Discover what’s on offer at Braunstone Town Council – A behind-the-scenes experience like no other!
Get an insider’s view of what makes Braunstone Town Council a trailblazer in sustainability and community engagement. This exclusive study tour offers a chance to connect with the people behind the scenes while exploring key sites highlighting the council’s innovative initiatives.
Tour Highlights
🌟 Thorpe Astley Community Centre — Discover a multi-use venue housing a GP outreach surgery, nursery, and sports park. Learn about its impressive carbon-neutral design, featuring solar panels, an air source heat pump, and electric vehicle charging points.
🌿 Climate change and environmental vision — Gain valuable insights into Braunstone Town Council’s forward-thinking approach to tackling climate change and enhancing biodiversity.
🌳 Meridian Park — Explore this reclaimed land, transformed in partnership with a developer into a thriving biodiverse recreational space.
🚴 Sustainable transport in action — Walk along a newly developed cycle and pedestrian route connecting Braunstone Town to Thorpe Astley, showcasing the council’s dedication to sustainable travel.
🍽 Dinner and networking — Enjoy an evening meal at Braunstone Town Council’s offices, where you’ll have the chance to exchange ideas with fellow delegates from across England.
📚 Community connection — Visit the Wednesday parent and toddler group at Braunstone Library, then explore the customer services shop, Changing Places toilet, and the Bar/Café at Braunstone Civic Centre—exemplars of carbon reduction with solar panels and EV charging points.
🚗 Improved transport links — Hear how Braunstone Town Council collaborated with local authorities to create sustainable transport solutions across boundaries and tiers.
🤝 Best practice sharing — Engage in discussions with peers about strategies for climate action and biodiversity enhancement.
🎳 Shakespeare Park — Try your hand at indoor bowls while visiting this state-of-the-art sports pavilion with tennis facilities and a vibrant play area.