Park End Shelter
Bringing a historic building back to life – for the community.
Workington Town Council has proudly restored this historically significant building and transformed it into a welcoming space that supports residents of all ages.
The building will be available free of charge to non-profit and voluntary organisations. The building will host workshops and events that benefit local people, focusing on health, sustainability, creativity, and wellbeing.
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​Facilities within the building include:
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- A kitchen
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- A meeting room
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- Tables and chairs
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- WiFi
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- Toilet facilities
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- Full accessibility throughout
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​The building will also be available for private hire or commercial use, please contact us directly to discuss this. Priority will be given to non-profit and voluntary organisations delivering activities that align with the Council's Five Year Plan objectives. ​
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History of the building
​The building has been located in Vulcan Park since 1937 when Helena Thompson donated money for an ‘Old Man’s Shelter’ to be built - named the Park End Shelter. It was intended as a reading and meeting room where men could gather to read the newspaper.
