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Shropshire Broadplaces

Shropshire Broadplaces

The Broadplace at Quatt Village Hall

Craven Arms Broadplace offers a courses through the Training and Learning CommunityThe Kangaroo Inn at Aston on Clun.

Shropshire Broadplaces are a network of 35 Community IT facilities throughout Shropshire. They offer local residents, businesses and visitors access to broadband, computers and a range of other equipment.

Venues

Through a Broadplace Steering Group, local communities decided where they wanted their local facility to be hosted. Venues included village halls, post offices, tea rooms, pubs and even a fire station! Many are run with the support of local volunteers who facilitate drop-in sessions, clubs and other activities.


Activities

The Broadplaces are there for everyone, whatever their age, ability or interest. The informal nature of drop in sessions has made them very popular with those new to IT and the community focus has encouraged new groups such as Family History and Digital Photography Clubs to flourish. For young people who don't have access to broadband at home, a number of Broadplaces run homework clubs after school.


Business access


Most of the Broadplaces offer a wireless network and meeting facilities, so local businesses and organisations are encouraged to hire the venues which helps to sustain local activities. Visitors to Shropshire can make use of the wireless facilities to download emails and find out about local events.


Funding


The Broadplaces were established as part of the Switch on Shropshire project (2003 - 2007). They were funded by European Regional Development Fund and Advantage West Midlands. The project was managed by Shropshire County Council in partnership with the Community Council of Shropshire, BT and Business Link West Midlands.

The Broadplaces are now supported thanks to funding from Shropshire County Council. There is a full time ICT Community Support Officer and Technician who is able to offer advice and support.


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Contact us

  • Shropshire Broadplaces
    Shropshire County Council
    Shropshire Broadplaces
    The Chancery, Abbey Lawn
    Shrewsbury
    Shropshire, SY2 5DE
    Tel:  +44 (0) 1743 210311