Creating the Next Chapter

Newton's Place: A Community Space, Phase II

Newton Abbot Town Council is ready to take the next bold step in community development. Building on the success of Newton’s Place, we propose a dynamic, multi-use facility in the town centre, a 750 sqm space designed to empower young people, support local enterprise, and strengthen civic infrastructure. This is more than bricks and mortar. It’s a place where creativity meets opportunity, where safety and culture coexist, and where the community can gather, grow, and thrive.

What we’re building

Youth Café and Training Hub A welcoming space offering work experience and life skills for young people.
Community Exhibition Space 378 sqm for art, pop-ups, and events, free to community groups.
CCTV Control Centre A secure, modern facility enhancing town centre safety.
Flexible Workstations Affordable desk and office rentals for freelancers and small businesses.
Storage and Support Areas Ensuring smooth operations across all functions.

Why it matters

Meets identified need: Endorsed by both the Neighbourhood Development Plan (2016–2033) and the Community Plan (2022–2032).
Fills a market gap: No existing venue combines hospitality, civic tech, and cultural programming in one accessible location.
Supports local priorities: Youth engagement, creative expression, business incubation, and public safety.

Funding requirements

We seek financial support to:

Fit out and equip the premises
Launch core services (café, CCTV, workstations)
Promote community engagement and participation

Initial capital investment will be provided by the Town Council. We invite partners to co-invest in the future of Newton Abbot through grants, sponsorships, or service contracts

Community Exhibition Space

Photo impression

Youth Café

Photo impression

CCTV Control Centre

Photo impression

Will you support us?

Just 9p per week from your Council Tax

Return on investment

Social impact:

Empowered youth, safer streets, stronger community ties.

Economic growth:

Local job creation, business support, increased footfall.

Civic pride:

A flagship space that reflects Newton Abbot’s values and ambitions.

Join Us

Newton’s Place Phase II is ready to become a cornerstone of community life. With your support, we can turn vision into reality—creating a space that belongs to everyone and benefits all.

Let’s build it together

The financial implications of acquiring these premises would involve raising the Council Tax for a Band D home by £5 p.a. to fund a loan from the Public Works Loan Board. This equates to 42p per month or 9p per week. The cost of fitting out the premises would be met from the Council’s own capital budget and grants.

Let us know what you think

Complete our short survey >

Have your say and submit your poll vote by 23rd November!