Plans in for Huddersfield town centre revamp

Kirklees Council has revealed plans to redevelop Huddersfield town centre with a £200M Cultural Heart as part of its ten-year vision.

The scheme will include the refurbishment of the town’s Queensgate Market and library to create a new piazza, and the construction of a food hall and a museum.

Elsewhere on the site, the plans also include a new art gallery, a multi-purpose entertainment and conference venue and a multi-storey car park.

Councillor Shabir Pandor, Leader of Kirklees Council said: “This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to redefine one of the great northern towns. An investment like the Cultural Heart is an investment for Kirklees. It will be a major catalyst to stimulate further economic growth and more jobs.

“The overall aim is to create a welcoming destination that’s open to all, and to bring new people into the town centre, including Kirklees residents and visitors from further afield.”