The public are to be asked for their views on £100m plans to develop ‘a new community heart’ for Prestwich. The proposals for Prestwich village, centred on the Longfield Centre area, are to be the subject of a ‘Spring community conversation’ organised by developers Muse, who are in partnership with Bury Council to deliver the project.
Muse and the council agreed to enter into a joint venture in late 2021 to drive the project forward. They are now working together on a vision to redevelop the centre, with new spaces planned for independent businesses, alongside a mix of homes, outdoor spaces and a new community hub focused on health and wellbeing.
While the plans are still at an early stage, Muse said key ambitions for the £100m scheme included ‘creating an inclusive place that champions Prestwich’s community spirit’ with ‘sustainable buildings, walking and cycling routes and inviting public spaces’. READ MORE: 'I thought I was in safe hands’: Routine dentist appointment left wood chipper 'in agony and hospitalised for 17 days' The first stage of the consultation is set to include a series of drop-in sessions at Prestwich Library, online Q&As for local residents and community groups, and stakeholder workshops.
David Burkinshaw, development director at Muse Developments said: “Redeveloping the Longfield Centre will help position Prestwich as one of the best places to live and visit in the North West for many years to come. “This is a huge opportunity to create a vibrant new destination for Prestwich that will deliver social value for the community, and provide the flexible spaces that local and independent businesses need to thrive into the future. “Prestwich has a strong community spirit and we want to make sure that
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