Valley CiDS is delighted to announce the purchase of the Polygon Centre on Church Street, Alfreton.
Originally built in the 1960s by Derbyshire County Council as a youth centre, the Polygon has long served as a hub for children’s and young people’s services. Following its closure and sale as part of council cost-saving measures, the building now begins a new chapter. Valley CiDS has now bought the building as an asset of community value, ensuring it continues to serve local children and young people for generations to come.
The work of the Blend Youth Project team will be at the heart of the future plans for the Polygon Centre, providing youth work, alternative education, and community-based support designed to create safe spaces for young people. Already active in Alfreton through partnerships with schools and community groups such as AYUP (Alfreton Youngsters Umbrella Provision), Blend will now be able to grow its impact further with the dedicated facilities the Polygon provides.
Speaking about the acquisition, Valley CiDS Chief Executive, Ian Tannahill, said:
“As a local charity with a strong presence in Alfreton and the surrounding area, securing the Polygon Centre is a fantastic opportunity to expand our work with young people while preserving the legacy of this much-loved building. It feels especially meaningful in our 25th anniversary year to give the Polygon a renewed purpose for the next 25 years and beyond. We know how important this building is to the wider community, and we hope people will celebrate with us as the Polygon continues to bring hope and opportunity to young people’s lives.”
Valley CiDS is now preparing the Polygon for its next chapter, carrying out essential works before launching services in the coming months.