Welcome to Stockingford Community Centre: Where Community Magic Happens!
Once upon a time in Stockingford, a charming little Scout hut and St. John meeting place held court on this very site. But as time passed, our beloved huts began to show their age—think of them as the community’s vintage treasure that needed a little TLC! In 1993, the brave Cubs decided it was time for a makeover and made a heartfelt appeal for funds to repair their beloved space. Their efforts paid off with a successful bid to the Warwickshire County Council Community Development Fund, landing a cool £10,000!
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But wait—there was more! While the repairs were underway, the community stumbled upon a hidden gem: approximately £105,000 in Section 106 Money from local property developers. Cue the excited community meeting and an approach to the councillors to secure this newfound treasure for a brand-new community centre!
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And the donations kept rolling in! Warwickshire County Council added another £40,000 from the sale of Honiley Hall, while St. John stepped up with an additional £10,000. Talk about teamwork!
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A dream team was formed, comprising Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council, Warwickshire County Council, the Scouts, and St. John, all coming together to bring this exciting project to life. A dedicated committee of enthusiastic volunteers sprung into action, but soon realized that the initial £165,000 wouldn’t quite cut it. With a sprinkle of creativity and a dash of persistence, they sought out other funding sources, ultimately raising an impressive £240,000!
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​​​​​​​​After five years of hard work, the building phase kicked off in 1998, and by late 1999, the Stockingford Community Centre was ready to welcome its first guests. The first year was a bit of a rollercoaster, with some groups finding their footing while others struggled. But in 2001, Nuneaton & Bedworth Council recognised the centre’s untapped potential and appointed a part-time administrator to help steer it in the right direction. Soon, it was running independently with a dedicated board of trustees and proudly operating as a registered charity.
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In 2005, the centre embraced its community spirit even more by changing its name from Vale View to Stockingford Community Centre—because what’s in a name? Everything!
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Fast forward to 2025, and Stockingford Community Centre is a buzzing hub of activity, thriving with energy,
creativity, and connection. We’re excited for you to join us and be part of our vibrant community story!
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