In July 2024, Jetty Lane CIO submitted a new Full Planning Application (following a successful Pre-Planning Application) to East Suffolk Council.
This exciting new arrangement is unique in this area, in that it brings together the charitable organisation Jetty Lane CIO, the private Childbase Partnership, and the public services of Suffolk County Council, to deliver the best outcomes for children and young people at this landmark town centre site in Woodbridge.
The building’s character and appearance respond to the vernacular maritime structures along the East Suffolk coast, with many examples seen along Woodbridge riverside and coastal locations. It is derived from the rationality and simplicity of black fishing huts, as well as other modestly constructed structures in the region.
The building's purpose is for local people to be able to engage in The arts, cultural and health and wellbeing activities, encouraging intergenerational social cohesion.
The interior provides modern, vibrant, accessible space for three distinct user groups: a range of intergenerational community groups, short-term studios for emerging artists, and office space for rent. The introduction of refined detailing, new materials and new technologies will give the buildings a more contemporary interpretation of the vernacular rather than a replication.
A beautiful scale model, made by Stowe Building Contractors is on display at The Pod, Jetty Lane. Drop-in any Saturday 10am - 1pm to view.
The project has been given a lot of local and reginal press coverage and the media is closely following the progress, with regular articles appearing in the East Anglian Daily Times.