Every time he visits London my partner has to head to Southbank to re-live his youth. The Southbank skatepark, where they came to hang out and practice tricks back in the 70s, still exudes a prickly "them" and "us" atmosphere. Now the graffiti art is prized and there's a railing to keep tourists out of harm's way. It might lack its original edge, but it's still the best place to show off your flips.
www.londonskateparks.co.uk/skateparks/southbank/
Southbank, London SE18XX
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