A bandstand for the people of Luton

Four Luton Rotary clubs, Luton, Luton North, Luton Sommeries and Luton Chiltern, worked to set up a bandstand for the town.

At a special ceremony at Wardown Park Museum, the Rotary Club’s patron Lord Bill McKenzie handed over the deeds and a photograph of the plaque to the Mayor of Luton, Cllr Tahir Malik, on behalf of the people of Luton.

Building work began on the bandstand in February after four years of delays and a complete architect redesign to satisfy the council’s planning department and the public.

A spokesperson for the Luton Rotary clubs said: “Luton Council have now accepted responsibility for the Bandstand and music groups can book the Bandstand via the Parks department.

“Debbie Hodge, the President of Rotary in Great Britain and Ireland, spoke about Rotary’s contribution to the local community.

“She also referred to people enjoying memories of the past and present when they hear the music that will be played at the Bandstand celebrating the vibrant and diverse cultures in Luton. Rotarians are proud to present this unique and exciting venue to the people of Luton.”

The new building is of Victorian design and replaces the original bandstand, it will be sited at the north westerly side of Wardown Park.

The Rotary Bandstand will be available for cultural activities such as music and drama and will be a great addition to Luton’s cultural heritage.