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Investing in Telford and Wrekin Laying foundations for our futures
‘Creating a better borough’ is very much Telford & Wrekin Council’s mantra. And the Council’s Investing in Telford and Wrekin programme is committed to doing just that. Over the next three years, the council is investing a total of £250m into a wide range of projects, breathing new life into some of the borough’s most historic buildings and safeguarding their future for generations to come. The Quad in Station Quarter, a digital skills hub and a place for education, business and innovation to thrive, has already been completed and plans have been approved for a new sixth form centre for Telford College, opening in September 2026, which will add to
the academic campus being created in Telford Town Centre. But that’s only one part of Station Quarter which will also see 189 new homes developed and public realm improvements to make Telford Town Centre a much more attractive place to live and visit. In Oakengates, Telford Theatre is being completely rebuilt and the town centre is being revitalised – with dated retail units being modernised which includes residential units above, developing new public spaces for events and improving parking – all with the aim of driving more footfall to the town. And in Wellington, some of the most historic buildings in the town’s conservation area are being redeveloped while the town’s historic market is also set to be sensitivity renovated. So there’s lots to look forward to and watch this space over the months ahead to see these developments taking shape.
“Investing in Telford and Wrekin is quite literally laying foundations for the future. “It’s creating opportunities to learn new skills, secure great jobs, enjoy top cultural activities and live in an attractive place we can all be extremely proud of.”
Councillor Lee Carter Leader of Telford & Wrekin Council
You can find out more about the Oakengates Theatre project www.telford.gov.uk/ InvestingInTelfordAndWrekin
British Red Cross Oakengates Theatre Quarter project The British Red Cross was the first business to move into newly refurbished premises in Oakengates as part of ongoing plans to revitalise the town. It’s now open for business at 12-14 Limes Walk after being temporarily located at Market Street while improvement works took place as part of Telford & Wrekin Council’s Theatre Quarter project. Jayne Edwards, General Manager of The British Red Cross, said: “We’re delighted to be back home and absolutely love our new shop. “The difference this has made to Oakengates already is fantastic and the street is looking beautiful. It has that wow factor and I don’t think anyone was expecting this.”
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