The council has agreed that part of the site on Lower Road will be marketed for up to 12 months, allowing groups involved in community work to propose sustainable uses that meet local needs and offer lasting benefits to residents.
There is also potential for a local school to expand onto another section of the land, which could create further opportunities to support local children and families. The former Sports and Social Club has been vacant since its closure in 2017, and the council is now eager to see this important local asset revitalised.
“"This is a really positive opportunity to give part of this site a new lease of life. We want to hear from organisations with exciting, sustainable and viable ideas for how the site could be used to meet local needs and make a real difference for residents. Alongside this, the potential planned expansion of the local school offers another important opportunity to support children and families. Together, these possibilities give us a real chance to make the most of this site for the community and for future generations."
