The redevelopment of Crompton Place in Bolton is a significant step in the town’s regeneration efforts.
- A demolition contractor is soon to be appointed to progress the revamp of the shopping centre.
- Bolton Council is presenting a report to select a developer partner, emphasising transparency and competitiveness.
- The redevelopment aims to transform the area into a dynamic town centre with a focus on high-quality retail and public spaces.
- Current tenants will be relocated, with Primark moving to Market Place by the end of November.
The redevelopment of Crompton Place is making headway with the anticipated appointment of a demolition contractor. This move is pivotal for the Bolton regeneration project and is set to be discussed in a report to Bolton Council’s cabinet next month. The report will also look for approval to find a developer partner for the site.
The council’s strategy involves acquiring Crompton Place, demolishing it, and offering the location as a low-risk, development-ready site to attract investors. Once this process is complete, it will re-establish a critical connection between Victoria Square and Bradshawgate, facilitating the regeneration of the area while increasing public space.
Moreover, there are plans for ‘meanwhile use’ of the area during its transition, aiming to prevent vacancies or unappealing fenced-off zones. This considerate approach ensures that the space remains involved and beneficial to the community even as the redevelopment takes place.
As part of the redevelopment, existing tenants such as Primark will relocate, with Primark set to move to Market Place on November 27. This transition follows the surrender of the lease on the former M&S building earlier in the year. The relocation supports the council’s vision of concentrating high-quality retail around Market Place, integrating it with housing, hospitality, leisure, and employment opportunities.
Coun Akhtar Zaman, Bolton Council’s deputy leader and cabinet member for regeneration, explained that the public prioritises the demolition and redevelopment of Crompton Place. He anticipates that these changes will attract increased private sector investment into the town centre, furthering Bolton’s economic interests. Various projects, funded by the government’s Towns Fund, including the Bolton central library refurbishment and Wellsprings Innovation Centre, support this regeneration.
Additional residential projects such as Moor Lane, Deansgate Gardens, and Church Wharf are set to reinforce the town centre’s population growth, while the broader borough will benefit from developments like the Bolton Institute of Medical Sciences and the Farnworth Green urban neighbourhood.
The demolition and redevelopment of Crompton Place mark a pivotal moment in Bolton’s journey towards a revitalised and thriving town centre.
