Lostwithiel Community Centre Timeline
1946
Memorial Hall Fund
1946
A Fund is raised in Lostwithiel following the Second World War, intended for the building of a Memorial Hall for the Town.
A Fund is raised in Lostwithiel following the Second World War, intended for the building of a Memorial Hall for the Town.
1980
LCA and Newsletter founded
1980
Councillor Rex Stephens resolves that the Memorial Hall Fund ought to be used as a start towards finally building a Community Centre for Lostwithiel, and persuades the Town Council to agree. A suitable vacant site is identified, owned by the Town Council. The model for the proposed Centre, based on one recently built in Ludgvan, is put to the Town at public meetings for consultation. The Lostwithiel Community Association (LCA) is formed, in order to raise funds for the proposed Centre and steer the project forward. Rex Stephens is the first LCA Chair. Lostwithiel Newsletter is started by the LCA to keep the Town informed and involved in the Community Centre project and advertise fundraising activities and other community events. Jonathan Barker is the first Editor. A Fundraising Sub-Committee of the LCA is set up: Meg Breckon, Ralph Bread and Sue Grigg. The first fundraising event is a 4 mile sponsored walk, Lostwithiel to Lerryn.
Councillor Rex Stephens resolves that the Memorial Hall Fund ought to be used as a start towards finally building a Community Centre for Lostwithiel, and persuades the Town Council to agree. A suitable vacant site is identified, owned by the Town Council. The model for the proposed Centre, based on one recently built in Ludgvan, is put to the Town at public meetings for consultation. The Lostwithiel Community Association (LCA) is formed, in order to raise funds for the proposed Centre and steer the project forward. Rex Stephens is the first LCA Chair. Lostwithiel Newsletter is started by the LCA to keep the Town informed and involved in the Community Centre project and advertise fundraising activities and other community events. Jonathan Barker is the first Editor. A Fundraising Sub-Committee of the LCA is set up: Meg Breckon, Ralph Bread and Sue Grigg. The first fundraising event is a 4 mile sponsored walk, Lostwithiel to Lerryn.
1981
Wheels West Weekend Custom Car Show
1981
The first Wheels West Weekend Custom Car Show is organised by the LCA at the Cornish Colosseum, Carlyon Bay and is a hugely successful Fundraiser, repeated annually through to 1985. A new Ford Fiesta is provided at a discount and interest free by Four Turnings Auto Services, to be raffled for LCA funds - another very successful fundraiser. A second Fiesta Raffle takes place in 1985, drawn at the final Wheels West Weekend. Safari Suppers and many other inventive fundraising activities are organised in and around Lostwithiel, and the first year's fundraising target is exceeded. With the help of labour provided by the Manpower Services Commission, building works start on the new Community Centre, with Fran Dennison on site for the LCA Committee. Fundraising continues.
The first Wheels West Weekend Custom Car Show is organised by the LCA at the Cornish Colosseum, Carlyon Bay and is a hugely successful Fundraiser, repeated annually through to 1985. A new Ford Fiesta is provided at a discount and interest free by Four Turnings Auto Services, to be raffled for LCA funds - another very successful fundraiser. A second Fiesta Raffle takes place in 1985, drawn at the final Wheels West Weekend. Safari Suppers and many other inventive fundraising activities are organised in and around Lostwithiel, and the first year's fundraising target is exceeded. With the help of labour provided by the Manpower Services Commission, building works start on the new Community Centre, with Fran Dennison on site for the LCA Committee. Fundraising continues.
1982
Building continues
1982
The build is in progress.
The build is in progress.
1983
The Community Centre opens
1983
The Community Centre officially opens on Saturday 14th May. Jonathan Barker steps down as Newsletter Editor. Pat Wilton, Shirley Hendicott and Gloria Sanders are employed to staff the Centre.
The Community Centre officially opens on Saturday 14th May. Jonathan Barker steps down as Newsletter Editor. Pat Wilton, Shirley Hendicott and Gloria Sanders are employed to staff the Centre.
The TIC opens
1983
The Tourist lnformation Centre is set up with funding from the County Council, and is very successful.
The Tourist lnformation Centre is set up with funding from the County Council, and is very successful.
1984
1st Birthday
1984
The Centre's 1st Birthday is celebrated with a busy Open Day showcasing all the activities and groups now happening at the Centre. Rex Stephens is made Lostwithiel's first Honoured Burgess for his service to the community of Lostwithiel.
The Centre's 1st Birthday is celebrated with a busy Open Day showcasing all the activities and groups now happening at the Centre. Rex Stephens is made Lostwithiel's first Honoured Burgess for his service to the community of Lostwithiel.
1989
Lostwithiel 800
1989
Lostwithiel 800 - the 800th Anniversary of Lostwithiel being granted its Town Charter in 1189 - brings many special events and occasions to the Town and the Centre.
Lostwithiel 800 - the 800th Anniversary of Lostwithiel being granted its Town Charter in 1189 - brings many special events and occasions to the Town and the Centre.
1997
Oasis Centre opens
1997
A Lottery Grant is obtained by the LCA to build a Youth Centre at the rear of the Community Centre. Midas Construction are employed. The name 'Oasis Centre' is chosen by the Town. 1998: The Oasis Centre opens, with Youth Worker Andy Gill, and junior and Senior sessions.
A Lottery Grant is obtained by the LCA to build a Youth Centre at the rear of the Community Centre. Midas Construction are employed. The name 'Oasis Centre' is chosen by the Town. 1998: The Oasis Centre opens, with Youth Worker Andy Gill, and junior and Senior sessions.
2016
Centre closes
2016
Structural defects are discovered by chance in the main gable wall of the Centre, causing problems with the Centre's insurers. The Centre closes in June, and the LCA ceases trading. The Newsletter continues under the aegis of Lostwithiel Business Group.
Structural defects are discovered by chance in the main gable wall of the Centre, causing problems with the Centre's insurers. The Centre closes in June, and the LCA ceases trading. The Newsletter continues under the aegis of Lostwithiel Business Group.
2017
Centre reopens
2017
After a year of closure, remedial works enable the Centre to reopen.
After a year of closure, remedial works enable the Centre to reopen.
2020
Covid-19
2020
The Covid-19 Pandemic brings a complete lockdown in March (plus further lockdowns). The Centre becomes a base for the Lostwithiel Covid-1 9 Support Group who organise street by street support and contacts for all Lostwithiel residents and distribute hundreds of food boxes to local families in need.
The Covid-19 Pandemic brings a complete lockdown in March (plus further lockdowns). The Centre becomes a base for the Lostwithiel Covid-1 9 Support Group who organise street by street support and contacts for all Lostwithiel residents and distribute hundreds of food boxes to local families in need.
2023
40th birthday
2023
Saturday 13th May is the Centre's 40th Birthday! The same month there are Coronation celebrations. What next?
Saturday 13th May is the Centre's 40th Birthday! The same month there are Coronation celebrations. What next?
