Reg.Nr. 89-UK/61

The Market Place, Bolton

Refurbishment of the Market Place and the development of the new shopping center on the adjacent 'back land' site, including car park. The market hall has been completely refitted with new stalls and the cast iron structure has been restored. The exterior is clad in traditional ...
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Project details

Title:The Market Place, Bolton
Entr. year: 1989
Result:Diploma
Country: United Kingdom
Town: Bolton
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: Commercial building
Former use:Market hall
Actual use:Shopping center
Built: 19th century
Architect / Proj.leader: William Hill, Architect , Chapman Taylor Partners, Architects (London - GB)
The Jury's citation: "For the creation of a fine shopping centre on derelict land, including the refurbishment of a 19th century markethall".
GPS:53°34'53.7"N 2°25'45.0"W

Description:
Refurbishment of the Market Place and the development of the new shopping center on the adjacent 'back land' site, including car park. The market hall has been completely refitted with new stalls and the cast iron structure has been restored. The exterior is clad in traditional stone and brick, which matches the materials of the market hall.