PLANS for a major redevelopment in the heart of Barton will be on display at tomorrow’s Barton Bash.

Residents can give their views on the proposals to demolish and rebuild the existing shops and flats in Underhill Circus as part of a rejuvenation project which could see up to £8m invested.

Over the next four years, Oxford City Council has vowed to invest £3.9m to improve the outside of flats in Stowford Road and Bayswater Road as well as facelift the Neighbourhood Centre, which will see a new IT suite be built along with its own GP practice.

The city council will be at the Barton Bash tomorrow to provide residents with updates on its plans and take feedback.

Barton councillor Mike Rowley, board member for housing, said: “Showcasing the regeneration scheme at the Barton Bash, which is the community’s biggest fair, is a great way to engage with the people of Barton and involve them in the improvement works.

“I would encourage residents of all ages to come over to the council’s stand and have their say.

“There is something for everyone in this, from the provision of floodlights for the multi-use games area enjoyed by young people, to the Neighbourhood Centre with its expanded GP surgery and computer hub, and the redevelopment of Underhill Circus, which is the face of the community.” A new ‘welcome to Barton’ sign, will be unveiled at the Bash and work to improve the blocks of flats and give gardens and streets a facelift are due to start later this year.

The council will display images of the improvements to show residents how the estate will look when the work is completed.

Tenants and businesses operating in Underhill Circus have been informed of its redevelopment plans by the council.

Out of the current £3.7m pot for the work, £1.72m will be put towards Underhill Circus, with the council planning on getting the rest of the money from sponsors and its housing company.

The flats refurbishment will cost about £1m and £350,000 will be spent in the Neighbourhood Centre. The Bash will run from midday to 4.30pm with hundreds of residents expected to attend.

Among the various stalls, bouncy castles, bingo and big bubbles will be a classic Mini about to head on an Italian job next Friday. Classic car enthusiasts Jason and Tanya Field will have their Mini, called Paddy, on display for people to sit in and experience. Cash raised will be donated to children’s charities.