Work has begun on Rushcliffe Borough Council’s (RBC) new community venue in Sharphill near Edwalton, which will provide an exciting new space for residents, groups and businesses to enjoy.
Sharphill Community Centre will strengthen the vibrant local area by offering a new focal point that complements and supports the new communities being created, designed to bring people together by supporting local activities.
At the heart of the design is a spacious multi-purpose hall for up to 40 people, providing the perfect space for hosting clubs, running classes and holding community gatherings.
The centre will also be home to a meeting room, fully equipped kitchen, publicly accessible toilets for use by allotment and community park visitors and a small storage facility for use by the Friends of Sharphill Woods.
With construction set to be completed in Spring 2026, the new facility, located off Rose Way, will enhance community facilities available locally, in line with RBC’s Leisure Strategy.
With environmental considerations in mind, a PV Solar array will be positioned on its south-facing roof and an air source heat pump will be installed to ensure the structure is as carbon clever as possible.
27 parking spaces, six disabled spaces and five cycle spaces will be created for visitors of the community centre.
The facility is part of phase seven of Vistry Homes’ and Countryside Properties’ development.
Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Portfolio Holder for Leisure & Wellbeing, ICT & Member Development Cllr Jonathan Wheeler said: “It’s great to see work is underway on the construction of the new Sharphill Community Centre.
“The new state of the art facility will provide residents and businesses with a modern and accessible location to hold events, meetings and celebrations within the heart of this new community.
“This is another positive step as we look to further provide the best possible facilities for our residents as part of our ongoing Leisure Strategy and we have carefully listened to the views of the local community by including a storage facility for the Friends of Sharphill Woods, supporting their valuable ongoing work.”
Vistry North Midlands Operations Director Calum Madden added: “I’m proud to share our involvement in delivering the new Sharphill Community Centre for Rushcliffe Borough Council.
“This project represents our ongoing commitment to creating lasting, high-quality spaces that serve the needs of local communities.”