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To install solar panels on the Ampney Crucis Village Hall that will provide a range of important benefits aimed at expanding usage of the Hall for the benefit of local people and the wider community.
The Village Hall has served the local community since 1926. It is a registered Charity, managed by the Hall Trustees whose role is to ensure the Hall offers a welcoming & safe venue for all. It is suitable for a wide variety of activities. Our vision is to grow community involvement by expanding use of the Hall and greater community participation. Implementing a project to install solar panels will play a big role in achieving the vision and deliver many benefits. Project delivery is estimated for mid 2024 once funding is in place. Three technical studies from companies have confirmed that the project's benefits can be achieved. Our preferred company is CP Jefferies Ltd, based in Ampney Crucis, which means we will support a local business. A 11 kWp solar PV system is proposed comprising 22 solar panels on the SE facing roof with 1 x 3 phase inverter & 1 x 9.2 kWh battery. Funding will be sought through local community engagement, direct fundraising & Crowdfund Cotswold.
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Why it's a great idea:
Benefits from the project will be realised for the local community and all current and potential users, ie 1 Ampney Crucis Village - a quality facility in a well known area of the Cotswolds 2 The Local Community - expanded range of activities 3 Grant Bodies/Donors - association with a high quality location 4 Users (Children & Adults) - opportunities for new activities 5 Clubs & Societies - enhanced quality of the facility Specific Benefits 1 Energy Cost Saving - a reduction in energy costs (at least 50%) 2 Reduction in Running Costs - improvement in our financial position 3 A More Affordable Facility - charges at levels to attract new users 4 Environmental Benefits - reduction in CO2 emissions taking environmental issues seriously 5 Preservation of Village Heritage - future benefits for Village Community 6 Expansion of the Range of Activities - grow uses & Hall bookings 7 Community Support & Involvement - engagement to generate a sense of belonging
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Location Ampney Crucis
About the space
Ampney Crucis is delightful Cotswold Village, 3 mls east of Cirencester. The name (latin for Ampney of the Cross) comes from the Brook & the C15th Cross at the Parish Church. A population of c600, today can be found: an Historic Church, War Memorial, C of E School, Playground, Cricket Field, Village Hall &hotel/restaurant (Crown at Ampney Brook
Council
Cotswold District Council
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How will the money be spent?Total £30,712
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Total £30,712
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VolunteerThe Ampney Crucis Village Hall Trustees are responsible for managing the Hall, whose role is to ensure the Hall, the only community space in the Village and surrounding hamlets, offers a welcoming and safe venue for all age groups in the Community. The Hall is used for social, educational and physical activities. Currently hosted on a weekly basis are; Toddlers Group, Ballet, Yoga & Pilates and an Art Group. On a monthly basis are the Womens Institute, Gardening Club, Film night and Bridge as well as a meeting place for the Parish Council. Children's Parties and private social events are popular from the wider area.
Trustees of the Village Hall are;
Anne Bridges (Chair)
Harold Stevens
Barbara Fullick
Mark Gluning
Jackie Gluning
Linda Benham
Jackie Leadbetter
Rebecca Jones
Project Owner: Ampney Crucis Village Hall The Project Owner takes legal responsibility for receiving and spending the funds raised and ensuring the project is delivered.
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