hub. The site will feature a state-of-the-art Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA), a running track, cycle track, pump track, and a long jump pit — all designed to encourage inclusive, year-round physical activity for all ages. These additions will transform the space into a vibrant centre for sport, recreation, and community wellbeing.
MUGA (Multi-Use Games Area)
200m Running Track
Secondary Play Are
Cycle Track
Cycle Track
Cycle Track
Cycle Track
100m Running Straight
Bike Pump Track
Long Jump Pit
New Bleacher Seating
Current Site Conditions
These images show the existing conditions of the Belmont Community Sport site — including muddy, waterlogged sports fields and a worn concrete playground. The planned redevelopment will transform these underused and weather-affected areas into high-quality, accessible spaces that support a wide range of sports and activities for the whole community.
