Final preparations for summer opening at Glossop Halls set to start

Work to re-open the rejuvenated Glossop Halls has moved on to the final stage as the Council-led element of the construction work has now been completed.

The Council is preparing the final paperwork to enable it to hand over the buildings to its chosen operating partner - who will manage the markets and other amenities and services at the buildings - so they can complete their fit out in readiness for a summer opening.

The Leader and Deputy Leader of the Council visited the Halls this week to mark this milestone moment for the multi-million pound regeneration project which will ensure these historic civic buildings remain at the heart of town life for generations to come.

Council Leader, Councillor Anthony Mckeown, said: "We are delighted to have reached this stage. It has taken a little longer than we hoped due to the complexity and scale of the project - which grew from repairing the roof to the regeneration of the whole complex - but we now thrilled to be in the process of handing over to our new operator so that they can start their fit-out.

"It's an exciting time for the town. The investment in these buildings and the opportunities they offer for businesses and the community means they will remain at the heart of Glossop now and in the future."

There will be new business opportunities, including for creatives and entrepreneurs, as well as new food and drink, leisure and socialising spaces, and places for community use.

Councillor Damien Greenhalgh, Deputy Leader and Executive Councillor for Regeneration, Tourism and Leisure, said: "It's fantastic to have formally completed the construction works. Once we've completed the final paperwork, our new operator will be able to get on site and complete their preparations for opening.

"I know they've got big plans which mirror the Council's ambitions and the vision we have for these buildings which will, once again, see them buzzing with activity. It's the biggest regeneration project in Glossop for decades and will be a game-changer for our town.

"We want to show you what a fantastic job has been done on protecting our heritage buildings and making them fit for the future so we are planning to hold a public open day after the county council elections for the community to come in and have a look around. We'll have more details on this soon - I can't wait to open the doors and welcome everyone in!"

The work to transform the Halls has been funded by the Council with a £2 million grant contribution from the D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnership (now transitioned into East Midlands Combined County Authority) via their getting building fund.

Published on 21 March 2025