Community Plan
Your village, your choice
Our Community Led Plan is a local action-based document created by the community, for the community. It helps us identify priorities and deliver improvements across Calderbridge & Ponsonby.
How the Plan Began
An initial public meeting in 2019 showed strong support for creating a Community Plan. Residents discussed priorities and formed working groups to move ideas forward.
Read the original meeting notes:
Our Four Focus Areas
- Parish Council (PC) – Governance, housing, coordination
- Village Hall (VH) – Building improvements and facilities
- Appearances & Amenities (AA) – Play areas, landscaping, public spaces
- Roads Group (RG) – Road safety and traffic management
Work in Progress
Parish Council (PC)
| Group | Issue | Action / Desired Outcome | Current Position |
|---|---|---|---|
AA |
Playing Field Improvements |
Wildlife garden, outdoor gym, slide/climbing frame, wall repairs |
Wildlife garden started. New play equipment installed. Funding sought for wall rebuild and playground replacement. |
RG |
Road Safety & Speed Limits |
Extend 30/40mph zones |
Ongoing discussions with highways authorities and police. |
RG |
Cycle Routes |
Foot/cycle links to nearby villages |
Working with Sustrans. Funding being sought. |
PC |
Housing Policy |
Develop parish housing policy and coordinate with Cumberland Council |
Included in CBC plan. PC engaging with landowners. |
VH |
Village Hall Improvements |
Energy survey, refurbishment, insulation |
Survey complete. Internal refurbishment complete. Further works Summer 2025. |
VH |
Car Park Refurbishment |
Upgrade and resurface |
Funding secured. Summer 2025. |
AA |
Telephone Box |
Reuse as community feature |
Adopted and painted. Ideas welcome. |
RG |
Speed Watch / Camera |
Install permanent or community scheme |
Volunteers needed to progress. |
PC |
Playground Inspection |
Volunteer to complete inspection course |
Interim inspections funded by PC. |
WHAT’S NEXT? HOW YOU CAN HELP
| Area | Support Needed |
|---|---|
Social Media |
Volunteer to help manage updates |
Village Hall |
Support with bar refurbishment planning |
Roads Group |
Speed Watch volunteers |
Community Projects |
Ideas for telephone box reuse |
We will discuss these at our next community event in 2025. New ideas are always welcome.
Completed Projects
| Group | Project | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
RG |
Traffic Survey |
Completed |
PC |
Community Plan Development |
Completed and ongoing reviews |
VH |
Hall Refurbishment |
Internal works completed |
AA |
Defibrillator Installation |
Installed and training provided |
AA |
Dog Waste Bins |
Installed |
PC |
Benches Installed |
Two new benches |
RG |
Signage Improvements |
Completed and reviewed annually |
VH |
Baby Changing Facilities |
Installed |
See Our Progress in Action
Many of the projects listed above are shown in our photo gallery, including playpark improvements, village hall refurbishment, community planting and safety works.
Visit the Community Plan Photo Gallery
Get Involved
Our Community Plan is led by local residents and depends on community support.
If you would like to:
- Volunteer
- Suggest a new idea
- Join a working group
- Offer professional skills or support
We would love to hear from you.
Please contact the Parish Council via:
Email: clerk@calderbridgeandponsonby-pc.gov.uk
Or speak to any Parish Councillor
Or attend our next community event in 2026
Together, we can continue building a strong and vibrant community.