Thank you to all the residents and former residents of Birchwood who participated in the three discussion groups held at Risley Moss Visitor Centre in November. It was a fascinating, informative few days and the discussions covered a lot of ground. The discussions form part of the overall data collection of the project which also include one to one interviews with residents and former staff at the Development Corporation. This data will be used in a number of journal articles and a book chapter for an edited volume on place identity in the British New Town.
I aim to host more discussion groups in the new year so please check back in to see where and when they will be happening. Participants in the discussion groups took part in a free prize draw to win a £25 gift voucher for Asda, and it’s my pleasure to report Margaret Worsley was the winner. Thanks to her and to everyone who gave their time, thoughts and reflections to the project.
Days of the New Town 