For some time residents have reported the damaged and unsightly fence on Middle. Street for repair. The fence has been broken, repaired and broken again many times, and after recent stormy weather it was left in a precarious position near the edge of the footpath.
When the Community Action Team was in the village for a time-limited project recently, the Parish Council took the opportunity to carry out full replacement works, which has left the place looking much more attractive. The new fence is also safer and secure against further damage.
The works were carried out after the fence was relocated just a few inches towards the pavement, which then placed it on publicly-owned land on the council’s seating area. Several residents have been in touch since the works were completed last week to say how much the area has improved in appearance.
The parish council’s estates manager has also told me that additional works are currently being carried out at the site in front of the council’s new fence. These include a new bin and bench to be installed later this week, alongside new shrubs and bedding plants.
Well done to all at Monk Hesleden Parish Council and the Community Action Team for a great piece of work that has had a hugely positive impact on our streetscene.
