Trust Objectives to 2005

The following objectives were set out in 1997 following substantial consulation:

  • development of long term plans for the renewal of the village and parish
  • development and publication of a written history of the village and parish
  • production of videos and promotional literature promoting the area
  • provision of educational courses aimed at creating an entrepreneurial environment
  • development of a rural conference centre in the existing community hall
  • commissioning a major village sculpture celebrating Churchtown's heritage
  • supporting the creation of a pan-European teleworking initiative
  • supporting the restoration of the historic village church ruins and graveyard
  • development of facilities in the parish sports ground
  • purchase and restoration of derelict buildings in the village and parish
  • supporting the creation of a local village housing association
  • promoting a European Union village twinning initiative
  • supporting the development of an 'artists' quarter
  • helping with development of a village childcare facility
  • providing educational materials and equipment to Churchtown Primary School
  • supporting enterprise in the village and surrounding parishes