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Integrating new Brabazon development with existing communities
The developer behind the huge new development on the former Filton Airfield has joined forces with a “community anchor charity” in order to support community development and cohesion across north Bristol.
New funding for Southern Brooks from YTL Developments will lead to a range of activities designed to integrate the new neighbourhood at Brabazon with existing communities in areas including Patchway, Henbury and Brentry as well as new residents.
Under the programme, worth almost £50,000 over an initial two-year period, Southern Brooks will run neighbourhood events, provide targeted funding for local group, and identify and support potential “community champions”.
Danielle Shennan, Rob Bartlett, Anna Malina and Zaya Morris-Taylor from YTL Developments and Southern Brooks – photo: YTL
YTL Developments marketing & sales manager, Rob Bartlett, said: “As the birthplace of Concorde, the former Filton Airfield was known for the collective spirit of a community that changed the world.
“Brabazon is being designed to live up to that legacy, creating a new neighbourhood to inspire the next generation.”
Southern Brooks CEO, Alison Findlay, added: “We are delighted to be working in partnership with YTL Developments. There is already a strong local community culture in north Bristol and South Gloucestershire.
“This new funding partnership will help that to expand even further, creating a sustainable and cohesive community that works for everyone in society.”
Main image: YTL Developments
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