PLANS to break the ground on a new community garden redevelopment project in Newquay have been postponed.

The Crantock Street Community Garden committee was due to stage the event on Saturday, April 25, between 11am and 2pm.

The decision follows its appointed contractor having to withdraw from the project due to ill health.

The much-needed makeover involves creating accessible pathways and surfaces, safe and attractive planting areas, structured growing spaces, seating and social areas, outdoor learning and activity space, biodiversity-rich landscaping and durable infrastructure to support long-term community use.

Anna Jay, the chair of Crantock Street Community Garden CIC, said: “We’re incredibly proud of the progress made over the past two years on the redevelopment of Crantock Street Community Garden.

“During this time, we have successfully secured major funding, put a lease in place, set up as a CIC and are on the verge of receiving planning permission - an important milestone for a project that means so much to our local community.

“But due to unexpected ill-health, our appointed contractor has had to withdraw from the project at the very last minute.

“This has understandably impacted our timeline.

“As a result, the breaking ground event planned will no longer be going ahead as scheduled.

“While this is a disappointing setback, we are already working hard to appoint a new contractor and establish a revised timeline, which we hope to be able to confirm this week.

“Our commitment to delivering a vibrant, inclusive community space remains stronger than ever.

“We will share further updates soon, including a new date to celebrate the start of work, as well as the launch of our Crowdfunder to support the finishing touches, such as planting and community art.

“We would like to thank everyone who continues to support us.

“We look forward to bringing this project to life very soon.”