Bolton’s Crompton Place shopping center is on the brink of transformation as a contractor for demolition gets ready to be appointed.
- The project represents a significant regeneration effort in Bolton, focusing on the link between Victoria Square and Bradshawgate.
- If approved, the project will invite developers to propose designs ensuring continued activity in the area even during transition.
- The reimagined town center will prioritize high-quality retail alongside housing, hospitality, and leisure spaces.
- Bolton Council emphasizes the importance of this development for attracting private investments and revitalizing the downtown area.
The redevelopment of Crompton Place shopping center in Bolton marks a crucial step forward, with plans to appoint a demolition contractor. This undertaking is part of the town center’s flagship regeneration projects, set to be discussed in a report for Bolton Council’s cabinet meeting next month. By acquiring and dismantling Crompton Place, the council aims to present a low-risk, development-ready site to potential investors, highlighting its prime town center location.
Upon approval of the report, developers will be invited to engage in an open, transparent, and competitive selection process, ensuring that the area’s progress aligns with strategic regeneration goals. The demolition will re-establish a direct connection between Victoria Square and Bradshawgate, enhancing open public spaces and facilitating broader redevelopment efforts.
An innovative approach has been proposed to utilize the spaces opened up by demolition. ‘Meanwhile use’ plans include temporary installations, preventing the area from becoming inactive or isolated. This strategy underscores the council’s commitment to maintaining vibrancy in the town center throughout the redevelopment process.
Key developments involve the relocation of existing tenants, including Primark, set to move to the Market Place on November 27, after relinquishing its lease on a previous property. This move supports the council’s strategy to concentrate quality retail offerings within strategic zones, complemented by residential, leisure, and commercial opportunities.
Coun Akhtar Zaman, Bolton Council’s deputy leader and cabinet member for regeneration, reaffirmed the project’s significance among residents, citing it as a top priority. He emphasized the council’s dedication to transforming the underutilized building and working with developers to rejuvenate the site. Recent redevelopment projects backed by the government’s Towns Fund, such as library refurbishments and residential expansions, reflect broader enhancements already underway, further signaling Bolton’s growth potential.
Bolton’s focus on comprehensive redevelopment demonstrates a commitment to transform its town center into a vibrant, investment-attracting destination.
