Connecting Communities – Deepdale in Bolton
In the heart of the Deepdale community, something powerful is happening—not with grand headlines or flashy campaigns, but with a simple connection that’s changing lives. Opus Broadband, in partnership with Bolton at Home, is helping bring high-speed internet access to the people who need it most, and the results are already transforming how the community connects, learns, and
grows.
More Than Housing—A Hub for Hope
Bolton at Home has never been just a landlord. As a charitable social housing provider, their mission is rooted in empowering tenants and building stronger, more resilient communities. At Deepdale, that mission comes to life. The centre supports everything from financial aid and mental health to youth engagement and employment services, helping more than 200 people annually into work or training. But one of the most critical needs in today’s world—digital access—was still a hurdle. Until now.
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Empowering Through Digital Inclusion
Having internet here is amazing we are able to connect online to complete work and run classes, like today we have Bolton college here to run a class. We also have other charity partners that come here and are able to use the internet to help the Bolton community. Before opus we had to connect to a hotspot which was patchy and unreliable.
Internet access at Deepdale isn’t just about speed—it’s about inclusion, opportunity, and equality. Whether it’s applying for jobs, joining a Zoom class, attending a support session, or simply staying in touch with loved ones, connectivity is now a lifeline. For the many organisations that use the space, it means more effective delivery of services. For residents, it means access to essential digital tools that many of us take for granted. From homework help to managing Universal Credit accounts, broadband access is enabling people to live fuller, more independent lives
How can you get a referral for a FREE Broadband connection
We want to donate broadband to the digitally excluded who really need it. We can only do it with your help, if you are part of a local council, housing association, school or community group. Get in touch today through the link below.