Spalding Town Board is inviting local people to have their say on proposals for the town and help to shape its future.
Informed by consultation carried out by the Board in 2024 and by other surveys – including one conducted on behalf of the government – outline plans have been drawn up for the town that aim to maximise its potential and reflect community aspirations.
The proposals have been developed after it was announced that Spalding will receive up to £20M in government funding through the Plan for Neighbourhoods programme. The proposals, which will be reviewed and updated following the consultation, will form part of Spalding’s submission which has to be made to government by 28th November.
The proposals have been informed by the previous feedback from the community and build on other work and developments that are planned or taking place as they set out what’s possible for Spalding. This includes:
- Making Spalding safe and welcoming – through measures such as designing out crime and more security personnel on the ground;
- Market and retail – supporting the market to thrive with activities such as a new canopy and programme of events;
- South Holland Centre – making more use of the spaces in the centre through repairs and an internal upgrade;
- Bridge Street – including pedestrian connections, seating, and a gateway arch;
- Waterfront – making this more of a destination, with a floating pier, tiered seating, and better access for boats;
- The Crescent – making it easier to access and walk around;
- Sheep Market – creating a versatile and welcoming outdoor space;
- Swan Place – creating better connections from Sheep Market and Hall Place;
- Broad Street – improvements such as a new paved crossing;
- Access to health hub – through measures such as a footbridge and pier.
The proposals are set out in a brochure with feedback invited via a survey. This is available online: https://lovespalding.co.uk/consultation-2025/ Hard copies will also shortly be available to pick up and read in South Holland District Council offices, Boston College, South Holland Centre, Ayscoughfee Hall, and Spalding Library.
In addition, drop-in sessions for the public to find out more and share their views will be taking place at the South Holland Centre from 12noon – 7.30pm on Tuesday 14th and Tuesday 21st October.
There will also be a dedicated market stall where people can come along and have their say in the marketplace on Saturday 18th October and Tuesday 21st October.
And, anyone who wants a copy of the brochure and survey sent to them can email Spalding.TownBoard@sholland.gov.uk
As well as the consultation on the proposals, community groups, charities, and organisations are also being offered the chance to submit project ideas for consideration for the funding.
Applicants are asked to provide a brief summary of the project they are putting forward within their expressions of interest which will be assessed by the Board against a clear set of criteria. Work will subsequently take place to further develop projects selected through the process.
Applicants can fill in an online form https://lovespalding.co.uk/call-for-projects/ pick up and return a printed copy from South Holland District Council offices, or email Spalding.TownBoard@sholland.gov.uk for a copy of the form to be emailed or posted directly. The Board will also be contacting community groups, organisations, and charities across the town to invite them to submit ideas.
Robin Hancox, Chair, Spalding Town Board said: “This is an exciting moment for our town as we now have proposals that could potentially make a big difference for Spalding, long into the future.
“The Board has listened carefully to what the public have told us in previous consultation and these proposals have been directly informed by community feedback.
“What is being set out is absolutely not set in stone, rather these proposals give an idea of what is possible for Spalding. There would still be a lot more work to develop the detail of the projects and activities outlined – work which we would carry out with the community.
“Now though, we need people to get involved. Please take a look at what is being proposed and have your say whether this is in our survey, by coming along to an event, or speaking to us on our market stall.
“I cannot emphasise enough how much our Board values the views of local people and together we can shape the future of our town. Please do have your say.”