Improving our Streetscapes and Public Spaces
We all love Leominster, but we can see that investment in our roads and pavements is needed to improve the look of our town centre and ensure that it is accessible for all residents and visitors.
How we are investing in Leominster’s Heart & Heritage
Leominster has been awarded a share of the government’s £95 million High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) funding, administered by Historic England.
Use the links below to learn more about the projects breathing new life into Leominster’s historic buildings and streets.
Town Centre Property Renovation Grants
Did you know that there are over 200 listed buildings in the heart of Leominster? Our historic buildings create a distinctive look and feel, for which Leominster is well renowned and much loved.
Conservation Area Review
Did you know, Leominster’s town centre was designated a conservation area in 1969? Conservation areas recognise the buildings and features that make historic locations, like Leominster, so unique.
Keeping Leominster Connected – Investing in Town Centre Wi-Fi
Leominster’s HSHAZ Scheme is investing in the infrastructure and technology needed to offer free and fast Wi-Fi in our town centre.
Reimagining Corn Square
Conversations with residents, visitors and businesses have inspired and informed plans to invest in improvements to Corn Square, at the heart of Leominster's community life.
Listing Enhancement Project
Help us to understand more about what makes Leominster's listed buildings sites of such special architectural and historic interest.
Funding
The funding that Leominster receives will be invested in a range of projects within Leominster’s Conservation Area, in the heart of the town centre.
Each project is designed to revive Leominster’s historic buildings and streetscape, while unlocking the economic potential of our much-loved town – benefitting residents and visitors alike.
Leominster’s HSHAZ Scheme is led by Herefordshire Council, in partnership with Leominster Town Council, and is overseen by Historic England. Among other spending, funds will be invested in improving the appearance of our town and celebrating its heritage.
This exciting scheme will fuel economic, social, and cultural recovery and encourage more people to come and say Hi! to our high street.
“It’s fantastic news for our whole community that Historic England have recognised Leominster’s unique heritage and are investing in the town’s conservation area. We want to celebrate Leominster’s amazing history, and its beautiful buildings, while supporting the local economy to recover and thrive in the years ahead.”
Councillor John Rumsey, Mayor, Leominster Town Council.
How to get involved
Leominster’s HSHAZ Scheme has been inspired and shaped by conversations with residents, visitors and business owners.
- Consultation is vital to the success and sustainability of all our projects and we will use this page to keep you updated on opportunities for you to contribute your thoughts and ideas.
- If you have a heritage project that you would like to share with the Leominster community, then why not consider creating a post for the Leominster Heart & Heritage blog? Please use the contact form below to speak to a member of the HSHAZ Team about submitting your contribution.
- Historic England are looking for volunteers to help uncover the hidden stories of Leominster’s historic buildings. For more information, read about our Listing Enhancement project.