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Who can use a Broadplace?


The Broadplace is available for use to the following people:

Lady at QuattYoung internet users
Broadplace users at Stiperstones Inn  Broadplace. Photograph courtesy of Stiperstones InnYoung friends at the Quatt Broadplace


  • Individuals - come along to your Broadplace and make use of the facilities on offer; even make new friends in your community
  • Groups / Societies - Cub Scouts, Girl Guides, Youth Groups, Photography society, Gardening Club - whatever your group or society there will be something online to benefit you
  • Friends - why not have gather together a few friends and have a go at gaming?

What can we use the Broadplace for?

Your group may want to do some research to do with your interest or maybe just use the internet for fun.

Below are a few examples of how you and your friends and family or social groups can benefit from using Broadband:

GamingGaming - Compete against friends or people from around the globe
PhotographyPhotography - start your own photo gallery, find out more about your camera, scan your photos or purchase equipment online
Gardening and Garden DesignGardening and Garden Design - research suitable plants and flowers for your garden or just completely redesign your garden
Interiors and Interior designInteriors and Interior design - use websites to find tips on how to improve your home, choose colour schemes etc
DIYDIY - tips on how to fix that leaky tap? how to put up that shelf
YouthYouth - Favourite pop stars, music, actors and actresses, latest trends, mobile ringtones etc
Childrens websitesChildrens websites - play games, learn about sport or nature and read about your favourite pop stars
Family HistoryFamily History - who are you? Where does your family roots come from?
Local HistoryLocal History - find out about the history of your village and famous people who were born in your area
EbayEbay - purchase and sell your unwanted items online
Ordering goods onlineOrdering goods online - books, music, DVDs, videos etc
EmailingEmailing - contact relatives and friends
ChatChat - make new friends online and talk with them
CarsCars - car maintenance, your favourite motors, even revise for your Driving Licence online
NatureNature - animals, mountains, whatever your passion there is plenty of information for you
TravelTravel - access to different cultures and countries around the world, book your holiday flights
SportSport - Football leagues, cricket tables, Grand Prix.. whatever is your game read more about the players
FoodFood - Nutrion and cooking tips, recipes online and you can even watch cookery programmes using video software
LearningLearning - learn new skills, find out about online courses etc


The list is endless - Whatever your hobbies or interests are... there is bound to be something online for you and your family


Why not hire a Broadplace for your group / society?

The room hiring fee will be individual to each Broadplace and there may be a small charge to help cover the community's costs


Have you got skills to offer?

Geoff Ardill helping a Broadplace userPhil Jones helping a Broadplace user Have you got a hobby, interest or skill that uses IT?

ie. Family history research, web design, quizzes, gaming, photo manipulation

Why not contact your nearest Broadplace? www.shropshirebroadplaces.org.uk



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