Centenary Green Access Improvements and Upgrades

Following the Full Council meeting in July, the Council arranged a meeting with Wheeldon’s to discuss improving access to the footpath gates on Centenary Green from Henley Close. During an inspection, it was found that the service margin was not the correct width, requiring a slight repositioning of the fence line on Centenary Green land.

In response, Wheeldon’s proposed a series of improvements, including:

• Replacing the entire fence in the affected area.
• Installing an accessible pedestrian ramp at the centre gate.
• Addressing the access level at the double gate to allow easier access for both machinery and pedestrians.

A date is yet to be finalised for completion of these works.

At the November meeting, the Council approved funding for improvements to an area of the path that is prone to flooding during the winter months. This has made it nearly impossible for pedestrians to use the path. The approved works have now been completed and will help resolve this issue and ensure better accessibility year-round.

Additionally, after several trees that were planted a number of years ago sadly failed, the Council had approved plans to replant to help restore and enhance the green space. Councillor Steve Marshall-Clarke, Lead Member for Environment has been on site to help complete the planting and said “These improvements reflect the Council's ongoing commitment to making Centenary Green a safer, more accessible, and sustainable community space”.

We are saddened to report acts of vandalism that occurred last night at 17:02 at Alfreton House, High Street. A motorbike was seen causing damage to the lawn, riding recklessly in a pedestrian only area and damage was caused to one of the fence panels.

These incidents have been reported to the police and CCTV footage will be shared, we will not tolerate these acts of mindless vandalism in our community.

We ask anyone with information to come forward to help identify those involved.