A new outdoor library has opened in Malinslee as part of a Station Quarter social value community project.

Bowmer + Kirkland, construction contractor for the new Nuplace residential development at Station Quarter in Telford Town Centre, purchased the outdoor library which provides the perfect opportunity for children and adults to share their love of reading.

The library, requested by the local community, was installed near the approach to Old Park School by Lovell Partnerships who is also a major partner and contractor in the Station Quarter development.

Outdoor book libraries have become popular additions to public spaces and school playgrounds and are accessible to all.

Social value projects are initiatives that aim to create better outcomes for the wider community beyond the direct economic or functional purpose of a project.

Projects can include activities like creating jobs and training opportunities for local people, sourcing from local suppliers, reducing environmental impact and improving community wellbeing.

At Station Quarter 189 new homes are being built - 117 are being developed by Nuplace, Telford & Wrekin Council’s wholly owned housing company, along with a further 72 affordable homes being delivered by Legal & General Affordable Homes. Work is progressing well on the 84 dwelling state-of-the art apartment block which will bring town centre living to Telford Town Centre alongside 33 town houses and maisonettes. These new homes are being built via two appointed contractors with Bowmer + Kirkland  delivering 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for Nuplace whilst Lovell Partnerships is building a mix of 1, 2 and 3 bed town houses and low rise apartments.