On Saturday (September 19), an official opening was held for Rosegarth Square.
Since January 2025, a vast amount of work has taken place to revamp the area between the bus station and the Haven, with steps including: the demolition of two large, vacant buildings; the construction of a three-storey, multi-use development; the installation of artwork; and the restoration and relocation of the Five Lamps landmark.
The Boston Borough Council scheme was made possible thanks to £14.8m of Government Levelling Up funding, plus £2.3m from the Government-backed Boston Partnership Fund. On Saturday, a day-long celebration was held to mark the transformation.
Ahead of cutting the ceremonial ribbon, Coun Dale Broughton, leader of the council, said: “This area is now unrecognisable from the once underused and somewhat aged part of our brilliant town centre.
“We now have a vibrant, welcoming public space for everyone to enjoy, for all our residents, businesses and visitors to our fabulous town.”
He said he was ‘in no doubt’ that the overhaul would encourage further investment into the town centre, and thanked all those who had contributed to it.
“This project is more than just a physical transformation,” he said. “It’s an investment in the people of Boston, local businesses and the future of our great town.”
5. Official opening of Rosegarth Square, Boston
Boston Scouts were among the community groups represented on the day. Pictured (from left) Sue Morrison, Dave May, and Beth May. Photo: Holly Parkinson
6. Official opening of Rosegarth Square, Boston
Blackfriars Theatre also had a stall. Pictured (from left) Adey Ramsel (executive director), Jane Dalton (volunteer), and Dan Poulson (trustee). Photo: Holly Parkinson
7. Official opening of Rosegarth Square, Boston
Una Munyimani (left), 15, and friend Bianca Albu, 15, at the colouring wall. Photo: Holly Parkinson