We are pleased to announce that our planning application has been approved for our new state-of-the-art Community Hub in Sidley.
Situated on Sidley Recreation Ground, the fully accessible Sidley Hub will provide first-class sports changing facilities for the area, as well as a café, accessible toilets, off street parking and extensive function rooms for hire by local groups. This project would not have been possible without the support from the community, local groups and businesses. The just approved plans, part of a joint LUF Programme by Heart of Sidley, Rother District Council and the De La Warr Pavilion, come after extensive engagement and community consultation, and will greatly enhance the local existing sports infrastructure.
The approved layout includes features such as an improved grass football pitch, modern changing facilities, a changing places toilet facility, a café and kitchen space, fully accessible toilets, and off-road parking spaces. Additionally, a larger lift, wider corridors and automatic doors have been included, ensuring full inclusivity and accessibility for all.
Heart of Sidley are focused on delivering a vibrant Community Hub with facilities to support active, creative and healthy lifestyles, along with opportunities for further learning and skills development.
Jay Carroll, Chairman for Heart of Sidley, said: “We are really pleased to see the approval of the Sidley Hub, a facility that will undoubtedly become a cornerstone of community life, and we are eagerly looking forward to starting the work on this build in the Autumn.
“This achievement marks a significant milestone in our journey, and we extend our gratitude to Rother District Council, the DLWP and of course LUF for their invaluable partnership. Together, we are working to create an exceptional Community hub that will enhance the lives of residents and sports enthusiasts both in our local community and further afield.”
Stewart Drew, CEO and Director of the De La Warr Pavilion said: “Many congratulations to Heart of Sidley on the approval of their planning application for the Sidley Community Hub.
“The Levelling Up monies of over £19m was for community, creativity and skills for both the capital development of the Pavilion and the Community Hub. The Hub will connect Sidley with the Pavilion and the town centre by increasing opportunities and access to education and employment, upskilling local residents and bolstering career progression in the area’s creative and cultural sectors, particularly for young people. We are excited that Heart of Sidley is leading the way on this exciting joint project.”
