Bromham Community Hub marks year after fire destroyed predecessor
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 18 Oct, 06:08 · Archive
The Bromham Community Hub in Wiltshire has been open for a year following its October 2025 reopening after a devastating fire in June 2021.
The Bromham Community Hub in Wiltshire celebrated its first anniversary in October 2026, a year after reopening with the involvement of the Queen. The original centre, which housed a social club and The Owl community pub, was destroyed by fire in June 2021. The loss was described at the time as a 'huge blow' that devastated villagers.
After years of hard work and donations from villagers, businesses and organisations, the rebuilt hub reopened in October 2025. Richard Dyke, chair of the Community Hub, said he was among those 'saddened' by the loss of the old centre but has been 'blown away' by what has replaced it. Ellen Paget, a trustee, said the first year had been 'just brilliant' and described the hub as 'the heart of the village'.
The new hub offers flexible community spaces, a popular café and a sun-trap terrace. It hosts events ranging from World Cup screening parties to private celebrations. The team running the hub say the first year has far exceeded their expectations.
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- Village hub celebrates milestone after devastating fireA community hub in a picturesque Wiltshire village is celebrating a milestone after a devastating fire destroyed its predecessor.Gazette & Herald · 18 Oct, 05:00
- Village hub celebrates milestone after devastating fireA community hub in a picturesque Wiltshire village is celebrating a milestone after a devastating fire destroyed its predecessor.Wiltshire Times · 18 Oct, 05:00
In this story: Bromham · Wiltshire · The Owl · Richard Dyke · Ellen Paget
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