Newtown, Longridge red and black plaque

This red and black commemorative plaque records: Newtown This plaque commemorates the declaration by her worship the manor councillor Miss M.A. Melling on the 9th of May 1981, of the successful completion of the first general improvement area in Longridge, which followed from the initiative of the Ribble valley borough Council and the support of the Newtown residents

Newtown, a residential area in Longridge, marks the site of the first general improvement area successfully completed in 1981, showcasing local government and community collaboration under the leadership of Miss M.A. Melling.