Case study

£250,000 to support Thurnby’s new community hub

A Leicestershire village’s dream of a new community centre is being supported by £250,000 from the Community Ownership Fund.

Disused Pavilion to become community hub

Thurnby sits on the border between city and countryside and has few community spaces. The unused pavilion space will:

  • be redeveloped and extended
  • create a new community hub and café

The planned hub is located near St Luke’s Church and Manor Park.

New hub to offer community support

The hub will provide a space for people to connect. It will offer a range of support services including:

  • bereavement support
  • parenting classes
  • financial advice

The investment will add to over £750,000 that has already been raised by the church and the local community.

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Published 17 January 2023