community centre

British

noun

a building used by members of a community for social gatherings, educational activities, etc

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Mike Durke knows the community and the community centre well.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Local councillor Gareth Richards said three people were in the community centre on Perrott Street, which is also being used by emergency services.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

The former synagogue was due to be sold at auction earlier this year, with a separate bid by a Muslim group to buy the building and convert it into a mosque and community centre.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

The funding will be aimed at boosting police patrols and protections around synagogues, schools and community centre, taking the total commitment this year to £58m.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

There was some talk of keeping it open for a community centre, or something, but it fell through.

From Half Portions by Ferber, Edna

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