Check out the final plans for the new Flexi-Hall at Bury Market

Come along to Bury Market to see the plans for the future Flexi-Hall and Market regeneration!

A series of public ‘drop-in’ sessions are planned at Bury Outdoor Market during July. At these sessions there will be the opportunity to find out more about the plans and meet the project team to ask them any questions.

These sessions will be held on The Golden Mile, Bury Outdoor Market.

10am to 3pm on the following dates:

• Friday 19^th July
• Saturday 20^th July
• Wednesday 24^th July

For anyone not able to attend these events and see the plans in person they can view them here: https://www.bury.gov.uk/planni...

Following Bury Council’s successful bid, Bury Market received £20 million from the former government’s levelling up fund. This money is dedicated to futureproofing the Market by improving accessibility alongside building a new multifunctional Flexi-Hall.

All plans have been heavily influenced by feedback following last year’s public consultation. Listening to opinions from customers, traders and residents across the borough.

Councillor Charlotte Morris, cabinet member for culture, economy and skills, said: “I am delighted that we are strengthening Bury town centre with our regeneration plans, alongside the new flexi-hall. Bury Market plays a vital role in bolstering Bury’s economy, providing hundreds of jobs, bringing in large amounts of money to the town and supporting a loyal customer base. Our regeneration plans aim to build upon these strengths and future proof not only the market but our historic town centre as well.

"We must adapt to the changing needs of our residents and traders which is why we have made this investment into the Flexi-Hall, opening up multifunctional space able to provide further opportunities for cultural events and entertainment in our bustling town centre.”

Councillor Eamonn O’Brien, Leader of Bury Council, said: “Bury Market is a historic and integral part of our town centre and staple of our borough. I am incredibly proud of the continued community support for the market and the thousands of visitors we have come to enjoy Bury throughout the year. It is no secret that with the closure of the indoor market many of our traders have braved tough times, but we are now coming back stronger.

"The new Flexi-Hall is an exciting opportunity to bring more into our town centre, from live music to artisan stalls and food and drinks festivals. I encourage anyone passing through Bury to take advantage of our engagement stalls and find out more about the bright future of Bury Market.”

The timeline below shows when some of the main construction activities are expected to begin. Please note that dates shown are anticipated but may be subject to change.

• July/August 2024: Start utility service diversions in Murray Road
• Mid-August 2024: Contractor’s site compound set up at the Market car park
• Mid-August 2024: Erection of site hoardings around vacant properties 2 and 10 Princess Parade and the former Bury Market Office at Murray Road
• September 2024: Start service diversions within outdoor market areas.
• Mid-October 2024: Start canopy improvements to outdoor market areas (Frederick and Edward blocks)
• End-October 2024: Start outdoor market canopy improvements (George, Wyndam, Georgiana, Garden, Princess blocks)
• November 2024: Start demolition of vacant properties (2-10 Princess Parade and former market office at Murray Road)
• January 2025: Start dismantling redundant bus canopy (next to Stand E Bury Interchange)
• February 2025: Start demolition of vacant units (Nos 47 and 51 Market Street)
• June 2025: Start Bury Market Flexi Hall construction
• February 2026: Start landscaping improvements
• June/July 2026: Scheme completion.

You can find all the information about Bury Market regeneration and the Flexi-Hall here:

https://www.bury.gov.uk/planni...