Macclesfield town redevelopment news, views, gossip, pictures. Plans were first unveiled for the scheme when the council offered one of two of the town centre s car parks for the development of a cinema scheme. Action plan to transform crewe town centre crewe chronicle. Place north west macclesfield masterplan signed off by. The town lies on the river bollin, in the east of the county on the edge of the cheshire plain, with macclesfield forest to its east. The steering group has collaborated to provide a constructive response to the recent town strategy consultation, and has been exploring options to. The macclesfield town centre vision design board, which is made up of key stakeholders, and cheshire east council officers, will hold its inaugural meeting on thursday, 30 april 2015 before engaging fully with elected members of the relevant town and borough councils after the local. Oct 20, 2019 a cheshire east council cabinet has approved the new strategic regeneration framework for macclesfield town centre. Some lovely pieces of local arts and crafts on sale, you can even get yourself a macc town shirt if youre that. Find planning applications near macclesfield on yell. Sep 22, 2016 cheshire east councillors were told the proposals for macclesfield would have an adverse impact on plans to redevelop the nearby town centre.
Cheshire east councils planning committee meet on 29 th january to decide on the scheme. Macclesfield based chartered surveyor nick hynes, who has led a local stakeholder panel charged with advising the council, said the proposals were extremely good for the town centre. Jul 24, 2018 macclesfield councillors have approved controversial plans for a. Macclesfield is a market town and civil parish in cheshire, england. Given the sites location adjacent to macclesfield town centre, planners felt it represented a sustainable development that could bring additional economic and social benefits also for the town. Accommodation is always in high demand across the town, its recommended that you book in advance especially around june and holidays periods. The macclesfield town centre masterplan, the cornerstone of plans for a multimillion pound redevelopment, is now ready to form the basis of the outline planning application to be submitted this autumn. Based on this research, our report sets out a range of recommendations, to help secure the future of our centres. A 52 page report identifies the royal arcade and adjoining land as the key priority, among 14 opportunity sites, in the town centre regeneration. Award winning luxury house builder, hillcrest homes, has agreed to purchase a landmark site on cumberland street in macclesfield town centre from.
The future of the town centre was a hot topic of conversation at last thursdays make it macclesfield annual general meeting. Very helpful staff in the macclesfield visitor information centre. Dec 18, 2017 the project is a key part of the overall strategy for the regeneration of macclesfield town centre, on which david has been campaigning throughout his time as macclesfield s mp. Kings will maintain its existing network of coach routes, plus there are plans to add two shuttle minibus links with macclesfield and prestbury train station. Quirky regeneration plan for macclesfield town centre gets cheshire. The guests were then given an update on the recent activities and plans for the future of make it macclesfield as well. It is around 16 miles south of manchester city centre and 38 miles 60 km to the east of chester before the norman conquest, macclesfield was held by edwin, earl of mercia and was assessed at. Consultancy firm cushman and wakefield worked with cec on its expressions of interest in the scheme, and recommended crewe and macclesfield as the best towns to put forward for bids. Councillor ainsley arnold, cheshire east council cabinet member for housing, planning and regeneration said. It is around 16 miles south of manchester city centre and 38 miles 60 km to. Macclesfield is a nice town, beautiful countryside, good housing, great location, strong business, it needs to encourage cultural development to bring visitors to the. Held in the assembly room at macclesfield town hall, around 100 people were in attendance as mp david rutley opened proceedings. The aim is to provide developers and investors with the confidence and certainty needed to bring forward investment to revitalise macclesfield.
Macclesfield visitor information centre 2020 all you need. A number of regeneration initiatives have already been delivered such as the market place improvements, the waters project, shop front grants and sparrow park enhancements. The council has endorsed a wide ranging vision for macclesfield with enhancing public realm and the town centre. I want to be part of the fight macclesfield town f. Oct 19, 2016 scheme to revitalise macclesfield town centre moves forward as ground investigations begin on proposed site. Macclesfield town centre but the report, which follows work with consultant cushman wakefield, sounds a note of caution for the ambitious plan, which aims to develop retail, commercial and residential offerings. I fully support the principle of setting out our continued commitment to the revitalisation of macclesfield town centre over the next five years and look forward to seeing the draft strategy document developed into a firm plan. Macclesfield town centre 400 south macclesfield development area 900 previously developed land windfall 200 empty house reduction 100 total 2655 4. Work to transform crewe town centre expected to start next. Cheshire east is now looking to bring forward a series of key objectives for the town centre, first focussing on developing detailed public realm designs, and prioritising investment in chestergate and macclesfields historic centre. Macclesfield town centre and shops, cheshire youtube. Macclesfield residents have their say on town centre future. Strategic regeneration framework for macclesfield town centre.
Along with the neecc, lichfields has looked at a number of towns in the northeast of england, as well as wider trends and initiatives, in order to establish examples of best practice. Alongside fellow cheshire golden triangle villages wilmslow and alderley edge, it is one of the most soughtafter and expensive places to live outside london. Councils commitment to the future regeneration of macclesfield town centre a growing catchment population, attractive labour market and a strong business base, as well as an affluent catchment. The renewed hs2 plans which have been drawn up could see hs2 trains travelling up to the town from london and then divert off a new high speed track via a connection at handsacre, before making the way to the town through stoke. I want to be a part of that fight and i want to be a part of the future plans at this football club. I just want to return to playing regular football and get back fighting fit for macclesfield. Councillors have approved controversial plans for a. Macclesfield town centre and shops, cheshire, sun 12th may 20. The macclesfield town centre strategic regeneration framework will. The plans are seen as a crucial keystone for the wider regeneration of of the town, the council. Town centre regeneration remains key local priority.
A cheshire east council cabinet has approved the new strategic regeneration framework for macclesfield town centre. Kings will maintain its existing network of coach routes, plus there are plans to add two shuttle minibus links with macclesfield and prestbury train. Macclesfield town centre would be transformed by hs2 arrival. Visit macclesfield why not give our blog a read to learn about whats going on here at the grosvenor centre. Macclesfield has a strong foundation and many strengths the hugely popular monthly treacle market, the biennial barnaby festival, independent shops, heritage assets, dynamic businesses and an affluent catchment population.
The well attended meeting discussed debenhams decision and the almost unanimous view was that this should be seen as an opportunity to take forward plans to regenerate macclesfield town centre. The macclesfield township plan will provide a vision for the future of macclesfield across the next 1020 years, identifying strategic actions and objectives to relaise this vision. Youll find opening hours so you know when to visit, directions so you can plan your journey and a link to the garden centre s website for more details. Make it macclesfield also intends to hold a public meeting in the near future, to enable the wider community to contribute to the debate on how to deliver on the town centre regeneration plans.
Macclesfield town redevelopment news, views, gossip. The vision of this plan seeks to create a future corrimal town centre that has. While the royal arcade proposal represents the most significant council regeneration initiative in crewe, it is just one part of the plans to transform the town centre. Cllr ainsley arnold, cheshire east council cabinet member for housing, planning and regeneration said. Macclesfield town centre regeneration cheshire east council. This local plan does not reflect the core planning principle to encourage the effective use of land by reusing land that has been previously developed brownfield land. I would always book as far in advance as possible to get best deal. Plans for a new cinema, restaurants, cafes and shops in macclesfield have been scrapped. At the 2001 census, it had a population of 3,324, increasing slightly to 3,471 at the 2011 census. Cheshire east council approves macclesfield town centre. Plans for the future of byron bays town centre echonetdaily. The aim of this strategic regeneration framework is to set out a fresh vision for the town centre, focused on its key role in underpinning and driving an exciting and prosperous future for the whole town. Dec 28, 2019 traders at winsford cross shopping centre are encouraging residents to help shape the future of the town centre.
Macclesfield town centre could be transformed if plans to route hs2 trains through the town are adopted, business leaders have claimed. A distinct identity a thriving community heart memorial park strong connections smart growth. It is a key part of the councils and community partners plans to regenerate the towns rich silk heritage, creating a cultural quarter. Pegasus group was instructed by wilson bowden development in 2011 to assist in their resubmission of a revised major town centre development proposal. Stay and experience more of cheshire and the town, including outdoor activities, attractions, shops, restaurants, country pubs, nightlife, festivals and more. Either way, theres always going to be a garden centre for you in macclesfield. Mp organises public meeting on macclesfield town centre. A new macclesfield redevelopment panel has been launched to shape the proposed regeneration of the town centre.
Macclesfield town v salford city extended highlights 29 february 2020. There is a group of lads here who all want to prove a point, and what a way to do that by staying in this division. Council appeals to government to help save crewe and. A derelict town centre site with two disused pubs could finally be transformed with new shops.
Seven character areas have been identified in the macclesfield town centre regeneration strategic framework and future programme read more. Liz braithwaite, a town centre resident and labour community worker in macclesfield central, said, my thoughts are that future regeneration plans must involve town centre residents and be sympathetic to their needs, particularly around parking, traffic and air quality. Cheshire east council backs regeneration framework for macclesfield. In 2017 clay ran and compered macc laughs, a monthly standup comedy night in macclesfield in the uk and plans to take the standup show fun to be around to the edinburgh festival fringe. Developer has 2020 vision for town centre scheme macclesfield. Designs from architect malcolm maginn for macclesfield town centre members of the public will have their own ideas and dreams for the future, young and old alike. Two key documents are currently open for comment on how this will be achieved. Macclesfield is a nice town, beautiful countryside, good housing, great location, strong business, it needs to encourage. The future of manchester and development beyond the city.
The silk street development will feature a debenhams department store, 19 large stores, a green landscaped multistorey car park and hitech ninescreen multiplex cinema. Macclesfield school set for residential development. Macclesfield split over plans to transform centre macclesfield town redevelopment the debate over a new. Traders on cheshire town centre future plans chesterchronicle. Grosvenor centre, macclesfield town centre 10am3pm fig 4.
Review of planning rules, also known as the design control plans dcp. Jan 22, 2018 this group should focus on the development of macclesfield town centre and tap into the assets of our local people who have the initiative, drive and passion to build the towns future. How will the town be shaped, grow, change and develop. Council considers macclesfield brownfield housing orders 19 jul 2016, 11. I will continue to work with the council, and local businesses and community groups, to deliver plans to regenerate and revitalise macclesfield town centre. Cheshire east council is launching a public consultation. The five dock town centre urban design study provides a bold and exciting vision for five dock and seeks to ensure that the centre continues to provide a strong focus for the community, is a better place to live and work, creates improved opportunities for investment, is easy to get around and provides an enhanced built environment. The next steps, approved by cabinet, are to develop detailed designs for new public realm work, prioritising chestergate and the historic heart, as well as strategies for town centre movement, parking, and macclesfield markets. The draft strategy looks beyond existing projects already being progressed for a cinema, new restaurants and public realm enhancements, to consider how to encourage the future prosperity of the town centre. Vision for regeneration of macclesfield revealed with.
As part of an artist residency in vancouver, clay recently cocreated and performed a dancetheatre piece life, blood, water exploring reproductive choices. It is now recognised that town centres need to be much more than the traditional model of a predominantly retail. The corrimal town centre plan 20152025 provides strategic guidance on the future of corrimal town centre. Dec 06, 2018 the regeneration of macclesfield town centre is a great opportunity for the local community as further investment is neccesary to help macclesfield reach its economic potential and make the town a more unique destination for goods and services. Macclesfield masterplan signed off by cheshire east.
Following public consultation on the original draft the plan has nine key objectives, seven geographic areas of priority and aims to celebrate the town s quirkiness. The club was formed in 1874 and since 1891 have played home games at moss rose. Macclesfield means business was recently invited to represent the voices of macclesfield based businesses at the cheshire east council consultation meeting at macclesfield town hall regarding the future of the town centre. Prestbury is a village and civil parish in cheshire, england, about 1. A major scheme to revitalise macclesfield town centre will take a step forward as ground investigations are undertaken on the proposed site at churchill way car park. There are clearly elements of the 5year plan that only the council can deliver. Cheshire east council councillor michael jones said the project will be a catalyst for regeneration of the whole town and macclesfield area. The macclesfield town centre masterplan, the cornerstone of plans for a multimillion pound redevelopment, is now ready to form the basis of the outline planning application to. Macclesfield town centre regeneration cheshire east.
Just take your pick from any of the listings below. The regeneration of macclesfield town centre is a great opportunity for the. Vision for regeneration of macclesfield revealed with seven. Following public consultation on the original draft the plan has nine key objectives, seven geographic areas of priority and aims to celebrate the towns quirkiness. Enhancing the town centre environment was the top priority identified. Place north west macclesfield town centre vision heads to. Sep 06, 2017 cheshire east council is taking steps to forge a fiveyear strategy for the revitalisation of macclesfield town centre. Apr 15, 2015 an action plan to transform crewe into a vibrant town centre combining a mix of shops, leisure venues, cafe bars and homes will be discussed by cheshire east next week.
Some development plans have come forward in macclesfield, including by nick johnson to create an altrinchamstyle market in the town s picturedrome. Cheshire east council backs regeneration framework for. The council has endorsed a wideranging vision for macclesfield with enhancing public realm and the town centre. Lots of leafletsinfo available on the local and wider areas, the free street map was very useful.
It is also hoped that there will be further opportunities in future for other cheshire east towns to bid for cash. However, during the recent outlining of plans for the new macclesfield town centre, a large cinema has been given the goahead after many years of pressure from the residents. Ask retail later came forward with the plans for the churchill way car park. Revitalising macclesfield town centre david rutley mp. Quirky regeneration plan for macclesfield town centre gets. It is a key part of the councils and community partners plans to regenerate the town s rich silk heritage, creating a cultural quarter.
The council has endorsed a wideranging vision for macclesfield with enhancing public realm and the town centre environment the priority. Cheshire east is now looking to bring forward a series of key objectives for the town centre, first focussing on developing detailed public realm designs, and prioritising investment in chestergate and macclesfield s historic centre. The output from the meeting will now be shared with the recentlyestablished cheshire east macclesfield town centre liaison group, formed by cheshire east council. Architect unveils wacky vision of macclesfields future.
Up to a thousand residents took to the streets to protest over the. Called macclesfield town centre regeneration strategic framework and future programme, the draft ranks the seven sectors in terms of priority in the above order. Enterprising macclesfield enterprising macclesfield. Macclesfield redevelopment masterplan now ready for. The expansion of the grosvenor shopping centre in macclesfield town centre. Pegasus group was instructed by wilson bowden development in 2011 to assist in their resubmission of a revised major town. Plans for town centre apartments get goahead despite fears the nonfamily friendly flats could become the slum of the future the crucible snooker club, in edward street, will be knocked. Macclesfield jeweller offered free bubbly to encourage people to reuse water bottles. Sep 01, 2017 the council says it is committed to supporting traders with advice from other partners, including crewe town council and the skills and growth company. Latest attempt to regenerate macclesfield town centre. Some development plans have come forward in macclesfield, including. Neighbourhood plans may include their own retail and town centre policies, including the. Macclesfield town centre and shops, cheshire duration.
Amateur dramatics is well represented in the town by macclesfield amateur dramatic society, which has existed since 1947 and has its own theatre in the town. Place north west cheshire east sets out macclesfield. Details of the macclesfield town centre regeneration project from cheshire east. Feb 01, 2018 plans were first unveiled for the scheme when the council offered one of two of the town centres car parks for the development of a cinema scheme. Jun 16, 20 cheshire east council councillor michael jones said the project will be a catalyst for regeneration of the whole town and macclesfield area. It is around 16 miles south of manchester city centre and 38 miles 60 km to the east of chester. Hundreds turn out to have their say on future of town centre. This scheme is pivotal to the town centres regeneration and future success. Collaboration with a number of both public and private sector partners is key. The council says it is committed to supporting traders with advice from other partners, including crewe town council and the skills and growth company. Jun 19, 2015 major proposals to redevelop macclesfield town centre have been scrapped. Macclesfield town football club is a professional association football club in macclesfield, cheshire, england, which competes in league two, the fourth tier of the english football league system. It is estimated that the approved scheme would boost spending in macclesfield town centre by an estimated. Council plans to drive the town centre to prosperous future but warns of concerns over funding.
Macclesfield boasts fantastic transport links, with handsome buildings and breathtaking scenery a short stroll out of the town. Macclesfield redevelopment masterplan now ready for planning. Kings school, macclesfield hillcrest has purchased a landmark site on cumberland street in macclesfield town centre from the kings school. Macclesfield town centre is performing better than many at this time of significant challenge to the traditional british high street. Enterprising macclesfield comprehensive business response. Shortly after the planning decision yesterday wednesday to approve plans for a. Coun ainsley arnold, cec cabinet member for planning and regeneration, said they are working to bring forward a more ambitious, longerterm regeneration plan for the town centre to inform, anchor and drive future growth, jobs and investment. The plan will also prioritise the delivery of projects and services in the town, ensuring that future investment occurs in both a coordinated and efficient manner. Just what the world will be like in 20plus years is anybodys guess. Macclesfield town centre strategic regeneration framework. Macclesfield visitor information centre 2020 all you. The school commenced work on a stateoftheart new facility in summer 2018 and will vacate the cumberland street site approx summer 2020. A total of 79 per cent of people who responded agreed with the vision of macclesfield as a green, creative, connected and social town that celebrates its quirkiness and is rich in heritage and culture and striving for a sustainable future.
Macclesfield redevelopment panel launched insider media ltd. Asking local residents about town centre plans david. Local mp, david rutley, has given his strong support to macclesfield s bid for funding from the governments future high streets fund, which aims to help support ongoing projects to regenerate macclesfield town centre. Town centre regeneration remains key local priority david. Quirky regeneration plan for macclesfield town centre. Macclesfield town centre, like other town centres across the country, has suffered as a result of changing shopping habits, online retailing, and competition from out of town retail provision. Sep 24, 20 superfast drive from ashbourne, derbyshire to macclesfield, cheshire. A consultation began in november to gather residents views on cheshire west and chester councils redevelopment proposals. Cheshire east council is launching a public consultation on. Cheshire east council are committed to the revitalisation of macclesfield town centre in a way that captures its heritage, creativity and innovation. Plans to redevelop part of macclesfield scrapped signal. Macclesfield council plans to drive the town centre to prosperous future but warns of concerns over funding. The support follows public consultation on a draft strategic regeneration framework for macclesfield town centre which maps out a vision for a town that celebrates its quirkiness the framework set out a vision, strategy and route map to support the vitality and viability of the town centre.
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