Eastwood town square set to be revitalised with spring makeover
The Hollies Square in Eastwood is set for a revamp this month with new street furniture and a tribute to three icons of the town.
Work will see the removal of the central bench, as well as outdated and worn signs, which will be replaced by two new benches, three flower planters, and a new community noticeboard.
Three mosaics of Eastwood icons from the past will also be installed in the pavement, featuring DH Lawrence, the Eastwood Tram, and the Midland Railway, paying homage to the town’s history and heritage.
This project received £12,000 from East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) from funding provided by the Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).
Broxtowe Council says the project will improve the aesthetic of the area, showcasing a renewed look in that part of the town centre.
Coun Milan Radulovic (Brox All), council leader and portfolio holder for economic development and asset management, said: “This is a welcome and much needed investment into Eastwood town centre, helping to give the town centre a rejuvenated feel and residents pride in their home.
“It’s fantastic that work also includes a subtle nod to some icons that, each in their own ways, have shaped the very town we see today”.
Claire Ward (Lab), East Midlands Mayor, added: “Hollies Square is set for a transformation that will make it a more welcoming and functional space for residents and visitors alike.”
“The new mosaics of DH Lawrence, the Eastwood Tram, and the Midland Railway will celebrate Eastwood’s heritage, creating a distinctive sense of place at the heart of the town.”
“Funding from the EMCCA, via the UKSPF, allows projects like this to deliver more than just improvements to public spaces.
"It strengthens local pride, supports the town’s economic vitality, and provides opportunities that benefit the community for years to come.”
Work is set to begin week commencing March 9.