Rawtenstall
Published on December 18, 2018 at 1:30 pm
New visuals have been released as part of the submission of a planning application outlining the Whitaker’s expansion plans.
If the application is approved, the scheme will double the size of the museum, gallery, events and restaurant space, converting the current underused stables and barn area. The proposals also include an extensive list of community engagement activities, events and workshop space
The Council has been working closely with the Whitaker community interest company on the scheme since the company was successful in securing an initial £100,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund, which the Council match funded, for a first stage development grant.
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Published on December 13, 2018 at 3:55 pm
Following last night’s [Wednesday, December 12] full Council meeting, Councillor Alyson Barnes, leader of the Council, released an update on Spinning Point:
In the summer, the Council agreed in principle our vision for Spinning Point phase two. Since then, members from all political parties have been looking in detail at the proposals to make sure what we were proposing was actually deliverable and was backed by firm evidence.
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Published on October 11, 2018 at 11:32 am
Rossendale Council, working in partnership with Lancashire County Council, has commissioned the Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR) consultants to explore the potential for rail connections to the borough.
The study will look at the early strategic case for investment for the Rawtenstall to Manchester corridor. This would involve tram-trains, accessing the Metrolink network at Buckley Wells (Bury) or alternatively using a heavy rail curve at Castleton.
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Published on August 7, 2018 at 10:29 am
Councillor Alyson Barnes, Leader of Rossendale Council, has issued the following statement after residents raised concerns around people racing cars in Rawtenstall:
We have been made aware by concerned residents about an issue in Rawtenstall of people racing cars very late and loudly through the town centre, which is obviously highly dangerous and completely unacceptable.
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Published on June 15, 2018 at 3:44 pm
Rossendale Council has released a further update on discussions around the stopping up order needed for the Spinning Point development.
Councillor Alyson Barnes, Leader of the Council, said:
“I am very pleased to say we are making really positive progress with the Royal Mail on the stopping up order. I have actively been seeking to meet with the chief executive of Royal Mail to thrash out a deal and I am pleased to report we have nearly reached a compromise which all parties can agree.
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Published on April 6, 2018 at 10:17 am
Rossendale Council is sending its warmest congratulations and best wishes to record breaking gold medal winner Tom Hamer.
The 19 year old from Rawtenstall races to glory in the S14 200m freestyle swimming event at this year’s Commonwealth Games.
The Mayor, Councillor Colin Crawforth, said:
“We are absolutely thrilled for Tom.
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Published on March 29, 2018 at 3:35 pm
Rossendale Borough Council has granted planning permission for Phase two of the Spinning Point development.
A full planning application, for the redevelopment of the former Valley Centre site, was submitted by Rossendale Borough Council and Barnfield Investment Properties in December 2017.
Significant community consultation has taken place since December, with members of the public encouraged to view and comment on the proposals during three public information events, a’Facebook Live’ consultation; and presentations to local groups, Rawtenstall Chamber of Commerce and Rossendale Civic Trust.
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Published on March 7, 2018 at 5:55 pm
Historic England have confirmed they have withdrawn their objections to the proposals after seeing the revised plans.
Following a planning application submission by Rossendale Borough Council and Barnfield Investment Properties in December 2017, the design team met with Historic England to explore their concerns relating to the scale, mass and form of the building.
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Published on February 23, 2018 at 12:10 pm
The Flying Scotsman is visiting Rawtenstall Station for its first public outing of 2018 on March 10 and 11. You can find more details on East Lancashire Railway site
Welcoming the news that the famous locomotive is coming to the borough, Councillor Alyson Barnes, Leader of the Council, said:
“I am really excited that the Flying Scotsman is visiting our borough.
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Published on February 20, 2018 at 5:32 pm
Exciting plans on the future of Rawtenstall town centre have been released, which include new leisure and retail units, a hotel and attractive public space.
Following a planning application submission by Rossendale Borough Council and Barnfield Investment Properties in December 2017, the design team has enhanced the originally submitted scheme to address comments from consultees, including Historic England and local individuals.
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