Love for Luton
I have taken a little break from talking about community sites lately, but I came across this gem and now I am defiantly back with something to share. Shout Luton is a ‘free thinking independent guide to the town of Luton’ - and it’s pretty damn good one at that. The beauty of the site is it is not affiliated with any other company or newspaper, so is an open project for the community, town and tourists alike.
Shout Luton really is a fantastic community space, it’s bursting with up-to-date content about; special events, Luton news, political parties, local charities and links to churches and other religious websites in the area. Seriously that is only a fraction of info that this hub offers.
Did you know that Faye Tozer of the legendary pop band Steps grew up in Luton? Also the first ever Domino’s Pizza to open in UK, did so in Luton – I didn’t until I checked out the local Luton trivia section. That’s right, this site even has a dedicated ‘local facts and trivia’ section – great for testing how local you think you are!
On a more practical note, this site puts many bigger websites to shame as it has so much info all in one place. It even ramps up some serious green credentials by being a one- stop- shop for recycling. It has a break down all of the places you can recycle in Luton. It also has some super useful links on where to compost in Luton or find a great photographer - local info that is invaluable.
If you want check out more about Luton then take a look at the site – or failing that if you want a more personal look at the town then check out the ‘Luton Bloggers’ section.
5 Responses to “Love for Luton”
Jon K. says:
March 31st, 2008 at 3:45 pm
Stunned that Luton can be found interesting. Links to chuches and facts like Domino’s pizza started out there, oh, ok I get it. If you a closit case it is “interesting” other wise steer clear it’s hidious. I should know I lived there for nearly four years.
Helen E. says:
April 1st, 2008 at 11:45 am
Hi John,
Thanks for the feedback, I guess the post is more about saying the Luton community website is cool rather than Luton itself - I mean I have never actually frequented Luton myself.
However this site is a pretty good example of a great independent community site - and its always a pleasure to see people passionate about their local area!
Jury is out - is Luton great people?
Matt Harwood says:
April 2nd, 2008 at 8:58 am
The website is fantastic, that’s for sure.
But after living in the hellhole (and still doing so) all my life I can urge you to avoid like the plague. Every three steps a reason for leaving the place is shown.
Although, we do of course house the best football team to grace the football leagues. Up the hatters!
Scott Jones says:
April 3rd, 2008 at 11:59 am
You’ve never been to Luton? Lucky you, unfortunately, I have.
A horrific place full of pikeys in caravans - with the worse football stadium in the league.
Darius says:
April 16th, 2008 at 7:49 pm
Hi Helen,
Interesting post. Check out http://www.dontgo.co.uk/ its a fantastic local site celebrating all things Sheffield, but with a campaigning, wry feel and lovely stripped-down web 1.0 design.