
Friends of Water Lane Hall & Bishop’s Stortford Civic Federation
The challengeA deteriorating community building had closed because of poor maintenance and the absence of a credible case for funding.
How BCG helpedBCG supported preparation of a business case in weeks, not months—defining the need, identifying evidence gaps, assessing options and delivery, and setting out potential funding routes. The case supported engagement with the local authority, press and stakeholders.
Local-authority commitment was secured and a clear pathway to funding established.


