MORE than £500,000 of improvement works are set to start at Malvern Vale Community Centre.
The works will commence on June 29 and are expected to be completed on August 28 at the centre in Swinyard Road, Malvern.
The nine-week refurbishment programme forms part of Malvern Hills District Council’s commitment to developing and strengthening community hubs for wellbeing by investing more than £4million into community facilities as part of its Community Infrastructure Investment Plan 2025-28.
A new cafe and servery will be installed, with the existing changing rooms and referee changing facilities removed to create flexible multi-use meeting spaces.
There will be a reconfiguration of internal layout to improve community use and the improvements are designed to better meet the needs of the local community and increase the centre’s capacity to host a wider range of activities.
Coun Jennie Watkins, portfolio holder for communities and housing at Malvern Hills District Council, said: “The enhanced facilities will provide residents and community groups with a more versatile and inclusive space to enjoy, helping to strengthen social connections and improve wellbeing across the area”.
Rob Tyler, area manager at freedom leisure said: “The improvements represent an important opportunity to strengthen the role of the community centre as a vital hub for health, wellbeing, and social connection within the local area.
“Community hubs play an increasingly important role in supporting wellbeing by providing safe, accessible, and welcoming spaces where residents of all ages can come together.
“Importantly, spaces such as the new café and multi-use spaces will not only enhance the facility but will bring people together, supporting the health and wellbeing of our residents.”
