The funding decision, taken at the Council’s Cabinet in March, could see the refurbishment of this landmark Grade 2* listed building start as early as next year. The project will be funded by development of retail and housing complexes primarily at the rear of the Town Hall, and in the Broadway Annex and mews to the north of the town hall square. The redevelopment site will be marketed separately, with the sale of that part of the site covering the Council’s forward funding of the town hall refurbishment.

The Council is currently in the process of undertaking essential repairs at the Town Hall, including work to the roof and wiring.