After years of planning and fundraising the multi-million pound “Link Project” is well under way and is due to be completed in Spring 2026. It involves a complete renovation and transformation of the Ashbourne Methodist Church.

Gateway aims to offer affordable accommodation in a friendly environment in a great location in the centre of the market town of Ashbourne.

The Gateway Centre will be completely redeveloped and is being transformed into a modern, high standard hostel offering seven ensuite bedrooms sleeping 32 guests. When it reopens it will be renamed Gateway Lodge. In a separate building within the grounds there will also be a one bedroom and two bedroom fully furnished apartments.

Gateway Lodge will be ideal for:

• Schools
• Young people
• Uniformed organisations
• Family groups
• Church groups
• Walking, cycling and outdoor sports groups