Projects

Community-led research shaping Millbrook’s story.

A group of local residents gathered around a table, engaged in lively discussion with notebooks and maps spread out.
A group of local residents gathered around a table, engaged in lively discussion with notebooks and maps spread out.
Research Focus

Our community researchers explore Millbrook’s heritage, local assets, and lived experiences, uncovering stories that matter to residents and partners alike.

Close-up of hands holding old photographs and archival documents from Millbrook’s past.
Close-up of hands holding old photographs and archival documents from Millbrook’s past.
Get Involved

Join upcoming events or contribute your own stories and memories to help shape the future of Millbrook’s community heritage.

Gallery

Snapshots capturing Millbrook’s vibrant community life.

A lively community event in Millbrook park with families and children enjoying activities.
A lively community event in Millbrook park with families and children enjoying activities.
Historic black-and-white photo of Millbrook’s old streets and local shops.
Historic black-and-white photo of Millbrook’s old streets and local shops.
Close-up of a colourful quilt made by local residents as part of a creative project.
Close-up of a colourful quilt made by local residents as part of a creative project.
Green spaces in Millbrook with blooming flowers and people walking dogs on a sunny day.
Green spaces in Millbrook with blooming flowers and people walking dogs on a sunny day.

About Šviesa Millbrook

Šviesa Millbrook is a community heritage project exploring Millbrook’s rich history and vibrant local life.

A warm, sunlit photograph of Millbrook’s green spaces with community members enjoying a local event.
A warm, sunlit photograph of Millbrook’s green spaces with community members enjoying a local event.
Our Mission
Community Focus

We work closely with local groups and the University of Southampton to share stories and support Millbrook’s future.

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Made in Millbrook is a University of Southampton research project, delivered with support from Testlands. The project has received ethical approval through the University of Southampton’s Ethics and Research Governance Online system: ERGO 112697. The views and experiences shared through the project belong to individual contributors and do not necessarily represent the views of the University of Southampton or Testlands. Copyright remains with the respective authors, photographers and rights holders; archive material is credited wherever possible.

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