The back section of Winton Library Gardens, which had been closed for many years following anti-social behaviour issues, finally reopened with a celebratory ceremony on Saturday 13th July, attended by Winton East‘s Green councillors Simon Bull and Chris Rigby, plus the Chair of BCP Council. Volunteers from BH9 Business Community cut a ribbon to officially open the garden. Library staff provided refreshments, with quizzes and colouring sheets for children.
Chris Rigby commented: “We’ve come a long way in the last five years: first working to get the top part of the gardens open, then partnering with BH9 Business Community and volunteers to tidy up and replant the sunken garden. We directed £15,000 of CIL funding to create the viewing platform, and now finally we’ve had this proper re-opening celebration, welcoming everyone to enjoy this beautiful urban green spot in Winton.
“Now just to get that green fence down to really open up the space!”
Simon Bull commented: “It’s so good to see the gardens finally fully reopened for public use. Thanks to BH9 Business Community for supporting this and getting it done with such amazing work from volunteers.”
The BH9 Business Community volunteers will be continuing their good work, and are keen for more people to join their regular Saturday morning sessions.
