What We Do
The Four Clocks project aims to identify and respond to the
social and economic needs of local people. In order to achieve
this the centre strives to provide a local resource for the
community groups, local agencies and the people of Bishop
Auckland offering advice, guidance, signposting, room hire
and tenancy and a warm and friendly meeting place.
At the outset of the project, church members realised the
importance of a partnered approach to community regeneration,
of working together to identify and address the issues within
the area. The Bishop Auckland Partnership is made up of representatives
from many agencies and community representatives within Bishop
Auckland, all of whom have a stake in the process. This partnership
approach is essential to the success of not only the centre
but also to the initiatives and project that emerge form the
work of the Bishop Auckland Partnership.
The Four Clocks project aims to contribute to strengthening
communities through a number of initiatives in line with local
needs and government targets.
Working closely with other agencies and through the community
Partnership and its representation the centre continues to
develop projects which will address local issues and contribute
to social and economic regeneration.
Essential to the aim and objectives of the partnership and
Four Clocks project is community involvement. Enabling and
encouraging local people to contribute to the development
of the Four Clocks.
Resources
The centre holds a wealth of information pertinent to local
interests and concerns. The Foyer area acts as the information
centre, leaflets, brochures and information boards displaying
information regarding leisure activities, support and advice
agencies, learning and employment. Notice boards along the
corridors display training opportunities, local events, employment
opportunities and agency activity. Newly installed signs outside
the centre display community information such as Fairs, Coffee
mornings, sporting activities and much more.
Citizens Advice Bureau are housed in the Centre, opening
hours for drop in advice and guidance are:
- Monday 10.00am – 1.00pm
- Tuesday 10.00am – 1.00pm
- Thursday 10.00am – 1.00pm
Appointments can be made by ringing the staff at the Bureau
on 606661.
Age Concern operates from the Four Clocks Centre. The staff
are pleased to answer enquiries and meet with people during
office hours.
The staff at the Centre will be pleased to assist with photocopying
and basic typing requests and are always on hand for advice
and signposting.
Youth Project
See 'Youth Project' page
Meeting and Conference Facilities
See publicity brochure |
