Glenrothes Pump Track
Glenrothes KY7 5PS
Description
The Glenrothes Pump Track is a newly opened, competition-grade asphalt circuit (size: approximately 125 m × 60 m) nestled in the revitalized Riverside Park, Glenrothes, Fife. Unveiled in 2025 as part of a £5 million Levelling Up-funded regeneration, it supports riders of all abilities—bicyclists, scooter users, skateboarders, and adaptive equipment. The track is part of a refreshed park offering that includes adventure play, labyrinths, disc golf, and scenic walking paths.
Features
- Durable all-weather asphalt designed for competitive-level riding and accessible use
- Track dimensions: approximately 125 m × 60 m—ideal for rhythm and flow-based laps
- Located within a newly refreshed park with inclusive features: play area, kids’ cycling track, disc golf, maze, and wildflower gardens
- Free, public-access outdoor facility naturally daylight-lit (no mention of floodlighting)
Further Info
Social Media
- Fife Council Facebook / Instagram posted about the park opening—search “Riverside Park Glenrothes pump track” on their official pages
- Friends of Riverside Park likely feature updates via their community channels
Before You Go
- Opening Hours: Open 24/7; daylight visits are best as there’s no floodlighting indicated.
- Cost: Free for public use; no booking required.
- Access: Located in central Glenrothes within Riverside Park—easily accessible via local paths, with improved parking and links to town-centre walkways
- Surface: Smooth asphalt—ideal for bikes, scooters, and wheel sports. Soft wheels recommended for scooter/skateboard users.
- Beginner Friendliness: The facility is inclusive and welcoming—great for novices yet engaging for experienced users.
- Equipment: Helmets and protective gear strongly recommended.
- Notes: This pump track is part of a pioneering regeneration and is rapidly becoming a community hub. Keep an eye on Fife Council and Friends of Riverside Park channels for future events like group rides, kids’ coaching sessions, or Parkrun coordination.
