Description:
Restoration and extension of Victorian Market Hall. Landscaping of the surrounding market area, the creation of a new shopping centre, The Pavements, mainly in historic buildings, new shop fronts in historic buildings, restoration of a medieval timber-frame building to serve as tourist centre and crafts shop, the landscaping around this building, and a multi-storey car park as necessary companion for the town and commercial centre. Renovation of market hall in matching materials, the extension follows line and arcaded fenestration of the original. An important architectural focus for the town, revitalizing the area by improving the usefulness without despoiling the Victorian design. The total re-surfacing of the surrounding area with Yorkshire Paving, cast-iron pollards by removing the traffic and creating a pedestrian area. Infill and restoration of shop fronts and filling with new shop-life - shopping centre and shops. Victorian tiling and cladding at Peacock Inn concealed the timber-identity, re-roofing of the building, and landscaping the rear with traditional elements. The inevitable car parking is not hidden away but built in a traditional architectural composition.