Plans submitted for new Market Hall in Preston

A project to transform the Markets Quarter in Preston has taken another step forward with the submission of plans for the city’s new Market Hall.

The proposals, which include a series of public realm improvements, will run alongside the planning application submitted by urban regeneration firm Muse Developments for several new restaurants and an 11-screen cinema.

If approved, the Market Hall will consist of a glazed, timber-clad structure located under the newly refurbished 1875 Market canopy, with public space linking closely with the cinema scheme.

The site’s Fish Market canopy, which is currently being restored, will be used as trading and interim storage space as part of the plan.

Preston City Council’s director of environment, Adrian Phillips, said: “The submission of the planning application is another milestone in the regeneration of Preston’s Markets Quarter and an important step in delivering the revitalised market offer that Preston deserves.”

The planning application features designs by architecture firm Frank Whittle Partnership.

John Bridge, a chartered architect with Frank Whittle Partnership, commented: “We’ve had fantastic support and enthusiasm from local people, businesses and market traders, to whom we are really grateful for their patience and understanding.

“We’re making real progress for the markets and for Preston.”

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