Thurnscoe – A Better Place
Our Vision & Priorities
Our vision is to make Thurnscoe an even better place to live. To do this all of our activity is based around our priorities which are;
- Bringing the community together
- A community where everyone knows what’s going on
- A healthy environment for everyone to enjoy
What is Big Local?
Big Local is an exciting opportunity for residents to use £1m to make a massive and lasting positive difference to their communities. It’s about bringing together all the local talent, ambitions, skills and energy from individuals, groups and organisations who want to make their area an even better place to live.
Big Local projects are running in 150 areas around England. The funding is distributed by the Local Trust. It was setup with £200 million by the Big Lottery Fund which receives a portion of money from every National Lottery ticket sale. More…
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What’s happening in Thurnscoe
Latest events and projects and how you can get involved.
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Sat04Aug201811am - 4pmThurnscoe Park
This is Big Local Thurnscoe's flagship community event and we invite you all to come along.
On Saturday 4th August we will once again be creating a giant beach in our award-winning Thurnscoe Park complete with buckets and spades and deckchairs! Find out more...
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Sat27Oct20182pm - 6pmThurnscoe Flower Park
Prepare for a scare with spooky activities and entertainment suitable for all ages.
Pumpkin carving! Zombie make up work- shop! Special lighting and sound effects!
FREE ADMISSION
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Sat01Dec2018
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Halloween Spooktacular at Thurnscoe Flower Park
Calling all wizards and warlocks, ghouls and ghosts! For the first time, Big Local Thurnscoe is stepping over to the dark side with a free entry Halloween event in Thurnscoe Park. Come and see the park as never before with spooky sounds, lighting and smoke effects. Halloween Spooktacular, Saturday 27th October 2pm till 6pm at […]
Thurnscoe Flower Power!
The hanging baskets, half moon and 3-tier planters in Thurnscoe have made a spectacular display this summer but we need more help with planting and watering! If you have green figures and an hour or two to spare on a regular basis PLEASE get in touch. We will be happy to provide all plants and […]
New Children’s Play Area in Thurnscoe
Our fantastic new children’s play area has now been installed to replace the old and neglected equipment. The design was commissioned following consultation with many children and families about the kind of thing they wanted to see, and we think it looks great. The whole project cost over 50k, with money from Big Local Thurnscoe […]
