Willans plays role in Winchcombe arts hub

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The real estate team at Cheltenham-based solicitors Willans LLP has advised a local charity on its purchase of Winchcombe Methodist Church as part of their plan to open a brand-new arts, youth and community hub.

The sale, which went through in December, follows a 16-month campaign and a year of fundraising by Winchcombe Arts & Community Hub (WACH) to transform the church into a dynamic hub to inspire creativity, inclusivity, and communal spirit.

As well as the charity’s new home, the hub will become a place to host live performances, workshops, markets, and creative activities for young people and the wider community.

The charity was able to buy the church thanks to government grants and local support from …