Contractor appointed on Todmorden Town Hall
Code Building Solutions will carry out the works on the grade one-listed building, part of a wider £17.5m regeneration project taking place in the town.
Plans include opening up the grand entrance, installing an external ramp, creating a multi-function reception space, adapting the courtroom to provide a level and multi-use space, installing an accessible toilet, a warming kitchen to provide more catering options, and a new bar in the main hall.
Work is underway and due to complete in Autumn.
As part of the £17.5 million Todmorden Town Deal, Calderdale Council is delivering eight projects and in addition to work on the town hall, the programme includes improvements to active travel and public spaces, the redevelopment of the Hippodrome Theatre, improvements at Centre Vale Park and Todmorden Community College, the creation of a new Enterprise Centre at Ferney Lee, and the development of new sports facilities at the Riverside Centre.
Calderdale Council’s cabinet member for regeneration and transport, Cllr Sarah Courtney, said: “The Town Hall is 150 years old this year and it’s wonderful to be able to celebrate this milestone by making the most of this magnificent heritage building and ensuring it has the facilities to make it fit for the future.
“The works are part of the wider Town Deal regeneration programme, with this significant investment breathing new life into Todmorden, creating a thriving and resilient town and caring for and preserving its important heritage.”
Paul O’Hare, director at Code Building Solutions, said: “As a local contractor with extensive experience delivering heritage and civic projects across the borough, we’re passionate about preserving the character of Todmorden Town Hall while making it more accessible, welcoming, and fit for modern use.”
