As reported, Louth Multiplex Skate Park Project, led by Spout Yard Park's Robert Gwynne wants to turn the old leisure centre into an extreme sports park.

But having formed just three months ago, they are not classed as a charity - something Robert believes makes them the underdogs in the competition between other groups hoping to benefit.

Now the group, which has over 1000 signatures on a supporting petition, want East Lindsey District Council to postpone the deadline on February 26 until they can secure status and urge the community to support them.

Robert said: "We are still hoping ELDC consider this date as negotiable and flexible to give us a reasonable chance of being considered".

Because the swimming pool belongs to a charitable trust, Charity Commission rules state the sale must be used to benefit other sports and recreation charities in East Lindsey either through money from the sale or developing the building to suit another need.

A District Council spokesperson said: "If Mr Gwynne and his group would like to submit a proposal they are more than welcome to do so.

"We won't be extending the deadline but if the Group makes clear that it is in the process of applying for Charity Status this will be kept in mind when the application is considered by the Charities Commission and the Council as trustees.

"Ultimately, the decision will be with the trustees and the community in relation to the future of the asset but the Charities Commission is clear that the decision has to demonstrate best consideration".

Read the full story in this week's Louth Leader - out Wednesday.