In August, Witton Lodge Community Association proudly hosted a community engagement event at the historic former Erdington Baths, offering local residents a unique opportunity to explore the building and learn about its exciting transformation into the Erdington Enterprise Hub.

This event, held after the successful ‘First Wave Launch’ in July, offered members of our community the chance to step inside the historic building in its current condition and meet the dedicated team behind the ambitious plans for its transformation into the Erdington Enterprise Hub.

This beloved local landmark, which has been closed for a decade, is set to undergo a remarkable renovation that will breathe new life into the space. Visitors had the chance to hear firsthand about our exciting vision for the baths, which aims to create a vibrant hub for entrepreneurs and community activities. The transformation is not just about restoring a building; it’s about nurturing local talent, supporting small businesses, and providing a welcoming space for residents to connect and thrive.

We were absolutely delighted to welcome key supporters of this project including Paulette Hamilton, MP for Erdington and Erdington Councillor Robert Alden – their presence underscoring the collaborative spirit that has supported this initiative over the past six years and one that continues to drives it forward.

The event was not just about showcasing our vision; it was also an opportunity for community members to share their memories of the baths and their hopes for its future. We encourage everyone in Erdington to stay involved as we move forward with this exciting project. Together, we can ensure that the Erdington Enterprise Hub becomes a thriving center of opportunity and connection for all.

 

Thank you to everyone that joined us to find out more about our plans for the Enterprise Hub and gave such positive feedback…

“It’s great for the area and will put Erdington on the map in a positive way.”  

“This is exactly what Erdington needs, it will bring the community together.” 

“The Enterprise Hub is a great idea. I am looking forward to seeing it come to life. It is helping Erdington get rid of an empty building and will be a breath of fresh air for the local community.” 

“It is an exciting use of an historic building and a great opportunity to support Erdington’s economic growth.” 

“It’s good to see a heritage building being repurposed.” 

“Brilliant use of the old building. It’s so good see a reuse and not a demolition. 

“It will raise the profile of Erdington, attract investment and bring further prosperity by upskilling residents.” 

“Great! It will be a massive improvement and a brilliant resource.” 

“My main thoughts are that the space serves the creative community and not just businesses.” 

“Amazing. A long overdue asset coming back to life for the community.” 

“I am keen to see the end result. This will be a place of purpose for Erdington.” 

“I think it’s a great opportunity for the area, bringing the community and creative people together.” 

“It’s very exciting to see this project move forward, it will be a great asset to Erdington.” 

If you’d like to stay up-to-date with this exciting intiaitive? Contact the WLCA team on 0121 382 1930 or email steve.sharma@wittonlodge.org.uk and we’ll add you to our mailing list.