Developers behind controversial plans to build a new incinerator facility have opened an on-site information centre.

Indaver say the hub, which is based at the site of the under-construction Rivenhall Integrated Waste Management Facility (IWMF) is opened onSunday (May 15) for the local community to visit.

The open day gave residents a chance to visit an exhibition to learn about Indaver’s progress and plans for both the IWMF site, as well as the adjoining Woodhouse Farm heritage site.

The open day was also being held in conjunction with the Farm Machinery Preservation Society’s annual Crank Up event.

The group hosted displays of classic tractors, working demonstrations and presentations of farm implements, with free entry and barbecue lunch for anyone who wanted to join the event.

Indaver say the information hub is an integral part of the Rivenhall IWMF & Energy Centre's commitment to the community.

It designed to provide a place for people to meet and learn about sustainable waste management solutions such as Energy from Waste facilities.

At the information hub, visitors can also observe the IWMF, both as it is being built and when it is fully operational.

Indaver hopes to welcome school trips and other local groups over the next few years, to engage younger generations in sustainable waste management and the current climate crisis.

The Woodhouse Farm site also plans to provide a range of opportunities to learn about some of Rivenhall’s history as well as natural habitats and wildlife, as the site is a biodiversity for a wide range of nature.

The Farm Machinery Preservation Society is a local group which will be using the Woodhouse Farm site as their base.

The barn that currently stands on the restoration site, was once used to house the farm machinery used in the neighbouring fields.

Indaver is letting the group house its machinery there and bring it back to life as a workshop, as it once was.