New images of Farnworth Green released as construction starts on new public square
Social impact developer Capital&Centric has revealed how its radical reboot of Farnworth’s outdated precinct is shaping up.
With the Farnworth Green development set to complete by the end of the year, the developer will soon remove the site hoardings to reveal the new public square that’s emerging.
The new images show the masses of outdoor space, which alongside the public square will include a pavilion to support outdoor community events from art and live music to makers markets, and lush greenery throughout. New routes through the neighbourhood will connect Brackley Street and King Street, making it easier for residents and visitors to get around and explore the town centre by bike or on foot.
The Farnworth Green neighbourhood will feature 97 apartments and townhouses for rent, with stunning architecture reminiscent of their award-winning Manchester city-centre garden neighbourhood Kampus. Set to be the first homes delivered under Capital&Centric’s ‘Neighbourhood’ brand it includes Bolton’s first-ever zero emission homes which will slash energy bills for their residents.
Alongside the new homes sits over 20,000 sq.ft of commercial space for an eclectic mix of businesses such as café bars, bakeries and restaurants as well as florists and hairdressers.
Tom Wilmot, joint managing director at Capital&Centric, said:
“You can really see the Farnworth Green community coming to life. It’s a big moment for us as it’s the first of our Neighbourhood style homes to be delivered. Neighbourhood is pioneering a new model for town centre living, rebooting tired retail areas into new liveable, sustainable communities.
“Alongside the homes, we’ve focused on creating spaces to bring the community together. Bars, cafes and shops will bring a buzz throughout the day and into the evening and the new public square and lush gardens will provide places to relax and hang out.”
The developer is now focused on attracting new operators to set up shop in the town.
Expressions of interest are open for businesses to move into the various ground floor units which spill out onto the public square. The flexible spaces range from 500 sq ft to 5,000 sq ft and could accommodate a range of uses, whether an independent coffee shop, a local store for daily essentials or pizza place. Interested business are encouraged to get in touch at: Farnworth@capitalandcentric.com
Farnworth Green is intended to set a new blueprint for repurposing town centres previously dominated by retail, with plans to roll out the Neighbourhood approach to suburban communities at other brownfield sites across Greater Manchester and beyond.
Once complete, Farnworth Green will feature:
Homes to rent: Including 85 one and two bedroom apartments as well as 12 family homes (two and three bedroom) to create a real mix of residents calling Farnworth home
Commercial: Over 20,000 sq.ft of space for bars, cafes and independent stores
Community hub: A groundfloor community hub, providing a space to meet-up
A new public square: Complete with green spaces and places to relax
Outdoor community spots: Including an events pavilion, set to support outdoor community events from art and live music to makers markets
Greenery: Lush landscaping to introduce greenery to the town centre