Lloyd Gardens Open Day

Members of Altrincham Neighbourhood Action Team held a half term Open Day at Lloyd Gardens in Central Altrincham to promote Trust Services and talk to residents about current issues and future improvements.
A door knocking exercise took place the previous week to promote the open day and complete questionnaires with residents to obtain their views. Over 100 questionnaires have now been completed and the information provided by residents will form the basis of the Central Altrincham Action Plan for next year. All completed questionnaires were entered into a prize draw and the winner of £20 in Argos Vouchers was Mr Bickley of Lloyd Gardens.

The event was organised by Gillian Heslin, Neighbourhood Housing Officer and members of the Neighbourhood Action Team who include, the Caretakers, Good Neighbour Unit, Regeneration, Rents, Repairs, Tenancy Support, Lettings and Tenant Involvement. Staff from each of the services set up their stands and greeted the many visitors to the event with information and advice on their services. There was an opportunity for residents to report repairs, place bids for properties advertised on the Choice Based Lettings System, to receive advice on benefits and other support they can receive and discover opportunities to get more involved. The stalls were sheltered from the October elements by a marquee erected for the day & visitors were treated to a delicious barbecue which kept Neighbourhood Caretaker, Cliff Boland very busy all day.

The fire service was on hand to promote fire safety with local residents and particularly the local children who took the opportunity to climb into the engine to learn more.

Lots of half term activities were provided to keep the children entertained. Jolly Jack proved very popular and had his hands full with Punch & Judy shows & balloon modelling throughout the day. A drawing competition to draw “My ideal house” was won by Emma of Armitage Road and the colouring competition winners are currently on display in the Altrincham office.

Towards the end of the day, Altrincham’s caretaking team and local office staff lead a bulb planting event. Joined by residents and young people, they planted lots of bulbs in the communal areas and everyone is now looking forward to seeing the results of their efforts, come the springtime.

For further information on activities in Central Altrincham, please contact
Gillian Heslin, Neighbourhood Housing Officer Tel: 968 0318