Tudorville and District Community Centre (TDCC) has announced that HRH The Duke of Kent is to visit the Centre in Walford Road, Ross-on-Wye on Tuesday November 26th.

In recognition of the successful endeavour of the hard working and dedicated committee and supporters in setting up a multi-functional centre, HRH The Duke of Kent's visit is set to include seeing the Centre for himself, meeting those involved in its running and unveiling a commemorative plaque to mark this special occasion.

Colin Gray, Chair of TDCC, said: "I am really excited about this visit by HRH The Duke of Kent. I never thought I'd see the day that a Royal visitor would be here in Tudorville. It is going to be great that he will be able to see the success that the people of Tudorville have made of their own Centre and all the good things that take place here."

TDCC Committee Members are currently planning The BIG Day, and are looking forward to inviting as many supporters and helpers, past and present, to the formal proceedings as the building is able to accommodate, and sincerely hopes that all friends and users will come along to celebrate as the day progresses. Further details of the timetable will be released as soon as possible.

A great deal has been achieved over a few short years in taking over all aspects of running and maintaining the grounds and premises from Herefordshire Council and Herefordshire Housing. This has included undertaking fund-raising and project-managing refurbishment of the building, car park and play-area, as well as arranging numerous community activities and providing a well-equipped hall for private bookings. TDCC is very proud of all progress made, and has more plans for the future to serve the local community.

The Tudorville Youth Centre building was previously owned by Herefordshire Council to deliver youth services in this area. However, no youth services were being delivered within this building and it was declared surplus to requirements in December 2009. There was a significant amount of work required to bring the building into a more user friendly community centre and to meet the needs of the local community.

16 members of the local community formed a management committee after a public meeting in February 2010, which showed there was a great deal of support for the idea of the community running its own centre.

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