• Update on Marchwell Studios – July 2026
    by CCDT on July 13, 2026 at 9:36 am

    There’s been plenty of activity at Marchwell Studios over the past few months, and we’re delighted to share the latest progress on this exciting heritage restoration project. Marchwell Studios is being transformed into a creative enterprise hub that will provide inspiring workspace for artists, makers, creative businesses, and community organisations, while preserving an important part

  • July Newsletter
    by CCDT on July 1, 2026 at 12:04 pm

    Our latest newsletter is out! You can find it here And if you haven’t already, sign up to our mailing list (at the bottom of the page) to get our newsletter and other news straight to you inbox.

  • Free Kids Activities at Graylingwell Chapel This Summer
    by CCDT on June 29, 2026 at 2:38 pm

    Looking for something fun to do with the kids this summer — without it costing a fortune? CCDT is running free drop-in activities for children at Graylingwell Chapel every weekday throughout the school holidays, and you’re warmly invited. From Wednesday 22nd July through to Friday 28th August, the Chapel will be open Monday to Friday,

  • Havenstoke Park – Summer Update
    by CCDT on June 24, 2026 at 2:22 pm

    Havenstoke Park is a beautiful community space that we are all fortunate to enjoy and share, particularly as a space to cool down in and meet friends.  Currently, BBQs are permitted in the park, provided they are used safely, are raised off the ground, do not come into direct contact with the grass or other

  • Give Your Old Trainers a New Life with Jog On
    by CCDT on June 18, 2026 at 12:07 pm

    We often think of trainers as a positive investment – perhaps as part of a health kick or to keep up a running habit. But once they’ve outlived their usefulness, they don’t just disappear: a worn-out pair can sit in landfill for up to 1,000 years before it fully breaks down. With billions of pairs

  • Sundowner Sessions by EDGE: Your Perfect Summer Evening Awaits
    by CCDT on June 16, 2026 at 1:18 pm

    Long summer evenings call for good music, great drinks, and even better company, and we’re delighted that EDGE are bringing all three together for Sundowner Sessions by EDGE at The Pavilion, overlooking Havenstoke Park.  Starting Friday 19 June, and running every Friday and Saturday, from 5pm to 9pm, these relaxed evenings are made for unwinding,

  • Community Spaces at Shopwyke Lakes
    by CCDT on June 15, 2026 at 2:06 pm

    Recent social media posts about the café space at the Bike Project have generated many comments. At the heart of these conversations is something that CCDT care about: creating opportunities for people to meet, connect and build a stronger community. Residents have suggested a range of ideas to take place at Shopwyke Lakes, including a

  • June Newsletter
    by CCDT on May 20, 2026 at 1:33 pm

    Our latest newsletter is out! You can find it here And if you haven’t already, sign up to our mailing list (at the bottom of the page) to get our newsletter and other news straight to you inbox.

  • Giving Time to Getting Hired: How Volunteering with a Charity Helped Launch a Career
    by CCDT on May 20, 2026 at 10:23 am

    By Ella Morgans For young adults venturing out into the job market, it’s nearly impossible to secure full time positions. Hundreds apply for one role leading to rejection upon rejection. The common feedback… not enough experience. Every job seems to ask for it. Every application wants proof that you can already do the role. But

  • This Is What Is On Your Doorstep at the Pavilion
    by CCDT on May 12, 2026 at 9:01 am

    Have you ever walked past the Pavilion and wondered what actually goes on inside? Maybe you’ve thought about trying yoga, joining a dance class, improving your fitness, or simply finding a welcoming space to switch off for an hour, but never quite got around to it. There’s a huge range of activities happening here every