Project Overview
This project forms part of the transformation of the gateway into the town centre from the railway station. It will unlock the potential of the adjacent Grade I listed St Peter’s Church allowing this area of become the beating heart of the Marefair community.
Programme
- Public exhibitions – June 2021, September 2022
- Works start on site – March 2023
- Works finish – Summer 2024
- Project opening – Summer 2024
Funding
- £315,000 Towns Fund
- £350,000 S106 / CIL
- £2,600,000 National Lottery Heritage Fund
- £100,000 Architectural Heritage Fund
Latest Updates
Milestones
Press releases
- Work progresses to transform historic pub – June 2023
- Work starts to regenerate the Old Black Lion – April 2023
Photo updates
Below you can see the latest progress on site at the Old Black Lion.
