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Vision Invest in Logistics North Bolton When it comes to the economic regeneration of Greater Manchester, Bolton is leading the way. Continued confidence over recent years has delivered over 1bn of investment from the public and private sectors. Transport Interchange We have strong partnerships, a clear vision, and a determination to deliver development and regeneration on a large scale for the benefit of our town. With strategic employment and residential developments, in the Town Centre, at Logistics North and Rivington Chase taking shape; and a desire to create attractive urban and rural environments, delivering economic, social and environmental benefits across the borough is firmly set to continue. Rivington Chase
Partnerships for growth Local authority, responsible for shaping investment, growth and regeneration for the borough of Bolton Harworth Estates: One of the largest property and regeneration companies across the North of England and the Midlands, developer for Logistics North A co-investing, real estate asset and development management business; joint venture partner of Rivington Chase development Billion Property, investment and asset management company, owner / developer of Market Place Bolton With a global student population of 11,000 the University has developed an exciting Masterplan to enhance facilities and accommodation in the town centre The public body responsible for co-ordinating public transport services across Greater Manchester and delivering Bolton s Transport Interchange
Location Perfectly positioned 20 million consumers and 60% of UK businesses within a 2 hour drive 1m people live within 45 minutes, with Bolton having the second highest employee base in Greater Manchester 12 miles from Manchester city centre, only 20 miles from Manchester Airport
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Logistics North Logistics & Manufacturing Logistics North The largest distribution, logistics and employment site in Greater Manchester offering design and build opportunities ranging in size from 20,000 sq. ft to 1 million sq. ft. Planning approval was granted for the 250 acre scheme in December 2013 and works have started on site to deliver nearly 400,000 sq. m (over 4 million sq. ft) of bespoke design and build opportunities. All have immediate access to Junction 4 of the M61, just 3 miles from the M60 and M62. Key info North West s largest industrial development Over 4 million sq ft of industrial buildings Aldi, MBDA and Joy Global already on site New occupiers and development for Lidl and Whistl - 2017
ON SITE - AVAILABLE Q1 2017 ON SITE SHORTLY Bolton Council Logistics North Logistics & Manufacturing 1million sq ft building opportunities Joy Global View from Bolton One Aldi have moved into their 600,000 sq m, state-of-art distribution centre on a 35 acre plot to support their growing business in the North of England. MBDA have moved into a new 100,000 sq ft facility which will combine high-quality manufacturing space with offices. Joy Global have moved into their new 8 acre facility on Logistics North. Delivery timescales Phase one of the development is almost complete. 141 acres are sold with only around 72 acres of space remaining. Whistl are due to move into their new distribution centre spring 2017. Phase two on site shortly with units available from Quarter 3 2017. sq ft 0 sq ft A4 C4 & C5 C4 C5 650,000 sq ft F2/A F2/D F2/E F2/C MULTIPLY F2/G F2/H Site Plan Partners involved End uses 360AT LOGISTICS NORTH 358,000 sq ft F1/A F2/B F2/F F2/J H1/A AMP Technology Centre Strategically placed to be attractive to the resurgent manufacturing sector as well as logistics sector Over 400,000 m2 (4 million sq.ft.) of accommodation, with an adjacent 600 acre country park, providing businesses and their employees with an outstanding surrounding environment. E2 G1 G2
Logistics North Logistics & Manufacturing A2 ON SITE - AVAILABLE Q4 2016 LOGISTICS 175 A3 C1 A6/Salford Road A4 ON SITE - AVAILABLE Q1 2017 C4 & C5 C4 C5 150,000 sq ft ON SITE SHORTLY F2/C MULTIPLY 76,000 sq ft 650,000 sq ft F2/D F2/A F2/E F2/G F2/H F1/A F2/B F2/F H1/A F2/J 360AT LOGISTICS NORTH 358,000 sq ft Country park E2 G2 G1 G3 9
Building Communities Building Communities
Rivington Chase New Homes Rivington Chase A strategic mixed use 74 hectares (183 acre) residential and employment scheme at the site of the former Horwich Locomotive Works. The development will feature 35,225 m2 (379,000 sq. ft.) of employment/mixed use commercial, the creation of 1,700 new homes and over 50 acres of open space including pedestrian and cycle routes. Key info 183 acre residential and employment scheme 1700 new homes 379,000 sq ft of commercial / employment space
Rivington Chase New Homes 1,700 New Homes 1,350 New Jobs New Homes Artists Impression The scheme retains a group of the original Loco Works buildings within the Heritage Core area at the centre of the site and will provide for a new access road linking the site with Horwich Parkway rail station, junction 6 of the M61 and the adjoining Middlebrook retail, leisure and business park. Permission has been granted for the immediate demolition of three of the buildings within the former Horwich Loco Works Conservation Area that are at risk of collapse and the part demolition and alteration of buildings within the heritage core. A series of highway junction improvements will also be provided to improve and accommodate access and egress at Rivington Chase. The site is easily accessible from the road network at junction 6 of the M61, providing connections to Salford, Central Manchester, Manchester Airport by the A580 and M60/ M602, and Preston by the M65 and M6. It will make a significant contribution to the employment and housing land requirements of the borough and will position Bolton as a major Greater Manchester hub for economic prosperity. Partners involved The scheme will be developed by Horwich Vision Ltd in partnership with Bolton Council. Horwich Vision is a joint venture between Bluemantle Ltd and Homes & Communities Agency. Delivery timescales The site, which will be redeveloped over a 10 to 12 year period, has been included in the Bolton Council Core Strategy document, Bolton s planning framework document up to 2026. A supplementary planning document has subsequently been approved by Bolton Council and the hybrid planning application was approved by the planning committee at their meeting on the 11th September 2014. A phasing plan for delivery will be worked up by the developers with the landowners during the early part of 2017. End uses To develop a strong and distinctive sense of place, creating an attractive environment for people to live and work. The site will create in the region of 1,700 new residential properties together with 35,225 m2 (379,000 sq. ft.) of employment/mixed use commercial. Modern Living
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A Brighter Future University Masterplan
Bolton University Campus Facility Academic Village A 40m development comprising up to 750 units to replace the University s outdated, edge of town Halls of Residence. The Council s vision is to realise everyone s potential and deliver a skilled workforce and this will play a key element of the design. Key info Masterplan creating enhanced teaching, learning and student facilities 750 bed, town centre halls of residence
Bolton University Academic Village 20,000 students in the Town Centre University of Bolton View from Bolton One The University of Bolton has a global student body of approximately 11,000. Based on a modern, compact town centre campus, the University has developed strong links with industry and a growing reputation for delivering teaching of the highest quality. The University s Master Plan aims to deliver a coherent approach to a high quality campus as part of the town, integrating the university with its community to deliver excellent facilities for teaching, learning and student life The 40m development comprises up to 750 units to replace the existing, outdated edge of town Halls of Residence. Partners involved University of Bolton Bolton Council PSP Bolton Ltd Delivery timescales Planning application to be submitted. End uses Contemporary student accommodation situated in the heart of Bolton town centre. Academic Village
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Transport Interchange Train & Bus Station Transport Interchange The new, 48m development will co-locate the main bus station with Bolton rail station with the two connected by a pedestrian skylink bridge. Complementary to this is a new 6.5m, 30,000 sq ft development fronting Great Moor Street, to be operational by the University in September 2017. Key info 48million transport development Co-locating main bus and rail stations Opening summer 2017
Transport Interchange Train & Bus Station Improved linkages 12mins from Manchester Artists Impression February 2016 These developments will deliver transformational change to a key town centre gateway, acting as a catalyst for regenerating the wider town centre area. The close proximity of these developments to the town centre will improve linkages and connectivity for bus and rail passengers between the new Interchange and the retail/civic core. Partners involved TfGM is the organisation responsible for implementing local transport policy and for improving transport services and facilities in the largest regional economy outside London and for promoting the journey choices available from public transport to walking to cycling. Delivery timescales Operational Summer 2017. End uses The provision of a bespoke, modern, transport hub and new high quality educational facility, set within an attractive public realm environment. February 2017
Newport Street Town Centre Refurbishment Newport Street 2.5m development to create high quality pedestrian boulevard from The Transport Interchange to the heart of the town centre. The initiative is focused on a transforming the open public space and shop fronts into safe and attractive walkway into Victoria Square accessing the main shopping malls, cafés, restaurants, museum and leisure areas. Key info A modern, boulevard gateway to the town centre Upgrade to existing public realm Upgrade to properties along Newport Street
Newport Street Town Centre Refurbishment High quality pedestrian gateway Transformation of the public realm The scheme is focused on a transformation of the public realm and the upgrading of shop fronts. Partners involved End uses Mixed use retail and commercial street with improvements to public realm. Artists Impression February 2017 Artists Impression Bolton Council Delivery timescales Work has started to upgrade the properties on Newport Street from Victoria Square to Great Moor Street.
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Market Place Shopping Centre Refurbishment Market Place The Market Place has undergone a 27m refurbishment by owners The Moorgarth Group. The development now includes a nine screen cinema by The Light, 30,000 sq ft with a capacity for 1,200 people. The Victorian Basement Vaults have been transformed into family-friendly restaurants and bars including Nandos, Prezzo, Baltic Cellar and Great Ale with others opening soon. Amazonia play area has also opened and features a café, play & train area as well as an 18 hole adventure golf zone. The investment has also attracted a number of new retailers to the centre, including Topshop, Topman and The Entertainer. Key info 27million development Nine screen, state of the art boutique cinema Creation of 30,000 sq ft of restaurant space Amazonia play area including adventure golf zone High quality independent and high street retail offer.
Market Place Shopping Centre Refurbishment Revo Gold Award Winners Top 100 Retail Destination UK Delivery timescales Nine screen cinema opened October 2016. The Victorian Basement Vaults have been transformed into a familyfriendly restaurants bars and play area, with more opportunities still available. End uses A nine screen, 1,200 seat capacity cinema and restaurant complex which has transformed the Centre into an evolving vibrant retail and leisure destination. Unique Food & Drink Offering 9 Screen Cinema Shopping Mall Upgrades
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Culture Cultural life matters in Bolton
Town Centre Regeneration Town Centre Regeneration Bolton has a first class cultural offer, vital to the boroughs sustained growth and long term future. At the heart of Bolton s capital investment and development projects sits the renovation of the Octagon Theatre, one of the most popular and successful regional theatres in the UK. Bolton Museum houses the sixth largest Egyptology collection in the world and plans for the refurbishment are underway. Key info Established and developing cultural offer Attracting over 6.5 million visitors Generating 420m in the local economy
Town Centre Regeneration Octagon Theatre & Bolton Museum Bolton Museum Sixth largest Egyptology Gallery in the World Egyptology Gallery Bolton Museum is undergoing a multi-million pound transformation which is set to make the town an international tourist attraction, drawing in crowds from around the world to see one of the most significant Egyptology collections. Partners involved Bolton Museum Bolton Council Delivery timescales Work starts in May 2017 and due to complete end of 2018. 10m development for The Octagon Theatre s exciting plans to improve the existing building. Plans address essential improvements including disability accessibility requirements, extensions, replacement seating and air conditioning. In addition there are proposals to upgrade the front of the building and create more space for rehearsal studios for actors, students and youth theatre it will provide more room for community work and improve production and backstage facilities, meeting and office spaces. Partners involved Octagon Theatre Bolton Council Delivery timescales The current timescale predicts that the Octagon building will close for ten months in mid-2018 and re-open in spring 2019. Octagon Theatre
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World Class Events World Class Events Events play an integral role in raising Bolton s profile on a regional, national and international level. They generate income in to the local economy and attract world-wide audiences. Bolton s success in delivering high quality, inclusive events has seen it secure long term partnerships with leading sporting organisations as well as attracting international competitors. The annual events programme includes the Ironman UK Triathlon, the North West s biggest Food and Drink festival, along with a 5-week Winter Festival event programme. Key info Established annual programme of high profile events Attracting an international audience Significant contribution to local economy
World Class Events IronMan UK 9yrs IronMan UK Global Audience IronKids IronKids IronMan UK Winner Ironman & Ironkids 15 & 16 July 2017 UK s premier long distance triathlon Includes 2.4 mile lake swim, 112 mile bike ride and full marathon through Bolton with a spectacular finish in the town centre 2,000 Ironman participants including many from around the world 2,500 Ironkids - now the largest in the world IronMan UK Winner - Womens
World Class Events Food & Drink Festival North West s Biggest & Best 263,000+ visitors Nadiya Hussain James Martin Bolton Food & Drink Festival The North West s Biggest & Best 25-28 August 2017 Artisan Stalls Over 263,000 visitors over four days in 2016 Over 200 artisan stalls Celebrity and regional chef demos Live children s entertainment Street Theatre Talented local musicians Bars and seating areas
World Class Events Winter Festival 5 Weeks of Winter Attractions Covered Ice Rink Reindeers Festive Artisan Markets Winter Festival December 2017 Attracting local and regional audiences over a 5 week period Attractions include large scale ice rink Food and drink offer Comprehensive entertainments programme Covered Ice Skating Rink
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