These pictures show how the centre will look after the old library and health centre have been demolished. Landscaping, new additional car parking and there will also be a great new children's play park. All this is part of Conservative run Rushcliffe Borough Council's Cotgrave regeneration work.
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The new Cotgrave Hub is open!
We have been telling you about the ambitious and exciting plans for Cotgrave that have been in progress for a few years now - these things do take some time.
And here we are now with the brand new multi-use building now open.
Brand new library (how often do you read that nowadays?) Brand new health centre, Brand new Police station... All in a wonderful modern efficient new building.
Then there is the smart refurbishment of the shops (which actually look brand new too) ALL HERE IN COTGRAVE!
There is more to come of course... The old library, health centre and police station will be demolished early in 2019 and that area will be landscaped along with new extra parking spaces and a brand new children's play park.
And there's more! The other row of shops will also be demolished later in 2019 and four brand new retail/service units will be built in their place.
All this is part of the £10 million pound investment in Cotgrave which has been led by Conservative - led Rushcliffe Borough Council who worked with Nottinghamshire County Council (Conservative led now, thank goodness) , the Health Service/local clinical commissioners, and the Police to bring all this to us.
And we mustn't forget the 15 brand new commercial buildings that are at Hollygate Park - all let and all providing jobs and investment.
So, the next time someone from another political party starts going on about "council not doing anything for Cotgrave", then perhaps you might wonder what time zone they are in!!
We have been telling you about the ambitious and exciting plans for Cotgrave that have been in progress for a few years now - these things do take some time.
And here we are now with the brand new multi-use building now open.
Brand new library (how often do you read that nowadays?) Brand new health centre, Brand new Police station... All in a wonderful modern efficient new building.
Then there is the smart refurbishment of the shops (which actually look brand new too) ALL HERE IN COTGRAVE!
There is more to come of course... The old library, health centre and police station will be demolished early in 2019 and that area will be landscaped along with new extra parking spaces and a brand new children's play park.
And there's more! The other row of shops will also be demolished later in 2019 and four brand new retail/service units will be built in their place.
All this is part of the £10 million pound investment in Cotgrave which has been led by Conservative - led Rushcliffe Borough Council who worked with Nottinghamshire County Council (Conservative led now, thank goodness) , the Health Service/local clinical commissioners, and the Police to bring all this to us.
And we mustn't forget the 15 brand new commercial buildings that are at Hollygate Park - all let and all providing jobs and investment.
So, the next time someone from another political party starts going on about "council not doing anything for Cotgrave", then perhaps you might wonder what time zone they are in!!
Cotgrave is seeing millions of pounds being invested in it with various projects
These include the smart and popular Hollygate Park housing which opened up other funding opportunities for Cotgrave as a whole.
We have 15x brand new commercial business units recently been built to supplement existing units, and all have already been let out to businesses.
The "town centre" regeneration and redevelopment is coming along very well - the main row of shops have new frontages, the upstairs has been completely transformed into fantastic new offices/business units. and next door the brand new health centre, library, police station and Rushcliffe Borough council office, is nearing completion.
When this new building is finished and open, the old health centre and library and police station will be demolished, and that area will be re-landscaped, new/extra car parking spaces will be created, along with a brand new play area and equipment.
The other row of shops on the precinct has recently been taken control of by Rushcliffe Borough Council (who have led and are leading the whole project in partnership with the health providers, Nottinghamshire County Council and the police) so expect to see some positive news and action very soon regarding these - they do rather stand out now when compared to the refurbished row.
Some people are interested in what the layout of the site will be like when the old library and health centre and police buildings are demolished. Here is a layout plan (pdf document) showing the extra car parking spaces and open area.
These include the smart and popular Hollygate Park housing which opened up other funding opportunities for Cotgrave as a whole.
We have 15x brand new commercial business units recently been built to supplement existing units, and all have already been let out to businesses.
The "town centre" regeneration and redevelopment is coming along very well - the main row of shops have new frontages, the upstairs has been completely transformed into fantastic new offices/business units. and next door the brand new health centre, library, police station and Rushcliffe Borough council office, is nearing completion.
When this new building is finished and open, the old health centre and library and police station will be demolished, and that area will be re-landscaped, new/extra car parking spaces will be created, along with a brand new play area and equipment.
The other row of shops on the precinct has recently been taken control of by Rushcliffe Borough Council (who have led and are leading the whole project in partnership with the health providers, Nottinghamshire County Council and the police) so expect to see some positive news and action very soon regarding these - they do rather stand out now when compared to the refurbished row.
Some people are interested in what the layout of the site will be like when the old library and health centre and police buildings are demolished. Here is a layout plan (pdf document) showing the extra car parking spaces and open area.
3rd July 2018
Interesting article in today's Nottingham Post, about the fantastic new office/business units that are now available to local businesses above the refurbished shops.
Work on the new multi service building next door (new health centre, library, police station and Rushcliffe Borough Council drop-in centre) is progressing very well indeed.
As well as all this in Cotgrave centre, we also have the 15 brand new commercial business units on Colliers Way, which have all been let already!
Interesting article in today's Nottingham Post, about the fantastic new office/business units that are now available to local businesses above the refurbished shops.
Work on the new multi service building next door (new health centre, library, police station and Rushcliffe Borough Council drop-in centre) is progressing very well indeed.
As well as all this in Cotgrave centre, we also have the 15 brand new commercial business units on Colliers Way, which have all been let already!
February 2017
Here are some details about timing and plans for Cotgrave centre regeneration work.
Note that Scotland Bank is due to be demolished from later this month.
As with any big project like this, there is bound to be some mess and inconvenience as the work is carried out. Please do try to support the local shops and businesses there whilst this all takes place.
Cotgrave
The plan for the new town
To keep up to date with developments see http://www.rushcliffe.gov.uk/cotgrave
Here are some details about timing and plans for Cotgrave centre regeneration work.
Note that Scotland Bank is due to be demolished from later this month.
As with any big project like this, there is bound to be some mess and inconvenience as the work is carried out. Please do try to support the local shops and businesses there whilst this all takes place.
Cotgrave
The plan for the new town
- January – February 2017: Construction of new access road for Rivermead
- February – April 2017: Demolition of Scotland Bank – likely commencement date Monday 13th February 2017
- May 2017 – May 2018: Current proposed date of construction of the new multiservice centre to house GPs, police, library, Rushcliffe Borough Council contact point and potentially Cotgrave Town Council
- September 2017 – May 2018: Current proposed date for improvements to shop units and the area to the rear of the shops. Flats above the shop units will be converted in to a new business centre.
- Summer/Autumn 2018: Demolition of existing library and police buildings, improvements to the car park, and landscaping of the area.
To keep up to date with developments see http://www.rushcliffe.gov.uk/cotgrave
November 2016
Planning permission has now been granted for the precinct regeneration. This is a major milestone and is good news for Cotgrave.
This is for the improvement and regeneration of shops, a brand new building which will house the brand new health centre, library, police and council offices. Construction work is due to start early in 2017.
Planning permission has now been granted for the precinct regeneration. This is a major milestone and is good news for Cotgrave.
This is for the improvement and regeneration of shops, a brand new building which will house the brand new health centre, library, police and council offices. Construction work is due to start early in 2017.
PLANNING PERMISSION NOW GIVEN!
Detailed planning documents and reports for the actual now-live planning application for the precinct refurbishment, can now be viewed at Rushcliffe Borough Council's website. Hopefully you will find this interesting and also see just how much work is going in to this project and investment in Cotgrave.
You can also see the plans and paperwork for the new multi-service-centre building, which will be the new health centre, library, police station and council contact points. And here is an interesting factual article that has appeared in a business/trade publication.
Detailed planning documents and reports for the actual now-live planning application for the precinct refurbishment, can now be viewed at Rushcliffe Borough Council's website. Hopefully you will find this interesting and also see just how much work is going in to this project and investment in Cotgrave.
You can also see the plans and paperwork for the new multi-service-centre building, which will be the new health centre, library, police station and council contact points. And here is an interesting factual article that has appeared in a business/trade publication.
19th August 2016
Plans for Cotgrave precinct regeneration are now on display at the library
You can also view them on this website.
These are the designs and plans that are about to be submitted for planning permission later this month.
As well as these retail and office units, plans are also going through now for 15 brand new business/commercial units at Hollygate Park, all as part of the Cotgrave regeneration project.
Plans for Cotgrave precinct regeneration are now on display at the library
You can also view them on this website.
These are the designs and plans that are about to be submitted for planning permission later this month.
As well as these retail and office units, plans are also going through now for 15 brand new business/commercial units at Hollygate Park, all as part of the Cotgrave regeneration project.
20th January 2016
Here is an update as to facts regarding the regeneration and investment coming to Cotgrave. This is taken from a report by the Cotgrave Regeneration Board:
I am sure you are all by now aware that Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Cabinet made the decision on 8 December to support the regeneration of Cotgrave Town Centre in line with option one of the report. As you know this option includes phase one of the regeneration of the shopping area. This will be achieved by the complete demolition of properties on Scotland Bank and the current Police Station. A new multiservice centre will be built to include the police, library and health centre. This will be developed to also incorporate new and improved public realm and landscaping. The scheme will also involve a significant and transformational refurbishment of the existing back run of shop units. This will also involve creating a new business centre to create attractive employment space for growing local businesses. The design will incorporate new fascias and glazing to provide a new look along with improvements to the appearance of the back of the shops. Finally improvements to the green space and play area will be made.
As well as the improvements in the town centre the Cabinet has also committed to developing further employment opportunities in Cotgrave through the decision to create 15 new industrial units on the colliery site adjacent to the Council’s existing stock at Colliers Way.
This brings the total investment into Cotgrave Town Centre and the employment land by the Borough Council and partners to approx £10.5 million.
Whilst I appreciate that this decision is not the preferred option for individual board members it does represent a significant step on our journey. Now that the decision has been made I hope we can focus our joint efforts on realising these exciting challenges as soon as possible.
As a Strategic Board our key areas of focus for the coming months to drive the project forward are:
· The submission of a business case to the D2N2 LEP for the Council to be able to drawdown the £3m of funding in 2016/17.
· The transfer of land ownership involving the Police and Nottinghamshire County Council needs to be formally agreed to enable the multiservice centre to progress. Final confirmation from Cotgrave Town Council on whether they would like some space in the centre is also pending.
Here is an update as to facts regarding the regeneration and investment coming to Cotgrave. This is taken from a report by the Cotgrave Regeneration Board:
I am sure you are all by now aware that Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Cabinet made the decision on 8 December to support the regeneration of Cotgrave Town Centre in line with option one of the report. As you know this option includes phase one of the regeneration of the shopping area. This will be achieved by the complete demolition of properties on Scotland Bank and the current Police Station. A new multiservice centre will be built to include the police, library and health centre. This will be developed to also incorporate new and improved public realm and landscaping. The scheme will also involve a significant and transformational refurbishment of the existing back run of shop units. This will also involve creating a new business centre to create attractive employment space for growing local businesses. The design will incorporate new fascias and glazing to provide a new look along with improvements to the appearance of the back of the shops. Finally improvements to the green space and play area will be made.
As well as the improvements in the town centre the Cabinet has also committed to developing further employment opportunities in Cotgrave through the decision to create 15 new industrial units on the colliery site adjacent to the Council’s existing stock at Colliers Way.
This brings the total investment into Cotgrave Town Centre and the employment land by the Borough Council and partners to approx £10.5 million.
Whilst I appreciate that this decision is not the preferred option for individual board members it does represent a significant step on our journey. Now that the decision has been made I hope we can focus our joint efforts on realising these exciting challenges as soon as possible.
As a Strategic Board our key areas of focus for the coming months to drive the project forward are:
· The submission of a business case to the D2N2 LEP for the Council to be able to drawdown the £3m of funding in 2016/17.
· The transfer of land ownership involving the Police and Nottinghamshire County Council needs to be formally agreed to enable the multiservice centre to progress. Final confirmation from Cotgrave Town Council on whether they would like some space in the centre is also pending.
January 2016
Residents and tenants of the new affordable homes at Hollygate Park, have started to move into their homes.
Here is a press release from Rushcliffe Borough Council explaining a little more:
December 2015
Some more facts and information about both the precinct regeneration and also the Hollygate Park new homes and employment site, from Rushcliffe Borough Council.
Residents and tenants of the new affordable homes at Hollygate Park, have started to move into their homes.
Here is a press release from Rushcliffe Borough Council explaining a little more:
December 2015
Some more facts and information about both the precinct regeneration and also the Hollygate Park new homes and employment site, from Rushcliffe Borough Council.
9th December 2015
Cotgrave precinct investment confirmed - £10.5 million
This is really good news, but sadly, because of unrealistic political dogma by a small number of very vocal and fans of social media, the shine has been rather taken away. Here we are, in days of serious financial challenges for local government in particular, with a successful major investment in Cotgrave coming, that has been led by Rushcliffe Borough Council.
Below are extracts from a speech and report that Richard completed in connection with last night's Rushcliffe Cabinet decision. I hope it makes things a little clearer and factual.
This really is a good result for Cotgrave - other nearby villages and towns are crying out for this, and cannot believe the opposition and negativity being put out by a small but loud group, simply because they happen to be of a different political view. This project is for the whole of, and the future of Cotgrave, and it should be welcomed. The amount of time that has been put into getting here and the hard work, cannot be underestimated.
“I would like to see a complete new build of the precinct.”
Given the opportunity and asked in an appropriate way, I think that anyone would say yes to that.
But given where we are financially and also the needs and comments of local businesses and the external bodies and partners, is it necessarily the right answer? I know from talking to local residents that the demand for a complete rebuild is not necessarily universal. Everyone agrees that “something needs to be done” there. It is tired and needs improving, making more attractive and inviting. Most people go to the precinct for the doctors followed by shopping and the library. There is most definitely a need for a bigger better doctors surgery which as you know is a crucial aspect of this whole project, not all under our control.
Both options would open the area up with the removal of the existing library, health centre and Scotland Bank buildings.
If we have a rebuild, what would we actually get? A new set of fewer but larger shop units. They would undoubtedly be shiny and impressive as all new builds are, but with that would come the demand for higher rents. Which leads to the question of what businesses would want to, or crucially, be able to afford to be in them?
One of the features of the existing precinct is that most of the businesses are small and privately owned. Some have been there for many years and we must admire them for surviving during the most challenging of economic times. Some are newer, but speaking to them suggests that they want to continue trading here. But, if the only choice of premises are more expensive ones, then there is a real danger that they won’t be able to stay. And the existing businesses I have spoken to show no enthusiasm for a complete rebuild.
It is well documented that after a long time expecting that an anchor supermarket would come in, they then pulled away for their own commercial reasons. Yes, their own commercial reasons – they must have done some sums.
Agents have been approaching other businesses to “sell” the new precinct idea, but seemingly with little success so far. So it could well be that we would have some very nice new shop units, where old shops used to be, but with no one trading from them. That would not look very good would it? Imagine the headlines: “White elephant shopping precinct with no shops”.
Some might well say that we are used other white elephants that Cotgrave “has demanded” over the years…
We are at a point now where a choice has to be made between Option 1 (refurbishment and 2 (knock-down and rebuild), or even a third, which is to do nothing – and people should be assured that I have had many many comments from people away from Cotgrave saying that we should not be doing any of this – something that I have fought to knock on the head. I've lost count of the number of times people have had a go at me saying, "oh not yet more for Cotgrave". But if you listen to "Labour Matters", you might think that I'm one of those people!
The deadline for drawing down the Growth Deal and other funding that has been secured by RBC and its partner agencies is rapidly approaching, so we do have to move forward now. Residents and businesses in Cotgrave have been waiting a long time to get to this decision, so they need to know.
We know that 900 or so people have signed a petition demanding a complete knock down and rebuild, and Cotgrave Town Council have moved a motion to the same. I absolutely understand why they are saying this because that might seem to be the right thing to do.
But as with so many things, what might seem obvious may not actually be the best or appropriate way forward, which has been explained clearly in the Cabinet report.
Whether we get a complete rebuild or refurbishment, the reason that many people will still be going there is for the doctors surgery, and we must do all we can to work with our partners to ensure that this does appear.
Whatever we do get, either way it is still a major further investment in Cotgrave that other villages and towns in the borough are noticing and wishing for themselves.
And we must not lose sight that it is not just the precinct that we are talking about, but it is the other employment creation opportunities that are part of the whole package at the proposed new business units on the colliery site.
There have been some unhelpful messages appearing on other websites regarding a change of policy/plan by a potential supermarket which was considering being part of the regenerated precinct. It is true that there has been a bit of a set-back, but Rushcliffe Borough Council along with the other bodies and agencies, are still committed to the regeneration project.
These things are always rather complex and there will always be "ups and downs" along the way, but when you have such a moment, instead of running off to the media hoping to score some points, it is actually far better to meet up calmly with others involved, sit around the table and work together to find a way forward.
April 2015 update Just to clear up any confusion and misunderstandings that you may have heard. Very simply, the precinct will be improved and regenerated - it is part of the planning permission requirements of the Hollygate Park housing development. The plans and work are being led by Rushcliffe Borough Council who are working with Nottinghamshire County Council and other relevent organisations.
A huge amount of time and investment has been, and continues to take place in preparatory meetings and discussions at top levels across the board. These include key partners and players from the local authorities, NHS/Health sector, the Police and commercial companies, who will all be part of the exciting and even more positive future for Cotgrave. The nature of these discussions require considerable amounts of professionalism and confidentiality - the positive prospects for Cotgrave cannot be underestimated. It is hoped that there will be a public announcement/displays etc over the summer when matters and plans are further confirmed, which build on the previous public exhibitions and consultations held over the last few months.
These things are always rather complex and there will always be "ups and downs" along the way, but when you have such a moment, instead of running off to the media hoping to score some points, it is actually far better to meet up calmly with others involved, sit around the table and work together to find a way forward.
April 2015 update Just to clear up any confusion and misunderstandings that you may have heard. Very simply, the precinct will be improved and regenerated - it is part of the planning permission requirements of the Hollygate Park housing development. The plans and work are being led by Rushcliffe Borough Council who are working with Nottinghamshire County Council and other relevent organisations.
A huge amount of time and investment has been, and continues to take place in preparatory meetings and discussions at top levels across the board. These include key partners and players from the local authorities, NHS/Health sector, the Police and commercial companies, who will all be part of the exciting and even more positive future for Cotgrave. The nature of these discussions require considerable amounts of professionalism and confidentiality - the positive prospects for Cotgrave cannot be underestimated. It is hoped that there will be a public announcement/displays etc over the summer when matters and plans are further confirmed, which build on the previous public exhibitions and consultations held over the last few months.
Some history about the Masterplan and development
There is lot of interest and discussion about the Cotgrave Masterplan and we thought it might be helpful to give a bit of background. It is quite a long story going back over 20 years. Ever since the colliery closed in 1993, there has been talk about the future development of the site. Over the years consideration had been given to housing, industrial, commercial, business use or a combination of all. At one stage there was talk of many more hundreds of homes than are now planned there. But now the plan is for up to 470 of all types along with commercial and business units. There will also be new playing fields, allotments and open green areas, orchards and ponds.
But we also felt that the new development should not be separate of or stand alone from existing Cotgrave, and nor should Cotgrave be "forgotten". So as part of the planning for the colliery site, requirements were put in place that the centre precinct area of Cotgrave should be improved - it is an unfortunate example of 1960s architecture that has not aged well. Plans include a new public services building provision and new health centre. Of course this won't all happen "overnight", but the commitment is truly there, along with the Government's Growth Point funding recently announced.
There is lot of interest and discussion about the Cotgrave Masterplan and we thought it might be helpful to give a bit of background. It is quite a long story going back over 20 years. Ever since the colliery closed in 1993, there has been talk about the future development of the site. Over the years consideration had been given to housing, industrial, commercial, business use or a combination of all. At one stage there was talk of many more hundreds of homes than are now planned there. But now the plan is for up to 470 of all types along with commercial and business units. There will also be new playing fields, allotments and open green areas, orchards and ponds.
But we also felt that the new development should not be separate of or stand alone from existing Cotgrave, and nor should Cotgrave be "forgotten". So as part of the planning for the colliery site, requirements were put in place that the centre precinct area of Cotgrave should be improved - it is an unfortunate example of 1960s architecture that has not aged well. Plans include a new public services building provision and new health centre. Of course this won't all happen "overnight", but the commitment is truly there, along with the Government's Growth Point funding recently announced.
Details, facts and information about the Cotgrave Masterplan
Information and updates about the Cotgrave Masterplan - the redevelopment and improvements to the precinct and centre of Cotgrave.
Information and updates about the Cotgrave Masterplan - the redevelopment and improvements to the precinct and centre of Cotgrave.
April 2015
Work is progressing swiftly and well at the site. There was a developer's launch event recently where details of the houses and development were announced. This was very well attended by members of the public, many of whom, including families already in Cotgrave, expressed serious wish and interest in moving there. Separately, things are still going on in the background regarding the Cotgrave Precinct redevelopment. It will happen but these discussions are quite long and complex, mainly because of the number of different land owners and other interested and relevant parties involved. This is all being led and taken seriously by the right people who have Cotgrave's interest at heart.
Work is progressing swiftly and well at the site. There was a developer's launch event recently where details of the houses and development were announced. This was very well attended by members of the public, many of whom, including families already in Cotgrave, expressed serious wish and interest in moving there. Separately, things are still going on in the background regarding the Cotgrave Precinct redevelopment. It will happen but these discussions are quite long and complex, mainly because of the number of different land owners and other interested and relevant parties involved. This is all being led and taken seriously by the right people who have Cotgrave's interest at heart.
5th March 2015
The phase one housing layout has now been agreed, which will be a development of 116 homes. Consisting of 75 x two, three, four and five bedroom homes and 41 X one, two and three bedroom affordable homes.
The total housing numbers for the site are 457, which will include 137 affordable homes. Completion of the first show homes is scheduled for April/May 2015, with the first completed house sales scheduled for summer 2015. And you can see homes now being built.
The list of street names for the development has now been approved by Rushcliffe Borough Council with input coming from local schools and Cotgrave Town Council. The chosen names are based on a plant, fauna and wildlife theme, many of which are to be found in the locality.
On-site drainage works are progressing, including work in and around Heron Lake in the country park. A filter system is being installed so that the lake can receive clean water from the housing development storm drainage. Work will hopefully be completed before the new fishing season starts properly this year. A new pedestrian bridge has been proposed across the Grantham Canal. This will act as part of an access link to connect the housing development with facilities in the centre of Cotgrave.
As part of Rushcliffe Borough Council’s regeneration project for Cotgrave, employment opportunities have been created on the development site for Cotgrave youngsters. Several have completed pre-apprenticeships programmes which will give them potential opportunities to achieve employment on the construction site as the development progresses.
Provision has also been made on the former colliery site for employment land. There are currently four existing units on a site area of 1.1 hectares and the outline planning consent extends this site area to a maximum of 3.6 hectares. The units have been designated for offices, manufacturing and warehouse usage. It is envisaged that as many as 500 jobs could be created on this site, which would improve the employment prospects of many Cotgrave people.
The phase one housing layout has now been agreed, which will be a development of 116 homes. Consisting of 75 x two, three, four and five bedroom homes and 41 X one, two and three bedroom affordable homes.
The total housing numbers for the site are 457, which will include 137 affordable homes. Completion of the first show homes is scheduled for April/May 2015, with the first completed house sales scheduled for summer 2015. And you can see homes now being built.
The list of street names for the development has now been approved by Rushcliffe Borough Council with input coming from local schools and Cotgrave Town Council. The chosen names are based on a plant, fauna and wildlife theme, many of which are to be found in the locality.
On-site drainage works are progressing, including work in and around Heron Lake in the country park. A filter system is being installed so that the lake can receive clean water from the housing development storm drainage. Work will hopefully be completed before the new fishing season starts properly this year. A new pedestrian bridge has been proposed across the Grantham Canal. This will act as part of an access link to connect the housing development with facilities in the centre of Cotgrave.
As part of Rushcliffe Borough Council’s regeneration project for Cotgrave, employment opportunities have been created on the development site for Cotgrave youngsters. Several have completed pre-apprenticeships programmes which will give them potential opportunities to achieve employment on the construction site as the development progresses.
Provision has also been made on the former colliery site for employment land. There are currently four existing units on a site area of 1.1 hectares and the outline planning consent extends this site area to a maximum of 3.6 hectares. The units have been designated for offices, manufacturing and warehouse usage. It is envisaged that as many as 500 jobs could be created on this site, which would improve the employment prospects of many Cotgrave people.
2nd February 2015
A "stakeholders briefing session" was held today at Rushcliffe Borough Council's offices to catch up and find out more about the hopes and ambitions for the Cotgrave Masterplan. In particular the recent news about the Government's Growth Deal award generated much genuine ambition and discussion.
Cotgrave's borough councillors were invited to attend and given an opportunity to explain their views and experience. Cllr Bryan Tansley and Cllr Richard Butler took this opportunity and attended, along with the current chairman of Cotgrave Town Council, Vance Wood, who also gave a presentation on behalf of the town council.
The other attendees included the chief executives and senior officers/councillors from Nottinghamshire County Council and Rushcliffe Borough Council, the Government's Homes & Communities Agency, BDW homes, Metropolitan Housing, the Senior partner and doctors from Belvoir Health Group/Cotgrave Health Centre, the local Police inspector. This attendance list confirms how far down the road we are with this Masterplan, and the commitment and enthusiasm to "make things happen" was very encouraging.
We are proud to continue to actually get on with the real work of making Cotgrave an even better place!
A "stakeholders briefing session" was held today at Rushcliffe Borough Council's offices to catch up and find out more about the hopes and ambitions for the Cotgrave Masterplan. In particular the recent news about the Government's Growth Deal award generated much genuine ambition and discussion.
Cotgrave's borough councillors were invited to attend and given an opportunity to explain their views and experience. Cllr Bryan Tansley and Cllr Richard Butler took this opportunity and attended, along with the current chairman of Cotgrave Town Council, Vance Wood, who also gave a presentation on behalf of the town council.
The other attendees included the chief executives and senior officers/councillors from Nottinghamshire County Council and Rushcliffe Borough Council, the Government's Homes & Communities Agency, BDW homes, Metropolitan Housing, the Senior partner and doctors from Belvoir Health Group/Cotgrave Health Centre, the local Police inspector. This attendance list confirms how far down the road we are with this Masterplan, and the commitment and enthusiasm to "make things happen" was very encouraging.
We are proud to continue to actually get on with the real work of making Cotgrave an even better place!