The Council Delayed. We Can't.

Help Us Bridge the Gap.

The Brutal Truth:

    Tower Hamlets Council has deferred our lease renewal decision until June. While our legal protections temporarily roll over, major grant funders are unable to release essential funds without long-term lease security. Our core operational revenue is frozen, and we are draining emergency reserves.

    As a direct result, the Attlee Centre must temporarily suspend its face-to-face play services starting Monday, 25 May 2026 (including the May half-term). This is the first time in 46 years our gates will close for a school holiday.

    We refuse to let this pause become permanent. We are launching our "Bridge the Gap" survival campaign to raise £30,000 to cover basic staff overheads, secure our facilities, and guarantee our full 2026 Summer Holiday Programme.

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Economic Reality

Tower Hamlets has the highest child poverty rate in England. Over 50% of children live in poverty after housing costs.

Source: DWP Households Below Average Income, 2024/25

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Bridge The Gap | Attlee Centre

The Goal: £30,000

We need this to cover basic staff overheads, secure facilities, and guarantee the 2026 Summer Holiday Programme.

£280 £10k (Survival) £30k (Summer Return)
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Read the History

Founded in 1980 to fill local cutback gaps. Read our 46-year journey fighting to ensure this space remains a permanent fixture for local youth.

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Provide Goods

We need recreational equipment, sports balls, and art supplies. Check our verified Amazon Wishlist to send items directly to our doors.

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Corporate Hire

Our pitches, halls, and green spaces are open for dry-hire during June down-hours. 100% of corporate fees go directly to our survival fund.

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