Confirmation has been received that Bolsover District Council will receive £15million committed funding to complete a number of regeneration works to benefit the entire district. The projects will include improvements to the public realm, enhancing shop fronts to help make the area more visually appealing to attract shoppers and visitors, and the establishment of a number of creative and community and hubs.
Also included in the bid was the redevelopment of prominent buildings in Bolsover town to help create a thriving place people want to visit and work in, reinvigorating prominent buildings in Bolsover town, the refurbishment of the former church hall in Pinxton and the construction of a Green Skills and Retrofit Skills Centre in Shirebrook. Also included will be a new pavilion/events hub on Shirebrook market place and improvements to the public realm in various towns and villages in the area.
Many of the projects’ initial works have been underway since March this year, with surveys, audits, procurement and planning all progressing well.
Council Chief Executive, Karen Hanson said, “We are delighted to have confirmation from the new Government that we can continue to progress the Council’s vision for a bolder, brighter Bolsover. We will work to ensure that the money allocated will benefit our residents, business communities and attract new visitors to the area.”
Council Leader, Councillor Steve Fritchley said, “This is good news for the entire district of Bolsover. The money will reach every corner of our district and provide a catalyst for further growth, which is our main ambition. The hard work starts now, and I am looking forward to seeing the projects come to life for the benefit of our residents, businesses and visitors.”
Council and government officials will now discuss the project timetables and implementation plans over the coming weeks.
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Bolsover is a beautiful area with scenic landscapes and green space with the Peak District National Park and Sherwood Forest nearby. It has fantastic visitor attractions either within it, such as Bolsover Castle, Creswell Crags and Hardwick Hall; or nearby such as Chatsworth House.
There are lots of places you can visit and have fun with the family, both in the immediate locality and further afield. Bolsover is a place full of surprises, with friendly communities, affordable housing and the perfect location to refresh and recharge.
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