Historic Bilston social club closes doors to members
An historic social club in Bilston has closed to members – but will continue to host community and sports groups.
The Springvale Sports and Social Club stands at the site of the former Spring Vale Iron Works in Millfields Road.
It hosts more than 40 clubs and societies including its own football, cricket and bowling sides.
It traces its history back to 1939 when employees at the iron works partly funded the building of a social centre.
The Midcounties Co-operative took control in 2007 but have now taken the 'difficult decision' to close the members' club.
Bosses declined to say why the changes were being made but confirmed it was looking to relocate staff affected.
A spokesman for the group, said: "The Springfield Social Club is an important part of our community, and continues to be a valued home to a host of social and sports clubs based in the area.
"We remain committed to offering the club as service for local people, but have taken the difficult decision to close its day-to-day operations as a walk-in members' club. We are currently consulting with colleagues whose positions may be affected as a result, working with them to provide employment."
