Access on the Smithills Estate - Astley Bridge Community Meeting

Developing on previous feedback we are reviewing how people access the Smithills Estate. We want to ensure the right access in the right places for the health of our local ecosystems and people.

Specific changes cannot be guaranteed at this time, instead we are gathering qualitative data on thoughts and ideas for the Smithills Estate. This includes any wants and needs from key users and marginalised groups.

At the meeting, you will join focus groups of 4-8 people to discuss questions about how the Smithills Estate could be improved, as well as any positives you’d like to highlight. Each group will share their thoughts with the room, and there will also be an open discussion where you can ask questions or raise any final points.

We aim to gather feedback from people living in the specified location. If you are unable to attend the consultation in your local area but are keen to share your thoughts, you can join another session.

You can also get involved in our access work online by filling in our survey, including entering our prize draw. We recommend you do this before attending in person.

Event Information

• Venue: Astley Bridge Cricket Club

• Time: 18:30-20:00

• Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian

• To thank you for volunteering your time, refreshments and Woodland Trust goody bag will be provided to all attendees.

• There is a car park outside the venue.

• Numbers are limited to 25 at each event, if you can no longer make it, we appreciate you letting us know.

We are committed to our consultations being accessible to all individuals. Should you have any requirements to ensure you can fully participate, let us know by emailing [email protected] and we will do our best to accommodate these.

Made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund

The Smithills Estate Access Project is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we are working closely with our local communities to develop an access plan that will guide future changes and improvements across the Smithills Estate.

If you are a National Lottery Player, you can receive a reward by bringing along your ticket to this event.

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