£20m Funding Boost For Revamp Of Wythenshawe Town Centre
The planned regeneration of Wythenshawe town centre in Greater Manchester has taken an upturn after being granted £20m from the government’s Levelling Up fund. In a press release, Manchester City Council announced that the funding has been agreed as part of the third round of national funding.
The Council have been unsuccessful in previous rounds of bidding, but now the Department of Levelling Up, Homes and Communities (DLUHC) have recognised the high quality of the plans. The Council acquired the Civic shopping centre in 2022 and has undergone a consultation process with the general public and local businesses as to future developments.
The plans for the 1970s shopping centre include a new public square and shops, plus 1,600 new homes and community and cultural spaces. The project is also subject to a second feasibility study that will be carried out by a specialist partner to make sure that the final development supports and works for the local community.
Cllr Bev Craig, Leader of Manchester City Council, said: “Over the last 2 years we have prioritised getting investment across our whole city, not just the city centre. We know that the Civic is at the very heart of the Wythenshawe neighbourhoods – a focal point for local people to shop and socialise.”
She added: “Our transformational plans have been moving at pace. We were disappointed to miss out on the previous round of Levelling up funding that we hoped would be a springboard for the ambitious plans we have for the town centre and the surrounding sites.”
“Our commitment to this programme of investment hadn’t wavered, and we carried on with getting the project moving but confirmation of this £20m will provide the kickstart we hoped for to drive the regeneration and deliver for local people a new public square, new shops, new jobs and new affordable housing.”
“We want this to be an exemplar low carbon development that makes a real difference to the Wythenshawe community – and this funding is a significant boost to helping the Civic meet its massive potential.”
Other plans for the town include a new public green space, a public square, more retail and office space, a new play area, and an outdoor event space and food hub. Furthermore there will be a Mobility Hub to encourage drivers to investigate other means of transportation such as cycling or walking.
There will also be a Cultural Hub that will encourage people to learn new skills, explore the local culture, and take part in other local cultural and creative activities. The planners aim to develop a low carbon community that is consistent with the Net Zero targets. Wherever possible, the existing buildings will be reused and adapted rather than demolished.
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