re:connection Dorchester
@reconnection.org.uk
Investigating options for a community, business and creative hub in a restored heritage building in Dorchester, Dorset, UK.
reconnection.org.uk | Community Interest Company 16652702 | The Little Keep, Barrack Road, Dorchester DT1 1SQ
reconnection.org.uk | Community Interest Company 16652702 | The Little Keep, Barrack Road, Dorchester DT1 1SQ
Stakeholders have their say on the project - read full report on a very well attended and lively event hosted by @dorchesterarts.bsky.social and the Town Council reconnection.org.uk/2026/01/13/s...
January 21, 2026 at 10:09 AM
Stakeholders have their say on the project - read full report on a very well attended and lively event hosted by @dorchesterarts.bsky.social and the Town Council reconnection.org.uk/2026/01/13/s...
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As the article puts it: “What the story boils down to is clear: a lesson in letting people on the ground get on with it, not vainly pulling rusty levers in Whitehall.”
This reflects what our research shows: rebuilding high streets - and trust in politics - starts with backing communities.
This reflects what our research shows: rebuilding high streets - and trust in politics - starts with backing communities.
January 12, 2026 at 11:13 AM
As the article puts it: “What the story boils down to is clear: a lesson in letting people on the ground get on with it, not vainly pulling rusty levers in Whitehall.”
This reflects what our research shows: rebuilding high streets - and trust in politics - starts with backing communities.
This reflects what our research shows: rebuilding high streets - and trust in politics - starts with backing communities.
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🧵 @nickplumb.bsky.social spoke to John about high street decline — and where hope lies. The article points to shifts in power that can unlock real change, like @nudgecommunity.bsky.social in Plymouth, and draws on our Shuttered Front research: www.powertochange.org.uk/evidence-and...
January 12, 2026 at 11:13 AM
🧵 @nickplumb.bsky.social spoke to John about high street decline — and where hope lies. The article points to shifts in power that can unlock real change, like @nudgecommunity.bsky.social in Plymouth, and draws on our Shuttered Front research: www.powertochange.org.uk/evidence-and...
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Tipping point for UK High Streets. We must reinvent.
@reconnection.org.uk your time has come.
Excellent piece from @johnharris1969.bsky.social @theguardian.com
@reconnection.org.uk your time has come.
Excellent piece from @johnharris1969.bsky.social @theguardian.com
Latest from me, on an eternally overlooked, sniffed-at issue that is politically huge www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The UK’s high streets have reached a tipping point – and Reform will reap the benefits | John Harris
When even Poundland and charity shops are closing, we’re near a point of no return. But there is hope, says Guardian columnist John Harris
www.theguardian.com
January 11, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Tipping point for UK High Streets. We must reinvent.
@reconnection.org.uk your time has come.
Excellent piece from @johnharris1969.bsky.social @theguardian.com
@reconnection.org.uk your time has come.
Excellent piece from @johnharris1969.bsky.social @theguardian.com
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We've a few spaces left if you live in or near #Dorchester and are interested in #LocalHistory and #Heritage, especially buildings!
We are currently searching for feasibility study funding, and need volunteers to do some basic historical research on several #Dorchester town centre premises. Find out more reconnection.org.uk/2025/12/04/a...
January 6, 2026 at 10:22 AM
We've a few spaces left if you live in or near #Dorchester and are interested in #LocalHistory and #Heritage, especially buildings!
We've a few spaces left if you live in or near #Dorchester and are interested in #LocalHistory and #Heritage, especially buildings!
We are currently searching for feasibility study funding, and need volunteers to do some basic historical research on several #Dorchester town centre premises. Find out more reconnection.org.uk/2025/12/04/a...
January 6, 2026 at 10:22 AM
We've a few spaces left if you live in or near #Dorchester and are interested in #LocalHistory and #Heritage, especially buildings!
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"Minds change when people see repair, reuse or sharing working in practice, try it themselves and feel the benefits."
Policy adviser @emily-carr.bsky.social recounts her three key lessons from our recent project spotlighting the people already involved in the circular economy ⤵️
Policy adviser @emily-carr.bsky.social recounts her three key lessons from our recent project spotlighting the people already involved in the circular economy ⤵️
What we learnt from talking to people about the circular economy
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December 18, 2025 at 8:01 AM
"Minds change when people see repair, reuse or sharing working in practice, try it themselves and feel the benefits."
Policy adviser @emily-carr.bsky.social recounts her three key lessons from our recent project spotlighting the people already involved in the circular economy ⤵️
Policy adviser @emily-carr.bsky.social recounts her three key lessons from our recent project spotlighting the people already involved in the circular economy ⤵️
We are currently searching for feasibility study funding, and need volunteers to do some basic historical research on several #Dorchester town centre premises. Find out more reconnection.org.uk/2025/12/04/a...
December 4, 2025 at 4:08 PM
We are currently searching for feasibility study funding, and need volunteers to do some basic historical research on several #Dorchester town centre premises. Find out more reconnection.org.uk/2025/12/04/a...
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Very helpful session for @reconnection.org.uk on #comms and #promotion for any #heritage / community project, not just churches - although that's one option we are considering. Thanks 👍
Join us online on November 27th to learn how your church project could benefit from developing a promotional strategy. Gain new skills and the confidence to tell the story of your church to its full potential!
Book your free ticket: buff.ly/ne3zKJn
Book your free ticket: buff.ly/ne3zKJn
November 27, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Very helpful session for @reconnection.org.uk on #comms and #promotion for any #heritage / community project, not just churches - although that's one option we are considering. Thanks 👍
We're making good progress - read more here! #update #reconnection reconnection.org.uk/2025/10/31/r...
November 7, 2025 at 4:29 PM
We're making good progress - read more here! #update #reconnection reconnection.org.uk/2025/10/31/r...
Not much on BlueSky yet, but we're making progress in the background and having some great discussions. If you represent an organisation which would like to find out more and possibly be involved, follow us and send us a DM!
October 22, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Not much on BlueSky yet, but we're making progress in the background and having some great discussions. If you represent an organisation which would like to find out more and possibly be involved, follow us and send us a DM!
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Welcome news! The government is investing “Pride in Place” funding in 330+ deprived communities. Our research published today shows why this matters.
Read the full report on why community power is essential to tackling discontent, restoring trust, and driving national renewal buff.ly/MIQNu9O
Read the full report on why community power is essential to tackling discontent, restoring trust, and driving national renewal buff.ly/MIQNu9O
Returning power to the people: What community empowerment can do for the public and for politics - Power to Change
At a time when the government faces enormous pressure to mount a response to the sense of discontent and decline that the public is feeling, giving communit ...
www.powertochange.org.uk
September 25, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Welcome news! The government is investing “Pride in Place” funding in 330+ deprived communities. Our research published today shows why this matters.
Read the full report on why community power is essential to tackling discontent, restoring trust, and driving national renewal buff.ly/MIQNu9O
Read the full report on why community power is essential to tackling discontent, restoring trust, and driving national renewal buff.ly/MIQNu9O
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Communities to seize control over high streets and restore pride
Local communities will be handed new powers to revitalise their high streets and restore pride in their towns.
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Local communities will be handed new powers to revitalise their high streets and restore pride in their towns.
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Communities to seize control over high streets and restore pride
Local communities will be handed new powers to revitalise their high streets and restore pride in their towns.
www.gov.uk
September 25, 2025 at 8:46 AM
Communities to seize control over high streets and restore pride
Local communities will be handed new powers to revitalise their high streets and restore pride in their towns.
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Local communities will be handed new powers to revitalise their high streets and restore pride in their towns.
www.gov.uk/government/n...