By Chris Harry, Stamford Mercury
An £800,000 scheme to replace a dilapidated village hall moved a step closer after plans were given the green light.
Rutland County Council planners approved the proposals to demolish the 96-year-old village hall in Barrowden and build a new community hub on the site.
A structural survey revealed a host of problems with the current building including rot, wet rot, and a leaky roof, while a lack of wall insulation makes it difficult to heat.
The project dates back to 2016 and has demanded a lot hard work and organisation from the Barrowden Village Hall Development Group, formed of six trustees.
“It’s been a long journey, but it has gone well. My team are an excellent group and we have a range of skills across the six of us.” Paul Diver, Chairman of the development group
