Energy efficiency has been upgraded at Deepings Community Centre by SKDC ahead of a new lease to the town’s community trust.
Several improvements have been made, including the installation of a new boiler and opening space previously taken up by the Council into an area for community use.
The SKDC-owned centre, on Douglas Road, is well-used by the community but some groups found temperature control in the winter months a challenge.
However, a new boiler has been commissioned that will reduce running costs for the trust and better manage building-wide climate control.
Cabinet Member for Property, Cllr Richard Cleaver, said: “The lease was due to expire so this was a good opportunity to reconfigure some of the interior space while upgrading to a more efficient and environmentally friendly boiler, all within our existing maintenance budget.
“Under the new leasing arrangements, the Deepings Community Trust will take on the garden area to the side for hands-on management, which will also give greater freedom for its use.”
Council Leader Cllr Ashley Baxter, who is also Ward member for Market and West Deeping, said: “Some aspects of the heating left a lot to be desired so this was an ideal opportunity to make improvements and clear out space previously used by the Council.
“We’re all looking forward to what’s coming up for the autumn and winter; there’s usually something for everyone and a range of rooms are easily booked by going online.”
Exercise, education, friendship, first aid and painting groups are just some of those who use this popular space.
Further information can be found online at www.deepingscommunitycentre.org.uk
All rooms can be tailored to suit requirements, and have access to kitchen and toilet facilities.