Current regeneration projects
The Major Projects and Regeneration team are responsible for overseeing and managing a portfolio of projects designed to improve pride of place in West Northamptonshire.
These projects are financed through funding streams such as the Towns Fund, Future High Streets Fund, National Lottery Heritage Fund and Levelling Up Fund.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
Location: Northampton, NN1 2DL
Value: £10.4 million
Funding Source: Future High Street Fund and S106 / CIL
Forecast start on site: Winter 2022/2023
Forecast completion: Summer 2024
Currently, the existing market square is underused, outdated, and does not meet the requirements of the community.
This project will significantly enhance this place through the provision of:
- fixed modern permanent market stalls
- stepped seating
- new street furniture
- an enhanced public realm
- public art
- a bespoke water feature
The project will put the community at the heart of this space by including:
- a large event space
- a yearly activity programme
While construction is underway, market traders will be temporarily relocated to Commercial Street car park.
Location: Northampton, NN1 1DP
Value: £5.2 million
Funding Source: Get Building Fund, West Northamptonshire Council, Towns Fund and Northampton Arts Collective Limited
Start on site: Spring 2023
Forecast completion: Summer 2024
Forming part of Northampton’s Cultural Quarter, the 24 Guildhall Road project is a partnership between West Northamptonshire Council and NN Contemporary Art and will see the renovation of a previously derelict building into an innovative cultural centre for Northampton. The project is being conducted in 2 phases.
Phase 1 is now complete and includes the creation of:
- 26 artist studios
- a Contemporary Art Gallery
- a new Project Space
- an Artists Research Lounge
- a Multimedia Room
- a Civic Reading Room and Arts Library and shop
Phase 2, due to finish in Spring 2024, will include works to:
- the external fabric
- a mechanical and electrical upgrade to the whole building premises
- completing the entrance and common areas serving the building and the Northampton Museum (including compliant access arrangements)
- completing aspects of refurbishment of areas to be leased to Northampton Arts Collective Limited (NNCA)
- refurbish the 2 upper floors of the building, which have not been undertaken in Phase 1
Further information on this project can be viewed on the NN Contemporary Art website.
Location: Northampton, NN1 2AW
Value: £5.18 million
Funding Source: Towns Fund
Forecast start on site: Winter 2023/2024
Forecast completion: Spring 2025
This project will revitalise the pedestrianised areas of Northampton’s main shopping street (Abington Street), significantly enhancing the public realm. The project will complement the Market Square transformation, by providing:
- improved pedestrian access
- new seating
- interpretation
- tree planting
The proposal also aims to encourage further community activity, such as street performances, outdoor dining and flexible event spaces.
Location: Northampton, NN1 1TD
Value: £9 million
Funding Source: Towns Fund and Waterside Enterprise Zone Business Rates Uplift
Forecast start on site: Spring 2025
Forecast completion: Summer 2032
The Four Waterside and Marefair development comprises 5-acres of prime development land situated at a key gateway site to the town centre from the railway station. This project will help positively create and transform this gateway and directly responds to the need to support the repurposing and rejuvenation of the town centre.
The Council will be working with an experienced developer partner to bring this project forward. The project will improve the overall perceptions of Northampton, through the creation of high-quality mixed-use development, including:
- grade A offices
- a new hotel
- high-quality residential homes
Location: Northampton, NN1 2AW
Value: £9.7 million
Funding Source: Towns Fund
Forecast start on site: Spring 2026
Forecast completion: Summer 2032
This project will see the regeneration of 35-45 Abington Street buildings, to create a high-quality residential development, bringing active street level retail and leisure units to Abington Street. This phased development project is being delivered by a developer partnership and will see the demolition of the former M&S and BHS buildings, to facilitate this development.
Location: Northampton, NN1 1SR
Value: £3.3 million
Funding Source: Towns Fund, S106/CIL, National Lottery Heritage Fund and Architectural Heritage Fund
Forecast start on site: March 2023
Forecast completion: Summer 2024
The Old Black Lion is celebrated as the oldest pub in Northampton. This project will regenerate the Grade II Listed former pub to bring it back to life at the heart of the community. The Old Black Lion will also become the Churches Conservation Trust’s new HQ which will be relocated from London.
The project will form part of the transformation of the gateway into the town centre and offer an exciting new facility for the local community. Money raised through the pub will also allow for the neighbouring Grade I listed St Peter’s Church to be maintained and used as a community facility.
Location: Northampton, NN1 1TP
Value: £2.1 million
Funding Source: Towns Fund and S106/CIL
Forecast start on site: Spring 2024
Forecast completion: Spring 2025
The new Heritage Park will provide much needed amenity space in this area of the town. It is seen as a green space which will include:
- a play area
- new pathways
- flowerbeds
- seating areas
The park will celebrate the rich heritage of the area and help people to learn more about its historical significance. The Heritage Park will:
- create a heritage green space
- ensure safe footpath routes
- include a new play area
- include new flowerbeds and seating areas
- include archaeological remains – informed by the Archaeological works and Watching Brief
- protect heritage assets and help to enhance the settings of Northampton Castle and Mound, Grade 1 listed St Peter’s Church and Grade 2 listed Castle Hill Reformed Church
Location: Northampton Town
Value: £500,000
Funding Source: Towns Fund
Forecast start on site: Spring 2023
Forecast completion: Spring 2025
The Northampton Social Enterprise Investment Fund has been created to help drive and support the growth of Social Enterprises in Northampton. Specifically, it will help support:
- the growth of existing social enterprises
- new social business ventures
- the creation of new jobs
- opportunities for communities to engage in social enterprise activities
- the enhancement of existing networks to offer work to people often excluded from the labour market
- and enhance Northampton as a Social Enterprise destination
It will promote and demonstrate the contribution the social enterprise sector makes to the local economy, civil society, and the lives of residents in Northampton.
Market Walk, is set to undergo a vast transformation as renowned food hall and leisure developer, STACK, in collaboration with West Northamptonshire Council, will revitalise the prominent space, breathing new life into the heart of the town with the introduction of a new leisure and entertainment destination. The project will ignite the town’s vibrancy and vitality, supporting both the day time and night time economy. With an investment of £4.175 million from the Towns Fund and an additional £8 million from STACK, this project will create a vibrant social hub for the community. The redevelopment will include a diverse selection of independent street food traders, bars, interactive games, communal seating, and a main stage for live music performances, catering to all ages and interests.
Last updated 16 August 2024