representatives to join us as directors of the Trust. The board is currently made of

volunteers active in Stonehouse campaigning to raise funds and develop community

initiatives that enhance the quality of life for those living in the village and improve

business opportunities for all. There is no financial remuneration for the position.

In the past few years the Trust has raised around £300,000 for community ventures and

organisations. This has only been made possible through the skills, talents and

commitment of the community volunteers who have driven these projects forward since

the organisations establishment.

In these times of financial constraint the Trust believes we as a community can succeed

where others have not in addressing some of the issues and needs of the village at a

local level. To do this we need your support in developing new ideas and initiatives. The

Trust is currently developing a community buyout initiative to purchase and renovate the

Public Institute in New Street to provide business opportunities and commercial lets for

community benefit. The Trust however are eager to retain the building for community

benefit and the creation of job opportunities in Stonehouse. The Trust’s proposal includes

funding bids to Europe and the Lottery for £1.2million to develop the project and is

evidence of the potential we have as a community to generate income and opportunities

for Stonehouse.

If you would be interested in hearing more about our activities and would consider

joining us please contact Jeff Frew (Trust Community Development Officer) on

07789996170 or John Young 01698 792479 for further information. Alternatively you can

email the Trust on secretary@stonehouse-development-trust.co.uk.