Milton Keynes residents are invited to a series of events to join their neighbours and learn more about the local services available.

Organised by a group of council tenants and city council staff, The Great Get Together aims to bring communities closer and give people a chance to get more involved in their local area.

Ten events will be held in different areas across Milton Keynes over the next year. Every event is free to attend and open to everyone.

Residents can enjoy refreshments and activities, meet neighbours, and speak to council teams and partners about things that matter most to them, including getting housing advice. They can also find out how to get involved in improving their neighbourhood.

Milton Keynes residents are invited to connect with their neighbours and learn about the local services available at 'The Great Get Together' event. Photo: Milton Keynes City Council

placeholder image — Milton Keynes residents are invited to connect with their neighbours and learn about the local services available at 'The Great Get Together' event. Photo: Milton Keynes City Council

Cabinet Member for Housing, Cllr Ed Hume, joined the group earlier this week as they prepared for the first event this weekend.

Cllr Hume said: “The Great Get Together is all about strengthening the connection between residents and the council. We know that strong communities are built when people feel heard, supported and involved in local decisions.

“These events give residents a real opportunity to share their views, access support and play a direct role in shaping the future of their neighbourhoods.

“I’d encourage everyone to come along, meet your neighbours and discover how you can be part of making Milton Keynes an even better place to live.”

Event dates and locations:

Saturday, June 6: 11am – 2pm – Netherfield Meeting Place, Farmborough, Netherfield, MK6 4HS
Saturday, June 20: 11am – 2pm – Wolverton Bath House, 205 Stratford Road, Wolverton, MK12 5RL
Saturday, July 18: 11am – 2pm – Chepstow Community Centre, 107 Chepstow Drive, Bletchley, MK3 5NG
Thursday, July 30: 11am – 2:30pm – Blue Light Event, Conniburrow Community Centre, MK14 7DX
Saturday, August 29: 11am – 2pm – Memorial Hall, 4 High Street, Woburn Sands, MK17 8RH
Thursday, September 10: 2pm – 5pm – Rainbows Family Centre, Pepper Hill School, Bradville, MK13 7BQ
Tuesday, October 13: 2pm – 5pm – Trinity Centre Fishermead, Fishermead Boulevard, MK6 2LA
Thursday, October 22: 2pm – 5pm – Saplings Family Centre, Queensway, Bletchley, MK2 2HB
Saturday, November 14: 11am – 2pm – Olney Town Council, The Olney Centre, Olney, MK46 4EF
Friday, November 27: 3pm – 6pm – Centrecom Community Centre, 602 North Row, CMK, MK9 3BJ