Community hall opens in Cambridgeshire after six years

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 21 Oct, 10:32 · Archive

Fenstanton Community Hall in Cambridgeshire has officially opened following more than six years of planning.

Fenstanton Community Hall, located on Crest Drive in Cambridgeshire, officially opened on 30 September following more than six years of planning and fundraising. The project received a £500,000 contribution from Cambridgeshire County Council.

The facility is designed to offer a welcoming, fully accessible space for residents of all ages. It includes a multi-purpose hall, kitchen, IT hub, flexible meeting spaces and accommodation for the parish council.

Peter McDonald, Chair of Cambridgeshire County Council, said: 'Community spaces like this can be truly transformational.' He noted that loneliness remains an important issue for many people, and that places where residents can come together and build relationships are increasingly valuable. Kevin Forbes Mitchell, trustee of the Fenstanton Village Hall Trust, said: 'After more than six years of planning, fundraising and seeing the building grow from an idea into reality, it's fantastic to finally open the doors.'

How it is being reported

• £500,000-funded community hall opens after six years of planningA new community hall has opened in Fenstanton, Cambridgeshire, following more than six years of planning.Cambs Times · 21 Oct, 10:00
• £500,000-funded community hall opens after six years of planningA new community hall has opened in Fenstanton, Cambridgeshire, following more than six years of planning.Ely Standard · 21 Oct, 10:00

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