Midhurst Town Council announces proposal to purchase historic Lilac Cottage

The Town Council, in a statement, said: “Midhurst Town Council is proposing to purchase the historic Lilac Cottage, formerly the librarian's cottage, attached to Midhurst Town Council's chambers, offices and hall at The Old Library on Knockhundred Row.

"The property is in poor condition with an unworkable floorplan for modern living. Midhurst Town Council would like to purchase the property for community use, with a view to giving the newly founded Midhurst Community Hub a permanent home.

“The purchase of Lilac Cottage would require a Public Works Board Loan from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities.

"This would be repayable on a fixed rate over a 25 year term.

"We are collating public responses to the proposed project, so if you have any comments or helpful suggestions, please email clerk@midhurst-tc.gov.uk or pop your comments through our door at The Old Library, Knockhundred Row, GU29 9DQ.”