Images from fun event to remember ‘kind and happy’ Cam teen

Skate4Josh, took place on Saturday, April 20 at Jubilee Park, and was born out of an idea for a memorial to celebrate Josh Hall’s life by those nearest to him.

His family and friends - who describe Josh as happy, kind and positive - wanted to use the anniversary of his death to spread positivity throughout the whole community.

Organisers say they wanted to make sure that the focal point for his memorial event was to bring the community together in a positive way to celebrate and remember him.

Josh's mum Kirsty has thanked the community for their support, adding that they are so proud of the fact it is all in his honour.

She said: "Without the support of the local community and businesses within Cam and Dursley this event would not have been the success it has become year on year.

"As a family this event makes the day so much easier when we look around and see the happiness and positivity that the day brings.

"We are so proud of the fact that this is all in Joshua's honour."

Skate4Josh has evolved from a small idea for a scooter competition to a family event for the whole community.

Last year around 300 people attended the event, including scooter enthusiasts from further afield who wanted to take part in the scooter competition which was sponsored and ran by Rush Skatepark.

At Saturday's event there was a scooter competition with local skate champion Jordan Sweet running the heats.

There were junior, amateur and pro competitions plus a prize for best trick in each category - there were also various food stalls, including ice cream, brownies, candy floss and a BBQ.

There was also a penalty shootout challenge, children’s crafts, a bouncy castle, games and other activities including safe space for young people. 

All pictures by Simon Pizzey.