Town Centre Vacancy Workshops for Antrim and Newtownabbey
These events will explore the challenges and opportunities facing local town centres
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council recently carried out a study on vacant properties in the area and invited local stakeholders to help shape future priorities and opportunities.
A series of local workshops are now scheduled to take place, providing an opportunity to explore the issues and opportunities identified through the survey in more detail.
The workshops aim to bring together a range of local stakeholders, including community group representatives, local business owners, sports clubs, local organisations and others with an interest in the future of the towns in the area.
Event details
The sessions will provide an opportunity to:
- explore the challenges and opportunities facing the town centres
- discuss the future use of vacant and underused buildings
- share local knowledge, ideas and experiences
- consider opportunities to make each town centre more vibrant, attractive and sustainable
- help identify potential priorities for future investment and regeneration
Each of the workshops will begin at 6:30pm on the following dates:
- Tuesday 8 September 2026 - Crumlin Integrated College
- Thursday 10 September 2026 - Ballyclare Town Hall
- Monday 14 September 2026 - Space, Antrim
- Wednesday 16 September 2026 - Lilian Bland, Glengormley
Find out more and register for a workshop.
First published 27 August 2026